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UNWTO Extols Tanzania's Tourism Potentials
TANZANIA's tourism industry has the potential to create jobs, generate foreign exchange earnings and expand the tax base, according to the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) Academy official.
Flagging off the maiden UNWTO Academy digital tourism training for Tanzania's tour operators held in Arusha, Dr Jasmina Locke s… read more
Hotel payment processing: The top six trends right now
It's no secret that technology is enhancing or altering every part of our everyday lives, but a complete digital makeover to the point where society goes entirely cashless might not be too far off.
From a hospitality standpoint, it gives visitors a greater sense of convenience. Use Uber as an illustration. Customers arrive at their destina… read more
CEO of Botswana Tourism Organization reveals plans to increase international arrivals in 2023
On the back of a great year for Botswana’s tourism, the country is devising strategies and taking initiatives for more successes for the industry next year. The country has already set its sights on new international tourism markets and is hoping to build a more vibrant MICE sector.
The Southern African nation saw the return of i… read more
Traffic accidents: The most dangerous roads in South Africa
The South African Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has released a list of … read more
Zambia courts investors for Greenfield Rail Projects
Zambia is searching for investors to help fund a series of planned greenfield rail projects to boost connections to existing lines in Southern Africa.
Speaking at the 2022 Southern African Railways Association (SARA) conference in Johannesburg, Zambian transport and logistics minister Frank Tayali said the government was working on a compr… read more
MSC Seascape christened in New York ahead of inaugural cruise season
MSC Cruises christened its new vessel MSC Seascape in a ceremony at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal in New York City on Wednesday evening.
MSC Seascape is the 21st ship in the MSC fleet, and the latest in the cruise line’s Seaside class, which are specifically designed for warm weather cruising. The naming ceremony took place i… read more
Fly Angola takes delivery of its first turboprop, a Dash8-300
Luanda-based Fly Angola started commercial operations in 2018 and currently serves half a dozen domestic routes. The carrier, headed by Belarnicio Muangala, also offers charter services.
Airbus on a mission of seduction in Angola with an A220-300 from Air Baltic
TAAG Angola Airlines will receive its first Airbus A220-300 in August 2023. In anticipation of its arrival, the Angolan carrier and European aircraft manufacturer Airbus presented a prototype on Tuesday 6 December 2022 at Luanda International Airport to customers, shareholders, partners, government and diplomatic representatives.
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Madagascar Airlines: three Embraer E190-E2 with Azorra and a new General Manager
Since December 2021, Madagascar Airlines has been operating the assets of Air Madagascar and its subsidiary Tsaradia, which is currently being restructured, under a management lease. The Malagasy government has finally opted for new blood and the operational advantages of the Embraer Ejet-E2 family to support the revival of the national flag.… read more
Emirates Skywards and Aeroplan Kick-off Partnership
Emirates and Air Canada have expanded their partnership to offer frequent flyer members joint loyalty programme benefits.
Emirates Skywards members can now earn and redeem Miles on all flights operated by Air Canada – accessing a network of more than 220 destinations worldwide.
Aeroplan members will also benefit from earning a… read more
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