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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
Uganda Airlines, the national carrier of Uganda, has charted an ambitious growth path for the next five years. The airline plans to double its fleet and expand its destinations, emphasizing its strong international ambitions. Among the notable developments is the upcoming launch of flights to London Gatwick, slated for the end of the year… read more
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC)
2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has today revealed that the
sector’s contribution to Egypt’s GDP grew almost 24% last year to reach a
record E£953BN - nearly 21% ahead of the previous peak.
The data
also shows that ac… read more
Those of us in the West like to think of ourselves as the centre of
the progressive world. On a recent flight to Namibia where I was invited
to give a keynote at the African Hospitality Investment Conference, a
story riveted me and captured my attention because it had an ending that
I didn’t expect. It was the recent Gender gap report f… read more
Google Translate empowers 614 Million more voices with 110 new languages
99% of Airbnb’s in Harare are not licenced, says Tourism Minister
These two airports in South Africa are among the world's top ten 2024
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: Renovations taking place at Kamqua Picnic Site
TOUGHA embarks on thrilling exploration of Greater Accra Region in final nationwide tour
NANTA’s Mother Tereza: A tribute
Sustainable Seychelles certification programme also for restaurants and tour operator
Uganda Airlines`ambitious growth plan for the next five years
Travel & Tourism in Egypt injected a record E£953BN in the national economy last year
