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Mauritania Airlines Boosts Capacity with A320 Wet Lease
Africa's Transport Revolution: Greener Rails & Waterways
African travel professionals, take note! A significant shift is underway in Africa's transport sector, moving from its reliance on roads towards more sustainable rail and maritime solutions. This transformation presents exciting opportunities for travel agents to incorporate eco-friendly travel options and tap in
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Ethiopian Airlines Soars with 20th 737 MAX 8, Cementing African Leadership
Ethiopian Airlines has reached a new milestone, taking delivery of its 20th Boeing 737 MAX 8, further solidifying its position as Africa's leading airline. This acquisition marks a significant step in the airline's ongoing modernization and expansion strategy, enhancing its capacity and reach across the co… read more
EgyptAir’s Fleet Renewal Boosts Regional Aviation Landscape
EgyptAir's strategic fleet overhaul is making waves in the African aviation sector. The airline's recent sale of its Embraer 170 aircraft signals a broader trend of modernization and growth within the industry. The first of these 16-year-old aircraft departed Cairo International Airport on June 24, 2025, bound for the Ca… read more
African Tourism Champions Honored for Sustainability
The African Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA®) recently celebrated the winners of its second annual ATTA® for Action Awards at Experience Africa in London. The awards spotlight impactful tourism initiatives across the continent, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development… read more
Cape Town Shines as Cruise Hub: Costa Smeralda’s SA Stop Underscores City’s Growing Importance
Costa Cruises has unveiled exciting plans for its 2026/27 winter season, with the Costa Smeralda set to make a significant stop in Cape Town, South Africa. This move highlights Cape Town's rising prominence as a key player in the global cruise industry, offering a st… read more
Canopy by Hilton Launches in Cape Town, Enhancing City’s Luxury Hotel Appeal
Hilton has unveiled its latest venture in Africa with the grand opening of Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof. This marks the brand's debut in South Africa, strategically positioned within the revitalized Longkloof district, a hub of innovation and culture in the heart of Cape Town.
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Tanzania’s New Visitor Insurance: Opportunity or Obstacle for Travel Agents?
Tanzania is set to introduce a mandatory travel insurance fee for international visitors, a move that has sparked both interest and debate within Africa’s travel trade. Finance Minister Dr. Mwigulu Nchemba announced the proposal, which will require non-resident foreign visitors to pay \$44 U… read more
Kruger's Scenic S65 Road Reopens, Boosting Safari Options
South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the reopening of the S65 gravel road in Kruger National Park, restoring a vital route for wildlife enthusiasts. This scenic road, connecting the S1 (leading to Phabeni Gate) and the H1-1 (towards Pretoriuskop Rest Camp), h… read more
KZN South Coast Beaches Reopen, Boosting Tourism Prospects
Thirteen South Coast beaches in KwaZulu-Natal have reopened for swimming, signaling positive news for the region's tourism sector. The KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence made the announcement after careful monitoring of the annual sardine run revealed that the main sardine activity ha… read more
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