Travel news overview

• Flights
• 17/07/2025 22:59

SAA’s Financial Health: Navigating Turbulence, Charting Growth

South African Airways (SAA) has released its audited financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, revealing a mixed performance marked by both growth and challenges. This in-depth analysis provides African travel agents with valuable insights into the airline's current financial standin… read more

• Flights
• 17/07/2025 22:49

Condor's Fleet Expansion: A Boon for African Travel Agents

Condor Airlines is embarking on a significant fleet expansion, a move poised to create exciting new opportunities for travel agents across Africa. The airline's commitment to enhancing its long-haul capabilities translates into increased connectivity, improved service reliability, an… read more

• Flights
• 17/07/2025 22:48

Mauritania Airlines Leases A321 Amidst Capacity Crisis

Mauritania Airlines is grappling with a significant capacity crunch, forcing the carrier to lease a 17-year-old Airbus A321 from SmartLynx Airlines Ltd. This move, effective July 14, 2025, underscores the airline’s struggle to maintain essential regional routes with a depleted operational fleet.

• Flights
• 17/07/2025 22:41

Air Sénégal & ASKY Partnership

Air Sénégal and ASKY Airlines have joined forces in a strategic codeshare agreement, significantly expanding travel options across Africa and opening up exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. This partnership marks a significant step towards greater regional connecti… read more

• Miscellaneous
• 17/07/2025 06:41

DRC Airport Revamp: Kinshasa Hub Takes Off

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is embarking on a transformative \$500 million modernization of Kinshasa-N’djili International Airport. This ambitious project, spearheaded by US firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) and INFRAROSE, is set … read more

• Destinations
• 17/07/2025 06:36

Ethiopia: A Rising Hub for Medical Tourism in Africa

Ethiopia is actively transforming its healthcare sector and aims to become a prime destination for medical tourism in Africa. The nation is strategically positioned to attract both domestic and international patients, offering a unique blend of advanced medical services, cultural richness, and natural beauty.

A key driver of this… read more

• Destinations
• Attractions
• 17/07/2025 06:33

Maasai Mara's World Record Win

The Maasai Mara National Reserve has secured a prestigious new title: the World's Greatest Annual Terrestrial Wildlife Migration, as recognized by the World Book of Records, UK. This accolade not only celebrates the Mara's breathtaking spectacle but also presents a golden opportunity… read more

• Cruise
• 17/07/2025 06:32

Durban’s Cruise Tourism Surge: Redefining the City’s Narrative

Durban, often overlooked in South Africa’s travel landscape, is experiencing a remarkable transformation thanks to a surge in cruise tourism. Once dismissed as unsafe and unremarkable, the city is now attracting a growing number of cruise lines, from mainstream operators like AIDA and Costa to luxu… read more

• Flights
• 17/07/2025 06:31

Kenya Airways Soars to Profitability, Eyes Tourism Boom

Kenya’s aviation sector, vital for economic growth and tourism, is undergoing a transformation. While high airfares remain a challenge, innovative strategies are emerging to enhance affordability and connectivity for travelers.

Airlines face global economic pressures, including rising fuel pri… read more

• Attractions
• 17/07/2025 06:30

Southern Africa’s UNESCO Gems Spark Tourism Gold Rush

The UNESCO World Heritage Committee has inscribed two extraordinary Southern African sites onto its prestigious list: Mozambique’s Maputo National Park and Malawi’s Mount Mulanje Cultural Landscape. This recognition is set to ignite tourism interest, creating exciting opportunities f… read more