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The Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and
Security has announced a significant update to its visa policy for
international visitors. Starting from April 1, 2025, nationals from 31
countries will be required to obtain a visa upon arrival in Namibia.
The objective of this new policy is to foster equitable … read more
Protea by Marriott Pretoria Hatfield is strategically located in
Hatfield, one of the most sought-after areas in Pretoria, providing
business and leisure travellers with easy access to diplomatic,
government and corporate offices as well as shopping centres,
entertainment destinations and sporting facilities.
The hotel featu… read more
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is cracking down on airlines advertising misleading departure times. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the NCAA declared a zero-tolerance approach to such practices and warned airlines of “serious regulatory actions” for non-compliance.
“It has come to our attention that some airlines are… read more
Google has announced a major expansion of Google Translate, adding 110 new languages to the platform. This update, part of Google’s 1,000 Languages Initiative, which uses AI models to support the 1,000 most spoken languages around the world, represents a significant step towards breaking down language barriers and fostering communication … read more
Tourism Minister Barbara Rwodzi has highlighted that the majority of Airbnb operating in Harare are not registered as is required by the law. In Zimbabwe people intending to operate a tourism-related facility or service are required to be licenced by the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) which is the regulator.
However, due to the ec… read more
AirHelp, a claims management company that promotes and enforces air passenger rights in cases of flight disruptions, has released its annual airport ranking. For this year, the company ranked 239 airports from 69 countries to create the "AirHelp Score 2024".
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The management of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park has announced that much needed renovations will take place at Kamqua Picnic Site from today, 08 July 2024, until 12 August 2024.
There will be mobile ablution facilit… read more
The Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA) concluded its nationwide
tour with a grand finale in the Greater Accra Region from July 1-3. This
three-day event marked the culmination of TOUGHA’s extensive
exploration of Ghana’s diverse regions, showcasing the beauty and
potential of the country’s capital region.
From Krokrobi… read more
It is very difficult to believe that Tereza Ojo is no more. She was a pioneer of a different mould, an industry care giver, a special bred, and an achiever, a role model, minister of tourism and aviation Nigeria never had. Tereza Ojo was an embodiment of beauty, courage, and integrity. As the first female president of the National Association of… read more
The Tourism Department of Seychelles has announced the expansion of
its acclaimed Sustainable Seychelles Certification Programme to now
include restaurants and tour operators.
Since its launch in 2012, the Seychelles Sustainable Tourism Label,
recently rebranded as the Sustainable Seychelles Brand in October 2023,
has play… read more