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CemAir resumes operations on a limited schedule to Plettenberg Bay
South African domestic and regional carrier CemAir has announced that its service between Cape Town Interrnational Airport (CPT) in Cape Town and Plettenberg Bay Aerodrome (PBZ) in … read more
AviaDev will help improve tourism and connectivity for Namibia and Africa
Bisey Uirab, the Chief Executive Officer of Namibia Airports Company has expressed his elation at the successful hosting of AviaDev Africa 2024 and the potential benefits the event would bring to Namibia and Africa’s tourism and connectivity
“We as the Namibia Airports Company and indeed as the aviation industry in Namibia are ve… read more
South Africa’s cruise sector on two-year lag to rest of the world post-COVID says Volk
The cruise sector in South Africa has recovered slower than the rest of the world, with highly-contested national elections in 2024 having caused additional delays to recovery, according to Ross Volk, Managing Director, MSC Cruises South Africa.
Speaking to IOL, Volk said South Africa was finally on track for a full recovery … read more
Ibom Air boosts capacity with new aircraft
In order to boost its capacity and meet growing demand for its product, Ibom Air has added another Airbus A220-300 aircraft to it fleet.
The addition of this aircraft will bring Ibom Air’s fleet of A220s to 11, after the delivery of the outstanding nine units.
According to a statement by Aniekan Essi… read more
Durban: Four beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality
The eThekwini Municipality, the local government body responsible for governing and managing Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has … read more
Nigerian travel sector at risk due to unfair Airline trade practices,...
…as NANTA reports Nigerian Travel Sector Loses 40% Market Value Due to Foreign Airline Trade
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sounded the alarm on the negative impact of cross-border trading of foreign airlines’ inventories on Nigeria’s travel economy.
The Acting Vice Chairman of FCCPC, Al… read more
Kigali ranks third favourite African city for travellers
The City of Kigali has been ranked third on the list of travellers' favourite African cities in 2024.
According to the World's Best Awards survey by the travel publication Travel + Leisure, in which over 186,000 of its readers participated, the Rwandan capital emerged third in Africa after Morocco's Marrakech and South Africa's Cape… read more
Africa's most stunning Tourist destinations revealed
Exploring Africa offers a variety of incredible tourist destinations, each filled with unique attractions and experiences. From the majestic wildlife safaris to serene beaches and vibrant cities, Africa has something for every traveler. Here, we reveal some of the continent's most stunning destinations and what they offer.
Maasai Mara N… read more
MSC Cruises hiring up to 2,000 South Africans as crew this year, 5,000 by 2028
MSC Cruises is planning to hire around 2,000 South Africans this year to join its international fleet, with plans to hire up to 5,000 by 2028, according to Ross Volk, Managing Director of MSC Cruises South Africa.
Speaking to IOL, Volk said South African crew are in demand with MSC Cruises as English is widely spoken in the country,… read more
Sigelege Hotels sets the standard in Malawi’s hospitality industry
Sigelege Hotels, a homegrown hospitality group in Malawi, has made waves in the industry with its trio of properties, each offering a unique experience tailored to the diverse needs of travellers. With a journey spanning nearly four years, the brand has navigated opportunities and challenges, evolving into a symbol of excellence i… read more
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