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The MSC
Euribia, one of the most advanced vessels in the MSC
Cruises fleet, is charting a bold new course this season, bypassing the
troubled Red Sea and instead tracing Africa’s coastline en route to the
Arabian Gulf. This strategic rerouting, prompted by ongoing security
concerns in the Red Sea, is not only a testame… read more
The Nigeria
Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is ushering in a new era
of financial discipline and operational efficiency, with a sharpened
focus on cost recovery and regulatory
compliance. At the heart of this transformation is a call for deeper
collaboration among aviation stakeholders and government a… read more
Durban
is poised to take center stage in Southern Africa’s tourism sector as
the city launches its Sizzling Summer
Campaign and welcomes the eagerly anticipated 2025/26
cruise season. With projections indicating
an influx of around 1.3 million visitors
over the coming months, Durban … read more
Royal
Air Maroc has announced the launch of a new direct
service between Casablanca and Saint
Petersburg, scheduled to commence on 20 January 2026.
This strategic move marks the Moroccan national carrier’s second
destination in Russia, following the establishment of its route to
Moscow, and signals a… read more
The
launch of Delta Air Lines’ nonstop service between Atlanta
and Marrakesh Menara Airport marks a pivotal moment for
transatlantic travel, offering a significant boost in connectivity
between the United States and North Africa. This direct link,
inaugurated in late October 2025, sets Marrakesh firmly on the map as a … read more
The
arrival of the Mein Schiff 4 cruise liner
at the Port of Port Elizabeth has signaled a
new era for cruise tourism in the Eastern Cape, with forecasts pointing
to an economic windfall of around R120
million for the local community. This event not only
highlights the increasing sig… read more
The
landscape of online travel agencies (OTAs) is evolving at an
unprecedented pace in 2025, driven by cutting-edge technologies and
shifting consumer behaviors. For independent hotels and
bed-and-breakfasts across sub-Saharan Africa, understanding these
changes is crucial to staying competitive and profitable. Vincent
Goemaere, Vice… read more
The African hospitality
landscape is set for a dynamic shift as
Hilton introduces its acclaimed
Tapestry Collection by Hilton to
Sub-Saharan Africa, marking a significant milestone with the signing of
the Ava Hotel Nairobi in Kenya. This move
not only expands Hilton’s footprint in th… read more
The
Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA)
has issued a clarion call for Nigerian carriers to embrace deeper
collaboration and unity if the country’s aviation sector is to rise
above persistent financial and operational turbulence. This strategic
recommendation comes amid mounting pressure on domestic airlines to
de… read more
Three
decades ago, the Ghana Tourism Federation
(GHATOF) emerged as a beacon of private sector unity, its
creation hailed as a critical step in amplifying the voice of tourism
stakeholders and propelling Ghana’s travel industry toward sustainable
growth and global recognition. As GHATOF marks its 30th
anniver… read more
MSC Euribia’s African Detour Signals New Era for Middle East Cruises and Regional Port Collaboration
Nigeria’s Aviation Sector Sets Sights on Zero Debt: New Cost Recovery Measures to Reshape Industry
Durban Gears Up for Record Visitor Surge with Cruise Arrivals and Sizzling Summer Campaign
Royal Air Maroc Expands Russian Network with New Saint Petersburg Route
Delta’s Atlanta–Marrakech Nonstop Opens New North American Connections for Africa
Port Elizabeth’s Busiest Cruise Season Set to Spark R120 Million Economic Boost
2025 OTA Trends Reshaping Independent Hotels: AI, Social Media, and Airbnb’s New Playbook
Hilton’s Tapestry Collection Debuts in Nairobi, Signaling New Era for African Boutique Hospitality
GHATOF at 30: Can Ghana’s Tourism Sector Regain Its Collective Strength?
