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Travel
professionals across sub-Saharan Africa should mark their calendars for
one of the region's most significant tourism trade events this year.
The Zambia Tourism Expo, widely known as ZATEX
2026, will take place from 4 to 6 June
2026 at the prestigious Mulungushi International
Conference Centre … read more
The
African luxury travel sector has reached a
pivotal turning point, with the continent now asserting itself as both a
world-class destination and an increasingly powerful source of
high-spending travellers. This weekend's gathering of elite travel
professionals in Cape Town has brought this transformation into sharp … read more
The
Seychelles archipelago has significantly
bolstered its European connectivity following the introduction of a new
twice-weekly air service linking Rome Fiumicino Airport
directly to Mahé. This strategic development represents a
meaningful step forward for travel professionals across the African
co… read more
Travel
professionals booking family holidays to
KwaZulu-Natal should be aware of an
upcoming temporary closure at one of Durban's most beloved attractions.
The Wet 'n Wild Waterpark at uShaka Marine
World will undergo essential maintenance and
refurbishment works, temporarily suspending operations fo… read more
The
world's only remaining ocean liner in active
service graced South African shores this month, offering a
rare spectacle for maritime enthusiasts and sparking renewed interest
among travel professionals across the continent. Cunard
Line's Queen Mary 2, the celebrated flagship of one of
the world's … read more
The
Republic of Congo's national airline, Equatorial Congo
Airlines (ECAir), has announced the resumption of
commercial flights following a prolonged period of inactivity. This
development marks a significant moment for the Central African nation as
it seeks to restore reliable air connectivity between its two most
i… read more
The
head of one of Nigeria's most respected airlines has issued a candid
assessment of the barriers preventing Africa's most populous nation from
realising its tourism potential. George Uriesi, Managing
Director of Ibom Air, addressed industry stakeholders
during a virtual conference exploring the lessons and impact of… read more
Egypt
has officially discontinued the use of paper passport control
cards for Egyptian passengers at Cairo International
Airport, with the change taking effect from Saturday the eleventh of
April 2026. The Ministry of Civil Aviation confirmed that the new
digital system now applies across all passenger terminals at the… read more
Royal
Air Maroc is preparing to resume services to Libya after
an absence spanning more than a decade, marking a significant moment
for North African aviation connectivity. The Moroccan flag carrier will
reconnect Casablanca with Mitiga Airport in Tripoli during 2026,
reopening a corridor that has remained dormant sinc… read more
The
African safari market continues to demonstrate resilience and evolution,
with South Africa, Kenya and Tanzania maintaining their
dominant position as the most sought-after destinations
for wildlife tourism. Fresh industry analysis reveals that these three
nations collectively attracted nearly two-thirds of all safa… read more
Zambia Tourism Expo Returns in June With Bold Visitor Arrival Targets for 2026
Cape Town Summit Signals New Era as Africa Embraces Dual Luxury Travel Strategy
Air Seychelles Launches Rome Route as Italy Emerges as Fastest-Growing European Market
Durban's Wet 'n Wild Waterpark Announces Three-Week Maintenance Closure in May
Queen Mary 2 Celebrates Historic Milestones During South African Port Calls
Congo's Flag Carrier ECAir Returns to the Skies After Extended Grounding
Ibom Air Chief Urges Nigeria to Transform Seasonal Tourism Surge Into Year-Round Growth
Cairo Airport Eliminates Paper Forms for Egyptian Travellers in Digital Shift
Royal Air Maroc Returns to Tripoli After Twelve Years, Strengthening North African Links
Safari Giants Dominate But Emerging Destinations Gain Ground Across the Continent
