• Attractions
• 07/08/2025 07:21

South Africa's Spring Weather Forecast Signals Mixed Tourism Opportunities

The South African Weather Service has released its comprehensive seasonal outlook for August through December 2025, revealing climate patterns that will significantly impact tourism operations across the country's diverse regions. With above-normal temperatures expected nationwide and varying rainfal… read more

• Miscellaneous
• 07/08/2025 07:16

US Visa Bond Scheme Threatens African Tourism Revenue by $98 Million Annually

The United States has unveiled a controversial 12-month pilot program requiring visa bonds of up to \$15,000 for business and tourist travelers from select African nations, creating unprecedented barriers that could devastate the continent's travel industry. Starting August 20, 2025, nationals from countries i… read more

• Flights
• 07/08/2025 07:16

Air Sénégal's Fleet Crisis Exposes West African Aviation Vulnerabilities

Senegal's national carrier faces mounting operational pressures as Air Sénégal continues operating its crucial Dakar-Paris route with a chartered Boeing 767-300ER from Portuguese carrier euroAtlantic Airways. This temporary arrangement highlights the fragility of fleet management strategies across West African aviation… read more

• Flights
• 07/08/2025 07:15

African Aviation Soars with 23.8% Revenue Growth as Strategic Partnerships Transform Sector

The continental aviation landscape has reached a pivotal moment as African airlines experience unprecedented growth momentum, with industry data revealing remarkable transformation across key performance metrics. Recent analysis indicates that major carriers could generate an additional \$1.24 billion in annu… read more

• Flights
• 07/08/2025 07:15

ValueJet Pilots Suspended: Safety Breach Highlights Nigerian Aviation Oversight

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has taken decisive enforcement action against two ValueJet pilots following a serious safety protocol violation at Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Captain Oluranti Ogoyi and First Officer Ivan Oloba had their licenses suspended with immediate … read more

• Flights
• 07/08/2025 07:15

FlySafair Becomes Africa's Largest Boeing 737-800 Operator with Strategic Fleet Growth

FlySafair has solidified its position as Africa's dominant Boeing 737-800 operator following the acquisition of two nine-year-old aircraft previously operated by China's Hainan Airlines. The South African carrier now commands a fleet of 34 Boeing 737-800s, representing a strategic expansion that incr… read more

• Flights
• 06/08/2025 08:05

Ethiopian Airlines Posts $7.6B Revenue as Continental Hub Strategy Pays Off

Africa's aviation landscape witnessed a defining moment as Ethiopian Airlines delivered exceptional financial results for the 2024/25 fiscal year, cementing its position as the continent's undisputed carrier champion. The Addis Ababa-based airline reported \$7.6 billion in total revenue alongside record passe… read more

• Miscellaneous
• 06/08/2025 07:37

Visit the best luxury safari destinations in sub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan Africa is home to several of the most breathtaking landscapes and wildlife encounters on the planet.

For those seeking the pinnacle of comfort and exclusivity while exploring the wild, luxury safaris offer a unique blend of opulence, adventure, and natural beauty. Read on for a selection of the top 5 luxury safari destination i… read more

• Miscellaneous
• 06/08/2025 07:36

Hotel Collapse Exposes Critical Safety Gaps in African Hospitality Development

A devastating incident in Edo State's Uromi community has sent shockwaves through Nigeria's hospitality sector, highlighting urgent concerns about construction standards that could reshape how African tourism infrastructure projects are managed. The collapse of a hotel under construction claimed the life of owner And… read more

• Flights
• 06/08/2025 07:24

Ibom Air Sets New Standards with 82% Punctuality in Challenging Market

The Nigerian aviation landscape witnessed a remarkable demonstration of operational discipline in July 2025, as Ibom Air delivered exceptional performance metrics that position the carrier as a reliability leader across West Africa. With an impressive 82% on-time performance rate and 87% schedule reliability… read more