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Ethiopian receives IATA’s certificate of excellence in logistics
Ethiopian Airlines, the largest aviation group in Africa, has announced that it has received IATA’s Center of Excellence fo… read more
South African Airways eyes new alliance with Kenya Airways
South African Airways and Kenya Airways are planning a major alliance in the near future. The two airlines are hoping to leverage their strengths to create a Pan-African airline partnership. The alliance will hopefully help both carriers recover from their dire financial situations in the coming years.
After talk of a major p… read more
How the UAE’s travel ban affects Uganda Airlines
On October 9th, Uganda Airlines launched flights to Dubai International Airport. Staff, passengers, and government officials were all ecstatic following the first landing of flight UR 466 from Entebbe International Airport. Those witnessing the launch hoped that the new service would boost trade, investment, and tourism. However, the incr… read more
Tourism in East Africa - Unpicked ripe fruit
If there is one thing that East Africa is widely known for, it is definitely its exotic nature scape extending from rivers to lakes, and across the East African Rift Valley. It is with no doubt tourism is one of Tanzania's - indeed East Africa's - major forex earners and contributors to the economy.
Tourism is also one of the major employe… read more
Omicron slows bookings, but tour operators are liking 2022 overall
Omicron ruined just about everything this holiday season, from thousands of flights canceled globally at Christmas to downsizing New Year's Eve plans (not to mention the fluctuation of travel restrictions and tighter testing windows).
And the variant looks like it will continue to upend plans as we head into 2022.
But tour operators … read more
Turkey Wants more Nigerians to Visit Bodrum in 2022
Recently the President of Turkey Recep Tayap Erdogan visited Nigeria and invited President Buhari to Turkey for the Turkey African Conference in December. This is part of Turkey’s effort to develop a stronger relationship with Africa and Nigeria. The city of Bodrum wants to take advantage of this special relationship with Nigeria to dr… read more
Serengeti National Park attracts more visitors in Festival Season
A diverse group of tourists from different parts of the world has spent this festival season in Serengeti National Park where they had joyful moments such as viewing various beautiful wild animals including the Big Five.
The 'Daily News' witnessed the tourists in dozens of vehicles conducting game drives on Christmas Day and Boxing … read more
Royal Caribbean Group provides update on COVID-19, Omicron variant impact
Royal Caribbean Group provided an update on the status of its business and the impact of the Omicron variant. Knowledge about COVID-19 and how to deal with it have been in a constant state of flux for the last two years. Omicron has significantly altered the COVID-19 landscape for everyone, and the Royal Caribbean Group is no exception.… read more
Six top trends for travel to Africa in 2022
With 2022 around the corner, Africa experts have shared their top trends to Africa for the coming year:
"We expect to see more requests for private experiences that allow guests to enjoy specific attractions in the most exclusive way possible," said Wayne Nupen, regional touring director at AndBeyond.
"'Restorative safaris… read more
Kruger National Park Calendar - February 2022
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