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Seychelles tourism is enjoying a remarkable boost, with recent
figures indicating a peak in visitor arrivals and a strong outlook for
the remainder of the year.
According to the latest statistics from the Seychelles National
Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the country has welcomed 294,071 visitors
from January 1 to November 3,… read more
Air Transport Ministers from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have agreed toeliminate all taxes as not in line with ICAO recommendations and reduce by 25 per cent two main charges (passengers and security).
All these decisions are aimed at optimizing fees and ensure that aviation security protocols meet international … read more
The Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre - Eastern Africa (GTRCMC-EA), based at Kenyatta University, has been honoured with the prestigious Tourism Resilience Award during the Global Resilience Council Hall of Fame Awards at Plaisterers' Hall in London.
The award was received by Tourism Cabinet Secretary Reb… read more
The Emirates Group today announced its best-ever half-year financial performance, posting a profit before tax of AED 10.4 billion (US$ 2.8 billion) for the first six months of 2024-25, surpassing its record profit before tax for the same period last year.
This is the first financial year that the UAE corporate income tax, ena… read more
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has exempted tourists from declaring the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers of their gadgets upon arrival, aiming to maintain seamless entry for visitors while enhancing tax compliance.
Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano emphasized Kenya's role as a gateway to East Africa an… read more
MSC Cruises newest ship MSC Euribia has docked in Durban at the new Nelson Mandela Cruise Terminal on her repositioning voyage from Europe to the Middle East, where she’ll spend the winter cruising in the Arabian Gulf.
MSC Euribia’s historic port call in Durban on Wednesday made her the largest cruise ship ever to dock… read more
The Namibian Roads Authority (RA), whose core business is to construct and maintain Namibia's road sector, has officially opened the new … read more
Tourism in Africa is thriving, propelled by its rich cultures, unique
landscapes, and the warm hospitality of its people. Yet behind every
thriving tourism destination, there are women—many of whom are often
unrecognised yet instrumental in shaping the sector.
The recent Women in Tourism Regional Conference in Freetown, Sierra
Le… read more
The Africa Celebrates is an annual event designed to support the development and prosperity of the continent by connecting Africa through education, art, culture and technology.
Ethiopia's Minister of Tourism, Selamawit Kasa said on the occasion that Africa has a tourism potential that could enhance its economic growth and prosperit… read more
The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has released its annual report titled ‘State of Africa’s Infrastructure Report 2024,’ which indicates that progress in expanding and improving the rail network as outlined in the African Union’s railway initiative has been limited to date.
According to the report, out of the ambitious plan to construct … read more
Positive outlook for Seychelles Tourism as Visitor Arrivals Peak
ECOWAS Air Transport Ministers Endorse Regional Strategy To Remove Taxes From Air Transport
Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre At Kenyatta University
Emirates Group Breaks Own Profit Record
Tourists Exempted From Declaring IMEI Numbers Upon Arrival
MSC Euribia docks in Durban, breaking record set by Anthem of the Seas in Cape Town
Windhoek-Okahandja dual carriageway (A1) officially opened
