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Etihad
Airways is set to expand its Middle Eastern network with the
introduction of direct flights from Abu Dhabi to
Damascus, starting June 2026. This strategic move will
see four weekly services operated by Airbus A320 aircraft, offering a
total of 8 Business Class seats and 150 Economy
seats per f… read more
The Ethiopian government’s landmark
policy to permit the duty-free importation of motorized
boats is set to reshape the nation’s tourism scene, with far-reaching
implications for Africa’s travel sector. This bold initiative was
highlighted recently by the Ministry of
Tourism, positioning Ethiopia’s lak… read more
The
island of Santo Antão in Cape Verde is
undergoing a remarkable transformation, positioning itself as a premier
destination for nature-based tourism in West Africa. Through a series of
coordinated interventions led by the Ministry of Tourism
and Transport (MTT) and the Institute of
Tourism… read more
South
Africa has set a bold new course in international
visitor facilitation with the launch of its Electronic
Travel Authorisation (ETA), a major leap towards fully
digitized, traveller-centric border controls. Announced on 18 September
2025 by Minister of Home Affairs Dr. Leon Schreiber at the Touris… read more
Cape
Verde’s domestic aviation sector is on the cusp of a significant
transformation as the first of two ATR 72-600
aircraft—acquired by TACV under an eight-year dry
lease—makes its journey from Toulouse, France, to Praia. This milestone
signals a renewed commitment to enhancing inter-island air
links… read more
Air Côte
d’Ivoire is set to make a significant leap in its
international ambitions with the launch of direct flights
between Abidjan and Paris, commencing on 15
October 2025. This new service, operated by the
airline’s state-of-the-art Airbus
A330-900neo, marks the c… read more
Max
Air Ltd, a key player in Nigeria’s aviation sector, is
boosting its operational capabilities by temporarily adding a
wetleased Boeing 737-300 to its fleet. This
strategic move is set to reinforce the airline’s domestic network
during a critical period of heightened demand and operational
adjustme… read more
In the
dynamic landscape of Nigeria’s travel industry, operational excellence
is increasingly recognized as a cornerstone of sustainable growth. At
the heart of this transformation is Tosin, a
seasoned Operations Manager whose career has unfolded amid the
challenges and opportunities of one of Africa’s most competitive… read more
Sky
Mali is set to reinforce West African regional
connectivity with the launch of a direct service between
Bamako and
Abidjan on October 1, 2025. This new route
marks a strategic step in the carrier’s expansion, addressing
longstanding demand for efficient air links between Mali and… read more
The
Botswana Ministry of Environment and
Tourism, through its Department of Meteorological
Services, has unveiled the much-anticipated seasonal
rainfall and temperature outlook for October 2025 to March
2026. This forecast is set to shape the strategies of
safari operators, hospitality providers, and… read more
Etihad to Launch Direct Abu Dhabi–Damascus Flights, Expanding Middle East Connections
Ethiopia Opens Waterways to Boost Tourism with Duty-Free Boat Imports
Santo Antão’s Trail Transformation Sets New Benchmark for Nature-Based Tourism in Cape Verde
South Africa Debuts Electronic Travel Authorisation, Ushering in a New Era of Seamless Arrivals
New ATR 72-600 Arrival Set to Boost Cape Verde’s Inter-Island Air Connectivity
Air Côte d’Ivoire’s Direct Abidjan–Paris Flights Signal New Era for West African Long-Haul Travel
Max Air Temporarily Expands Domestic Fleet with Wetleased Boeing 737-300
Operations Expertise Drives Efficiency Gains for Nigeria’s Evolving Travel Sector
Sky Mali Expands West African Network with Direct Bamako–Abidjan Route from October
Botswana’s 2025/26 Rainfall Outlook Promises Lush Safari Season and Vibrant Wildlife Encounters
