Travel news overview

• Flights
• 23/02/2023 14:07

Airlink to reinstate Johannesburg – Nosy Be flights as it restores Madagascar service

Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, will reinstate weekly scheduled services between Johannesburg and Nosy Be from 23 June 2023 as part of its drive to restore flights between South Africa and Madagascar to pre-pandemic levels.

It follows Airlink’s resumption of flights to Madagascar’s capital, Antananarivo, in Januar… read more

• Flights
• 23/02/2023 14:04

Nature-Based Tourism key in boosting Rwanda's economy - World Bank

Investing in and preserving Nature Based Tourism (NTB) is crucial in driving Rwanda's economic growth as well as generating multi-sectoral benefits, according to the World Bank. This is highlighted in the Rwanda Economic Update report by the World Bank which is themed "Making Most of Nature Based Tourism in Rwanda," released on Febru… read more

• Conservation & Wildlife
• 23/02/2023 14:04

Botswana has released rhino poaching figures

Botswana has lost 138 rhinoceros to poachers since 2018, compared to only two poached from 2012 to 2017. This is according to Cabinet Minister Mabuse Pule, who answered … read more

• Leisure
• 23/02/2023 14:03

Major hotel chains race to expand in Africa

Luxury hotels are expanding in Africa, with Marriott, Radisson Blu and Hyatt leading the way with new developments and acquisitions.

As international travellers troop back to Africa, some of the world’s major hotel chains are re-igniting a multi-billion dollar expansion race that began pre-pandemic.

Marriott, Radisson Blu… read more

• Flights
• 20/02/2023 22:40

Etihad Airways announces new flights to Lisbon and returns to Málaga and Mykonos

Starting from 2 July 2023, Etihad Airways is expanding its European network by launching a new direct service between Abu Dhabi and Lisbon. The airline will offer three flights per week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Sundays, connecting Abu Dhabi to the Portuguese capital city, just in time for summer vacations.

In additi… read more

• Accomodation
• 20/02/2023 22:36

Travel & Tourism deal activity down by 42% in January 2023, finds GlobalData

The travel and tourism sector's deal activity in January 2023 was affected by challenging global economic conditions and their implications, according to a report by GlobalData, a data and analytics company.

The report revealed that 38 deals, including mergers and acquisitions, venture financing, and private equity deals, were… read more

• Miscellaneous
• 20/02/2023 21:37

Tanzania: latest mini cabinet changes see the country’s 4th Tourism Minister in 3 years

In a minor cabinet reshuffle, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has announced several transfers and appointments. Mohamed Mchengerwa, who previously served as Minister of Culture, Arts and Sports, has been moved to the Ministry of Tourism and Natural Resources, replacing Dr. Pindi Chana, who has been transferred to the Ministry of Culture, Ar… read more

• Destinations
• 20/02/2023 21:18

eduction in the budget will severely hamper the ability to promote Kenya as a tourist destination

The Ministry of Tourism has expressed its concern over the imminent budget cuts, warning that they pose a threat to the country's tourism sector marketing efforts.

Tourism Cabinet Secretary, Peninnah Malonza, highlighted the travel-related reductions proposed in the supplementary budget, stressing that they may impact the min… read more

• Miscellaneous
• 20/02/2023 21:18

ITB Berlin 2023: Generation Wanderlust is the focus of the Youth Travel and Responsible Tourism

The popularity of unique and individual travel experiences among young people is on the rise. According to the WYSE Travel Confederation's New Horizons survey, which is the only recurring global youth and student travel survey, they are travelling further, staying longer, and spending more money than ever before. The travel industry is al… read more

• Rail
• 19/02/2023 21:44

Kenya Railways commences early works of the Nairobi Railway City

Phase 1 of The Nairobi Railway City, a transformative project to redevelop the Nairobi Central Railway station and surrounding areas into a Multi-Modal, Transit Oriented, Urban Development, has begun with early works construction by Kenya Railways. On December 7, 2022, H.E Hon William Samoei Ruto led the groundbreaking ceremony at the Nairobi Ce… read more