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Emirates has raised the bar for mid-tier long-haul flying with the launch of what it calls the world's first electrically powered Premium Economy seat fitted with a full-height adjustable privacy screen. The new product, unveiled on the airline's freshly delivered Airbus A350 aircraft, brings a fresh sense of comfort and persona… read more
The much-anticipated debut of one of Air Mozambique's two Embraer E190 aircraft has been abruptly cut short, with the jet being grounded just two days after completing its maiden commercial flight. This unexpected development represents a significant setback for the Mozambican national carrier, which had hoped the arrival of the… read more
Visitors planning a safari escape into South Africa's iconic Karoo National Park will need to adjust their itineraries following an unexpected weather development. All game viewing roads inside the park have been temporarily closed after unusually heavy rainfall drenched the region between 03 and 04 September 2026, prompting swi… read more
Ghana's tourism industry has taken a bold step into the future. The Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA) has partnered with Africon, an AI education and consultancy services provider, to strengthen the digital capabilities of tour operators through a targeted one-day capacity-building programme. Focused on the… read more
North African aviation is preparing for a moment of genuine historic significance. After more than ten years of suspended direct air services, Libya and France are actively working to resume nonstop flights between the two countries, with authorities targeting a launch by the end of September 2026. The move carr… read more
West African aviation has a striking new player to watch. The Republic of Guinea has taken a historic step in the evolution of its civil aviation sector with the official launch of Guinée Atlantique Airlines, its new national carrier, formally announced in Conakry on 1 September 2026. The move p… read more
Nigeria's aviation industry is facing one of its most consequential labour showdowns in recent memory. The country's largest carrier, Air Peace, has formally petitioned the Inspector-General of Police to investigate senior officials of aviation workers' unions, following a wave of industrial action that paralysed the airline's d… read more
West Africa's aviation and tourism sectors have received another rallying call for stronger collaboration, this time from one of the region's most influential economic hubs. Lagos State Secretary to the State Government, Mrs Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, has urged governments, airlines, investors, financiers and tourism stakeholders to… read more
South Africa is doubling down on one of its most important source markets. At the recently held South Africa Tourism Connect in Lagos, senior government officials and industry leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening tourism, trade, cultural and air connectivity with Nigeria, while providing firm assurances to Nigeri… read more
South Africa's tourism calendar is set to welcome another compelling reason to travel. The North West Parks and Tourism Board (NWPTB) has confirmed the return of the popular Park Mahala Week 2026, offering South African citizens free entry to 13 provincial parks and nature reserves across the No… read more
Emirates Debuts World-First Electric Premium Economy Seat with Full-Height Privacy Screen
Air Mozambique's New Embraer E190 Grounded Just Two Days After Maiden Flight
Karoo National Park Shuts Game Viewing Roads After Heavy Overnight Downpours Last Week
TOUGHA partners Africon to equip tour operators with AI marketing skills
Libya and France set to relaunch direct flights after decade-long suspension
Guinea unveils Guinée Atlantique Airlines as bold new flag carrier for Simandou 2040 era
Air Peace escalates union standoff with police petition after costly airport shutdowns
Lagos rolls out bold aviation and tourism vision to move West Africa's economies forward
South Africa reassures Nigerian visitors as Tourism Connect Lagos rebuilds travel confidence
North West opens 13 parks free of charge to South Africans in Park Mahala Week 2026
