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South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (October 2024 to February 2025)
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period October 2024 to February 2025. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently still in a neutral state … read more
Moore doubles down on Visa requirement
United Kingdom High Commissioner to Namibia Charles Moore sympathises with Namibians who are genuinely affected by his government's decision to impose visa requirements.
In an interview with Nampa on Wednesday, he said the UK government's decision in 2023 to withdraw visa exemptions for Namibians has impacted genuine travellers, as … read more
WTTC’s global leaders’ dialogue yields strategic insights for future of travel & tourism
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) concluded its annual Global Leaders’ Dialogue (GLD) during its Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia today, where government officials and industry leaders discussed pivotal strategies to foster long-term sustainable… read more
Etihad will announce 30 new network points before march
Etihad Airways, which has been through a drastic reshaping over recent years, is planning to announce significant network expansion over the coming months, as it prepares to take delivery of its first Airbus A321LR.
“The date to watch out for is Nov. 25, when… read more
5th World Culinary Awards: South Africa named Africa's Best Culinary Destination 2024
The winners of the 5th World Culinary Awards, the global initiative to recognise and reward excellence in the culinary industry, have been announced. … read more
Future of business travel to be shaped by demographic shifts and global volatility by 2040
The business travel industry is on the cusp of a major transformation, driven by a convergence of technological advancements, evolving sustainability requirements, and shifting demographic trends. To commemorate the recently released 10th edition of their Global Business Travel Forecast report, CWT and the Global Business Travel Associ… read more
Etihad Airways to reintroduce seventh Airbus A380 on new route in 2025
Etihad Airways will bring its seventh Airbus A380 superjumbo back into service by June 2025, expanding its capacity on international routes amid growing demand.
This A380 will serve a route that has never previously hosted the aircraft, though the airline has not yet revealed the specific destination.
Currently, Etihad … read more
Zambia to host 2nd UN Tourism Africa & Americas summit in 2025
Zambia is set to become the heart of South-South cooperation and tourism development in 2025, as the country prepares to host the 2nd UN Tourism Commis… read more
Air Peace offers competitive fares on London route – Kwankwaso
Alhaji Rabiu Kwankwaso, the former Governor of Kano State has applauded Air Peace’s outstanding service and warm hospitality on the Lagos-London route, saying the airline’s fares are competitive compared to other airlines on the same route. Kwankwaso also advised Air Peace to expand its routes to include more cities across Nigeria, … read more
'It's Not Personal' - U.S. Envoy On High Visa Refusal Rates
The United States Ambassador to Liberia, Mark C. Toner, has disclosed that many Liberians are denied American visas due to their insincerity. He revealed that over 50 percent of Liberians who travel to the United States on a visit refuse to return home after their stipulated time elapses.
It can be recalled that Liberia ranke… read more
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