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Kgalagadi Shop Hours Shift
Travel agents arranging trips to South Africa’s iconic Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park should take note of temporary shop hour adjustments in July 2025. South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced these changes due to routine stocktaking, impacting three main rest camps within t… read more
Zambia’s Railway Project: Reshaping Southern Africa Logistics
Zambia’s ambitious Chipata-Serenje Railway Project is poised to revolutionize Southern Africa’s logistics landscape, creating exciting new opportunities for businesses across the region. This landmark project, currently in the planning stages, will connect Zambia’s central rail network to the Port o… read more
Ibom Air’s Reliability-Focused Strategy Takes Off: New Routes and Terminal Enhancements
Ibom Air, a rising star in Nigeria’s aviation scene, is charting a unique course for growth, prioritizing service reliability over rapid expansion. At a recent travel agent forum in Lagos, CEO George Uriesi outlined the airline’s strategic vision, emphasizing a commitment to consistent service and smart partnerships as key driv… read more
Enugu Air Launch: Reshaping Nigeria’s Aviation Landscape
Enugu Air’s recent launch has ignited optimism within Nigeria’s aviation sector, signaling a potential turning point for the industry. Comrade John Ogbe, a prominent union leader, lauded the government's support for domestic airlines, emphasizing Enugu Air's role in enhancing accessibility an… read more
South African Airports Shine in Global Rankings
South Africa’s airports have demonstrated exceptional performance in the latest AirHelp Score 2025, a global airport ranking renowned for its comprehensive methodology and passenger-centric approach. This achievement underscores South Africa’s commitment to delivering high-quality travel experiences and present… read more
Airlink-Turkish Airlines Codeshare: A Game Changer for African Travel
A groundbreaking partnership between Airlink and Turkish Airlines is set to redefine air travel in Africa. Effective August 1, 2025, this codeshare agreement seamlessly links Turkish Airlines’ vast global network with Airlink’s comprehensive Southern African routes, creating a wealth… read more
Sky Pins Tours & Travel Scam: Lessons for African Travel Professionals
A massive travel scam has rocked Uganda’s travel sector, impacting over 350 individuals and causing losses exceeding Shs1.75 billion. The perpetrator, Christian Asiimwe, operating under the alias Don Chris, ran Skypins Tours and Travel, a fraudulen… read more
Kenya Airways Boosts Capacity with Dreamliner Return & New Leases
Kenya Airways is significantly enhancing its flight capacity through a two-pronged strategy: restoring grounded Boeing 787 Dreamliners and acquiring new narrow-body aircraft. This move promises to bolster the airline’s network and improve connectivity across Africa, creating new opportunities … read more
Nigeria’s MMIA Lagos: Security & Efficiency Upgrades Boost Travel Experience
Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos, a critical hub for African travel, is undergoing significant transformations aimed at enhancing security, streamlining operations, and improving the overall passenger experience. A recent joint visit by the heads of the Federal Air… read more
DRC’s Tourism Push: A Bold Gamble?
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has launched a splashy new tourism campaign, partnering with European football giants like AS Monaco and FC Barcelona. While the “Visit Congo” initiative aims to showcase the country’s vast potential, it also raises questions about practicality… read more
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