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Ethiopian
Airlines has taken another significant step in
strengthening its position as Africa's leading carrier by confirming the
purchase of six Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
aircraft. The decision converts previously held options
into a firm order, fulfilling commitments from a landmark agreement
reached… read more
Air
Tanzania is actively exploring plans to launch an
ambitious new international route that would connect Dar es Salaam with
Moscow, using the Seychelles as a strategic stopover point.
This development signals a significant expansion of the Tanzanian flag
carrier's long-haul ambitions while potentially marking its fir… read more
The
Ghana Tourism Authority has commenced an
extensive inspection and licence renewal campaign targeting food,
beverage and entertainment businesses across the Greater Accra Region.
This regulatory initiative, which got underway on Monday,
20 April 2026, forms part of broader efforts to uphold
public… read more
Brussels
Airlines has announced an ambitious cultural initiative
that will see contemporary African art travel across the continent
before reaching Europe. The project, titled
AfriConnections, represents a significant
investment in cultural exchange and offers fresh perspectives on how
airlines can c… read more
One
of Africa's most celebrated landmarks has taken a significant step
forward in welcoming a broader range of visitors. Table
Mountain in Cape Town now features a newly opened
Universal Access Walkway at its summit, creating opportunities for
travellers who previously faced challenges navigating the plateau area.
Th… read more
The
African aviation industry finds itself at a critical juncture as
mounting pressure builds to address a staggering financial hemorrhage.
Each year, an estimated \$2.5 billion flows out of the
continent to foreign aircraft maintenance providers,
representing a significant drain on resources that could otherwise
str… read more
Authorities
in Uganda have issued a stern warning to
tour and travel companies found operating beyond their licensed
mandates, specifically targeting businesses that have ventured into
labour recruitment and overseas employment services. The directive
demands immediate cessation of such activities, with regulators
th… read more
A
deepening fuel crisis now threatens to ground domestic
air travel across Nigeria, placing enormous pressure on
airlines already operating under severe financial strain. The situation
has escalated so dramatically that carriers are warning of imminent
service reductions and even a complete suspension of operations if … read more
The
Garden Route tourism landscape could soon
welcome back one of its most treasured attractions, as positive
developments emerge around the long-awaited restoration of the
Outeniqua Choo Tjoe steam train. After
years of uncertainty, the company responsible for reviving this
legendary rail experience… read more
The
ongoing disruption to global oil and refined fuel supply
chains stemming from the Middle East conflict has begun
exerting significant pressure on aviation markets across Southern
Africa. Travel professionals throughout the region are fielding
increased client enquiries regarding flight reliability and pricing,
ma… read more
Ethiopian Airlines Confirms Six Additional Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners for Fleet Expansion
Air Tanzania Eyes Moscow as First European Gateway via Seychelles Stopover
Ghana Tourism Authority Launches Major Hospitality Compliance Drive in Greater Accra
Brussels Airlines Unveils Touring African Art Exhibition Across Four Capitals
Table Mountain Sets New Standard for Inclusive Tourism in South Africa
Africa Must Build Local Aircraft Maintenance Capacity to Retain \$2.5 Billion
Uganda Cracks Down on Tourism Firms Operating Illegal Labour Recruitment Services
Nigerian Aviation Industry Faces Potential Shutdown as Fuel Costs Surge 350 Percent
South Africa's Beloved Choo Tjoe Steam Train Edges Closer to Triumphant Return
