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Namibia’s iconic Etosha National
Park is embarking on a transformative journey, enhancing
its infrastructure to elevate the safari experience for visitors and
boost regional tourism. This ambitious road upgrade project, spearheaded
by the Namibian Ministry of Environment, Forestry and
Tourism, signals … read more
Travel professionals planning itineraries along South Africa’s
scenic Garden Route should be aware of a temporary closure affecting a
popular attraction. The Woodville Big Tree
trail, nestled within the Wilderness
Section of the Garden Route National Park, is currently
inaccessible due to extremely wet… read more
Mauritania Airlines has strategically
enhanced its operational capacity by leasing an Airbus
A320 from Malta MedAir. This move
strengthens the airline’s presence on key West African
routes, particularly to Abidjan and
Dakar, two major hubs in the region. This timely
addit… read more
A corruption investigation into
the restructuring of Mozambique Airlines
(LAM) has sent ripples through the African aviation
industry, raising questions about transparency and accountability in
airline management. The probe, launched by Mozambican authorities,
focuses on the period between April 2023 a… read more
Air Burkina is making significant strides in
enhancing domestic and regional air travel, marking a positive shift
for Burkina Faso's aviation sector. The airline recently welcomed a
brand-new Embraer E190LR aircraft, a move aimed at
modernizing its fleet and boosting operational efficiency. This
acquisition, championed b… read more
Etihad Airways is making a bold move in
Africa, significantly expanding its network across the continent. This
strategic expansion brings new destinations, increased
flight frequencies, and exciting
partnerships, creating a wealth of
opportunities for travel professionals in the region. Arik… read more
Heightened security measures are in effect at
London Gatwick Airport following a drug
trafficking investigation, impacting several international airlines and
prompting a closer look at security protocols within the African
aviation sector. The UK’s National Crime Agency
(NCA) has placed Air Ma… read more
A recent incident involving the luxury train Rovos Rail has
brought Zimbabwe’s infrastructure challenges into sharp focus for
African travel professionals. The collision with a goods train near
Gwanda, while resulting in no tourist fatalities, underscored the need
for urgent road improvements along the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls
corridor.… read more
Cronos Airlines, based in Malabo, Equatorial
Guinea, has significantly upgraded its service offerings with the
addition of an Embraer Legacy 600, configured for
VIP travel. This strategic move marks the airline’s
first foray into the premium segment and positions it to capitalize on
the growing demand for luxury ai… read more
Nigeria’s aviation sector is undergoing significant
transformation, marked by two controversial developments: the approval
of a private airstrip for Canaanland, headquarters of the Living Faith
Church Worldwide, and the proposed decentralization of the Nigerian
College of Aviation Technology (NCAT). These changes have sparked debate
wi… read more