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A
fresh transport concept is generating conversation among infrastructure
planners and tourism stakeholders in the Western
Cape. The Capetrain, a
proposed elevated express rail network for Cape Town, is now being
presented with a significantly broader scope than when it first emerged —
and its potent… read more
A bold
push to grow intra-African tourism gained
serious momentum in Windhoek this week. The Namibia
Tourism Board and South African
Airways brought together local operators and travel trade
leaders from 15 African countries for a
focused B2B networking session desig… read more
Travellers
heading to one of Southern Africa's most spectacular and remote
wilderness areas need to adjust their plans. South African
National Parks has temporarily shut down the
pontoon ferry at Sendelingsdrift in the
|Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park
after high water levels … read more
The
ongoing military escalation in the Middle
East is sending shockwaves through international aviation
networks, creating a challenging environment for travellers across the
African continent. Recent strikes involving multiple nations in the
region have prompted authorities to impose airspace restrictions,
forcing a… read more
The
opening day of Meetings Africa delivered
exactly what the continent's business events community had hoped for: a
busy trade floor, meaningful conversations and a clear sense of
commercial ambition. Held in Sandton,
Johannesburg, this flagship gathering once again proved
its value as a serious mar… read more
A
major dispute between one of the world's largest airlines and a growing
Nigerian carrier could reshape plans for
new direct flights between Lagos and New
York. The disagreement centres on a name, a trademark,
and a complex aircraft leasing deal that has now landed on the desk of
the U.S. De… read more
A
devastating fire at Murtala Muhammed International
Airport (MMIA) in Lagos on Monday, February 23, has
completely wiped out primary air-to-ground communication
equipment, forcing Nigeria's airspace authority to rely
on emergency backup systems to keep flights moving safely.
The
head of the … read more
A
major new chapter in West African
hospitality is unfolding as Minor
Hotels, a global hotel owner, operator and investor
managing more than 640 properties across 59
countries, has confirmed plans to bring its upscale
NH Collection brand to Accra, Ghana The
propert… read more
Zimbabwe
is about to step into the global spotlight in a way that carries both
symbolic and commercial significance for the entire African travel
industry. The country will host three major United Nations
Tourism events running back-to-back at the
Elephant Hills Resort in Victoria Falls… read more
One
of Mozambique's most important conservation areas remains completely
closed to visitors, with no reopening date confirmed yet.
Limpopo National Park, situated in the
southern province of Gaza, has been
inaccessible to tourists for more than a month following devastating
floods that struck much of… read more
Proposed Capetrain Rail Link Could Transform Cape Town's Cruise Homeport Ambitions
Namibia and SAA Rally 15 African Nations to Build Intra-Continental Travel Demand
Richtersveld Pontoon Closed as Orange River Floods Force Detour for Visitors
Middle East Tensions Reshape Global Aviation with Significant Impact on African Routes
Meetings Africa Opened with Purpose-Driven Networking and Deal-Making
United Airlines Fights to Block Nigerian Carrier's New York Launch
Lagos Airport Fire Destroys Air Traffic Systems, Mobile Tower Being Deployed
Ghana Set to Welcome First NH Collection Hotel as Minor Hotels Eyes West Africa
Victoria Falls to Host Three Back-to-Back UN Tourism Summits in Late April
Limpopo National Park Shut for Over a Month as Flood Damage Blocks All Access
