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South
Africa has once again demonstrated its culinary prowess on the world
stage, with two of its restaurants earning places among
the finest steak destinations globally. The recently
released World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants 2026 list confirms the
nation's growing reputation as a serious contender in internat… read more
Travel
professionals booking clients into Kruger National
Park should be aware of significant route disruptions
currently affecting the southern and central sections of South Africa's
flagship wildlife reserve. South African National
Parks, commonly known as SANParks, has confirmed that
several impor… read more
The
African travel and tourism sector is witnessing a pivotal
transformation as the continent's aviation industry records growth
figures that surpass worldwide benchmarks. African
carriers have posted traffic increases that outperform the global
average, marking a significant shift in how the world
perceives the cont… read more
Proflight
Zambia has announced an exciting expansion of its
regional network with a brand new service connecting
Lusaka, Livingstone, and Maun in Botswana.
The airline will commence operations on this pioneering three-city link
on 2 May 2026, marking a significant
milestone for trave… read more
African
travel professionals coordinating safari experiences to
Kruger National Park must take immediate
note of a critical infrastructure disruption affecting one of the
reserve's most frequented entry points. A portion of the
R531, commonly referred to as Orpen Road,
has sustained severe damage due… read more
The
Ethiopian government has taken another significant step in its drive to
position tourism as a leading force in the country's economic
transformation. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed recently
announced the opening of Haro Dandi Lodge, a new
hospitality development located in the Oromia Regional State. The
project forms … read more
One
of South Africa's most celebrated safari
destinations has experienced an unexpected setback
following a fire that broke out early on Tuesday morning at
Lower Sabie Rest Camp inside the
world-renowned Kruger National Park. The blaze affected critical visitor
amenities, including the camp's shop an… read more
Fly
Gabon has officially added Lagos to its route network,
deepening the Gabonese carrier's footprint in Nigeria and reinforcing
air links between Central and West Africa. The launch of scheduled
services to Nigeria's largest city represents a strategic expansion for
the airline, which has been steadily building its pr… read more
Uganda
Airlines has successfully restored one of its Airbus A330-800neo
aircraft to commercial service, marking an important
milestone in the national carrier's efforts to stabilise its long-haul
operations. The aircraft, bearing registration 5X-NIL, completed its
first revenue flight to Dubai on 17 April 2026, signall… read more
The
relationship between international travel advisories and
African tourism has once again come under the spotlight
following recent warnings issued by Western governments to their
citizens. These developments carry significant weight for travel
professionals across the continent, as such advisories directly
influen… read more
South Africa Secures Two Spots on Global Elite Steak Restaurant Rankings
Kruger National Park Issues Critical Road Closure Alert Affecting Safari Access
Africa's Aviation Surge Outpaces Global Averages, Signalling New Era for Continental Tourism
Proflight Zambia Unveils Strategic Route Linking Zambia to Botswana's Wildlife Hub
Ethiopia Unveils New Eco-Lodge as Tourism Takes Centre Stage in National Growth
Fire Incident at Lower Sabie Camp Disrupts Kruger Park Services
Fly Gabon Strengthens West African Network With New Libreville-Lagos Connection
Uganda Airlines Returns Wide-Body Aircraft to Service After Maintenance Setback
Travel Advisories and Their Growing Impact on African Tourism Businesses
