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Africans face a high rejection rate for visas to enter the Schengen group of countries. The group is made up of 29 European countries that have officially abolished border controls at their mutual borders. A Schengen visa is an entry permit for non-EU nationals which would allow them to make a short, temporary visit of up to 90 days in the Schen… read more
The opening of the 20th Akwaaba African Travel Market 2024 on Sunday September 22nd, unfolded in an atmosphere of celebration and colour at the prestigious Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.
With over 60 exhibitors from various African nations, the venue was filled to capacity, draped in vibrant decorations that p… read more
Nigeria’s commitment to international aviation standards has yielded significant results. In a major boost to the country’s aviation sector, the global rating of Nigeria’s compliance with the Cape Town Convention on dry-leasing of aircraft has surged from 49 to 70.5.
This substantial increase is a direct result of Nigeria’s p… read more
The Minister of Tourism, Mrs. Lola Ade-John, has been engaging in a series of high-level meetings with her counterparts in other ministries to identify and address key challenges hindering the growth of domestic tourism. This is in a bid to revitalize Nigeria’s tourism industry.
Recently, she met with the Minister of Transpor… read more
When you think of a country or city that has a strong destination
brand who comes to mind – Marrakesh? Paris? New York? – all three
continue to draw crowds year on year irrespective of the global state of
affairs – a pandemic, economic downturn, political disruption –
utilising very little spend. Some of the key factors that contribute t… read more
The second highest figure recorded at Entebbe International Airport in a single month was a total of 198,961, an average of 6,418 per day, in December 2023. Entebbe International Airport facilitated a total of 212,701 international passengers in August 2024, an average of 6,861 passengers per day, latest figures shows.
The pa… read more
Airbus has opened a new Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa. The airline manufacturing company in a statement by its media consultant in Nigeria, said that this newly established centre would contribute to strengthening its local presence and supporting the growth of the African ecosystem.
The statement hint… read more
Stakeholders from financial industry and other related sectors have highlighted the significant roles contactless payments would play in unlocking Nigeria’s digital economy.
They took this position at the CeBIH 2024 Q3 Industry Forum organised by the Committee of e-Business Industry Heads (CeBIH) with t… read more
Uganda Airlines made its maiden landing at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, Nigeria, marking the beginning of direct flights from Entebbe.
The aircraft, UR900, which left Entebbe International Airport in Uganda at around 4:30 pm, touched down at 6:22 pm Nigerian time. Uganda is two hours ahead of Nigeria.… read more
Uganda pays one of the highest visa fees to Nigeria at a time neighbouring countries like Kenya have long taken boosters
The issue of visa reciprocity between Uganda and Nigeria took center stage at the Nigeria-Uganda Trade and Business Forum in Abuja, as stakeholders discussed the opportunities and challenges of doing busine… read more
Africans who apply for Schengen visas face high rejection rates
Vibrant celebrations as 20th Akwaaba African Travel Market opens in Lagos
Nigeria’s Aviation industry soars: Global rating jumps
How to grow a strong destination brand in 7 Steps
Entebbe Airport passenger traffic hits record high in August
Airbus boosts African presence
Contactless payments key to unlocking Nigerian’s Digital Economy
Uganda Airlines makes maiden landing in Abuja
