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Air Tanzania introduces flights to Johannesburg
Air Tanzania, the flag carrier airline of Tanzania, has announced the introduction of scheduled flights to … read more
eThekwini Municipality a study for a Tram/Light Rail System
The eThekwini Municipality is considering a study to determine the feasibility of a tram-light rail system that would link Durban's downtown area with King Shaka International Airport.
The goal of this project is to evaluate the potential for a practical, sustainable, and integrated public transportation solution that could support the cit… read more
Travel Trends 2025: What’s Hot And What’s Not In The Future Of Travel
In 2024, travel trends were a mix of escapism and edginess. While some travellers seized the opportunity to visit the shooting locations of their favourite Netflix shows, others tried to limit their dopamine sources to join the social media-fueled ‘raw-dogging’ bandwagon. As concerns about overtourism grew, travellers began seeking out … read more
Uganda's Railway Expansion: A €2.7bn Contract with Yapı Merkezi
The Ministry of Works & Transport in Uganda has inked a €2.7 billion contract with Yapı Merkezi, a Turkish firm. The agreement involves the construction of an electrified standard gauge railway stretching 273 kilometers from Malaba, located on the Kenyan border, to Uganda's capital, Kampala.
The Eastern Railway Projec… read more
Star Alliance Management Team Firmly Focused on Seamless Customer Experience
Star Alliance, the premier global airline alliance, has confirmed its key leadership appointments with the goal of enhancing its strategic emphasis on providing a seamless experience for customers of its member airlines, who enjoy the benefits of the Star Alliance network.
Ambar Franco has been welcomed to Star Alliance as the Vi… read more
Ship Preview: Disney Adventure
Drawing on over 100 years of storytelling from Disney, Marvel and Pixar, the first Disney Cruise Line ship for guests in Asia, and the largest in the fleet, will be filled with epic experiences, endless adventures and something for everyone to delight in.
Disney Adventure, the largest ship ever built for Disney Cruise Line, promises a new … read more
Table Mountain Cableway is temporarily out of service following a fire
Cape Town's Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) has announced earlier today (25 October 2024) that the … read more
South African Airways considers sale of Heathrow slots amid financial challenges
South African Airways (SAA) is considering the sale of its coveted landing rights at major international airports, including London Heathrow, as it seeks to secure a financial lifeline amid prolonged financial troubles, reports News24. This possibility was raised in a recent briefing to Parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Acc… read more
Uganda Airlines will send it A330 Neo to Gatwick
Uganda Airlines, the national flag carrier of Uganda, has made a significant change in its flight plans. Initially, the airline had plans to fly to London-Heathrow, one of the busiest airports in the world. However, a recent shift in strategy has led to a change in destination. Now, the airline has set its sights on London-Gatwi… read more
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: Mata-Mata Rest Camp switches to 24-hour solar power
The South African National Parks (SANParks) management of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park has announced that the Mata-Mata Rest Ca… read more
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