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RwandAir’s BAL Partnership Elevates African Sports Tourism
RwandAir, the official airline of the Basketball Africa League (BAL), proudly announces its participation in the BAL Summit 2025 in Kigali. This high-profile event unites leaders from sports, business, policy, and creative fields, fostering partnerships that drive impactful change across Africa. Th… read more
Pan-African Tourism Takes Center Stage at MKTE 2025
Kenya is gearing up to host a landmark event for the African travel industry: the 15th edition of the Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE 2025). Scheduled for October 1st-3rd at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi, this year’s expo takes a decidedly pan-African approach, emphasizing collaboration and sustaina… read more
Mozambique Eases Entry, Boosting Agent Bookings
Mozambique has temporarily suspended its 48-hour pre-travel registration requirement for visitors from visa-exempt countries. This move comes after technical glitches hampered the system, causing disruptions for travelers and travel agents alike. The Mozambican National Migration Servi… read more
Rwanda’s Red Rocks Initiative: Empowering Communities, Boosting Tourism
The Virunga Massif, a biodiversity hotspot spanning Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), offers immense potential for sustainable tourism development. The Red Rocks Initiative for Sustainable Development, a Rwandan grassroots organization, is playing a key rol… read more
Zambia Airport Upgrades Set to Boost Safari Tourism
Zambia’s commitment to enhancing its aviation infrastructure is taking center stage with recent inspections of ongoing upgrades at Mfuwe International Airport and Chipata Airport. These developments signal exciting new opportunities for African travel agents seeking to capitalize on the growing demand for… read more
SAA Expansion
South African Airways (SAA) has unveiled ambitious plans to expand its route network, creating exciting new opportunities for travel agents across Africa. The announcement, made by SAA’s Interim Chief Commercial Officer, Tebogo Tsimane, at Africa’s Travel Indaba in Durban, signals a strategic move to soli… read more
Kenya’s Travel Agents Unite for Growth at Mombasa Convention
African travel professionals, mark your calendars! The Kenya Association of Travel Agents (KATA) is hosting its highly anticipated 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Convention from June 27-28 at the PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort in Mombasa. This year’s event, themed “Going Further, Together… read more
Etihad's Charlotte Gateway Opens New Horizons for African Travel
Etihad Airways is set to launch non-stop flights from Abu Dhabi to Charlotte, North Carolina, starting May 4, 2026, creating exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. This four-times-weekly service, operated by Boeing 787 Dreamliners, opens a significant new gateway to the U.S.… read more
Kenya Airways' Green Ambitions
Kenya Airways is taking a bold step towards a greener future, partnering with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) on a groundbreaking sustainability program. This initiative, known as the Integrated Sustainability Program (ISP), has significant implications for the entire… read more
Oceania Cruises’ Festive Season Voyage from Cape Town
Oceania Cruises is set to launch a unique Indian Ocean itinerary departing from Cape Town this festive season, offering a lucrative opportunity for African travel agents. The 24-day "Indian Ocean Opus" voyage aboard the luxurious Oceania Sirena… read more
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