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FlySafair acquires former 737-800 from Ukraine International Airlines
FlySafair is now one of the largest operators of Boeing 737-800 aircraft in Africa with almost 25 of the type in service. To support its regional expansion, the South African private carrier continues to add to its fleet.
Tribute Portfolio resort opens in the Seychelles
Marriott International's Tribute Portfolio has made its debut in the Seychelles with the opening of a beach resort situated along Mahe's southeastern coast.
The Laila Seychelles, a Tribute Portfolio Resort has 76 guestrooms, each outfitted with natural materials like wood and rattan and nature-inspired décor. Chief amo… read more
Zambia: Lifting of all Covid-19 travel related restrictions at points of entry
The Zambia National Public Health Institute (ZNPHI) announced on 21 March 2023 (Ref No: ZNPHI/CIR/09/0004) that all Covid-19 travel related restrictions for entry into … read more
Radisson Hotel Group continues to break hotel-opening records in Africa
Radisson Hotel Group, one of the fastest-growing hotel companies in Africa, plans to strengthen its robust African presence in 2023 further with the opening of eight new hotel already confirmed to date. The Group aims to reach 150 hotels within the next five years across the continent, reinforcing Africa as a key growth market.… read more
Tourism for rural development celebrated at UNWTO Best Tourism Villages ceremony in Alula
Tourism importance for rural development was the message at the heart of the Best Tourism Villages Ceremony.
The initiative is one of the pillars of UNWTO Tourism for Rural Development Programme. Every year, Best Tourism Villages by UNWTO recognizes destinations which stand out for their commitment to sustainability i… read more
Sierra Leone expresses preparedness for ICAO audit with BAGAIA’s assistance
The Sierra Leone Civil Aviation Authority (SL- CAA) says, it looks forward to a successful audit by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO). This is because the Banjul Accord Group Accident Investigation Bureau (BAGAIA) said it has made progress with the Sierra Leone Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau ( SL-AAIB) to… read more
Hospitality and Tourism sector will boom with Sanwo-Olu’s Return…Sunmonu
President, Nigeria Hotel and Catering Institute (NHCI), Mr. Gbenga Sunmonu, says his association is over joyed at the reelection of governor Babajide sanwo-Olu for a second term in office.
According to him, his selection will have a multiplyer effects on growth of Hospitality, Tourism and catering businesses in the state.
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Accra Weizo returns with a Bang after a 3 year break due to...
Accra Weizo Travel Expo is a travel event that seeks to grow seamless Travel in West Africa and it is organised by Akwaaba African Travel Market in partnership with Ghana Tourism Authority.
West Africa is the biggest region in Africa with over 400 million people rich in culture and tourist attractions. It receive… read more
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: Park shops with changed opening hours due to stocktaking
According to a posting by Regional Communications Manager: Arid Parks at South African National Parks (SANParks), Genevieve Maasdorp, in the SANParks - Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park facebook group, stocktaking needs to be performed at all shops in … read more
Airlink to launch daily flights to NBO
South African regional carrier Airlink has announced the introduction of flights to Kenya. The airline will launch scheduled direct flights between OR Tambo Internation… read more
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