Travel news Democtaric Republic of Congo

• Destinations
• 22/01/2021 21:14

Will Burundi's Tourism turn the Ttde?

Burundi, which describes itself as "The Heart of Africa", is generally bypassed by travellers to the region, with its more famous neighbours -- Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda -- taking the lion's share of East Africa's tourism pie.

Bedevilled by unending political and civil unrest since the country gained independence fro… read more

• Destinations
• 21/01/2021 06:14

National COVID-19 Immunisation campaign begins in Seychelles

• Opinion
• 20/01/2021 21:23

The Tourism Ambassador debate

Tanzania was recently dragged willy-nilly into a debate on social media on whether or not it was prudent to name a foreigner as the country's goodwill tourism ambassador. In this matter, Tanzania is not alone. Social media platforms in Kenya have likewise been immersed in debate after the English model, actress and businessw… read more

• Flights
• 19/01/2021 20:12

Qatar Airways resumes flights to Cairo

The national carrier of the State of Qatar has touched down in Cairo for the first time since 2017. The airline will operate daily flights to Cairo on a state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner

Qatar Airways today resumed flights to Cairo in the Arab Republic of Egypt with a daily service. QR1301 departed Hamad International Ai… read more

• Flights
• 14/01/2021 07:07

Congo Airways orders two E195-E2

This is in addition to their existing two aircraft order for the smaller E190-E2. The four aircraft deal has a total value of USD 272 million at current list prices. This new firm order will be included in Embraer’s 2020 fourth quarter backlog.

Desire Bantu, CEO of Congo Airways said: “We see an opportunity in our market and the c… read more

• Destinations
• 13/01/2021 16:43

Benin signs $1.2 Million deal with World Bank and UNWTO to boost tourism

• Rail
• 13/01/2021 16:33

Chginese companby to build Tanzanian SGR

The contract was signed by Tanzanian foreign minister, Mr  Palamagamba  Kabudi, and his Chinese counterpart, Mr Wang Li, on January 6.

The north-south line will link the port of Mwanza on Lake Victoria to southern town of  Isaka. The $US 1.32bn line will be funded by the Tanzanian government.

The line is part of… read more

• Cruise
• 13/01/2021 06:52

Holland America Line’s 2021-2022 Caribbean cruise season

Beyond the balmy breezes and crystalline waters of the Caribbean, the vibrant cultures of the islands await to be discovered on a Holland America Line cruise during the 2021-2022 season. Ranging from seven to 21 days, guests will have their pick of six of the line’s premium, mid-sized ships - including Rotterdam in its debut season in the… read more

• Flights
• 12/01/2021 15:21

Airlink keeps Southern Africa connected

Although South Africa’s land borders are closed till mid-February, Airlink continues to serve Southern Africa’s main commercial centres with its comprehensive flight schedule and air route network.

South Africa’s decision to close its 20 land borders for all but emergency and exceptional travel comes as countries across the r… read more

• Miscellaneous
• 12/01/2021 06:32

Requirements for Travellers to Nigeria

The new provisional quarantine protocol for passengers arriving Nigeria introduced by the federal government has come into effect from Monday, 11th January, 2021.

The COVID-19 response protocol was signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation/ Chairman, Presidential Task Force on COVID-19, Boss Mustapha.

It list… read more