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A press release issued by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture last Friday stated that arriving passengers will no longer be subjected to quarantine. In addition, the ministry says arriving passengers in possession of a negative covid-19 test certificate of not more than 72 hours will not be tested in The Gambia.
The ministry notes t… read more
Kiwi plane spotters were excited to see an unusual arrival in Christchurch this week. An Airbus A340 in South African Airways colors touched down at the airport just after 11:45 yesterday morning (local time). The Airbus was conduction a repatriation flight, bringing 300 New Zealanders home.
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South Africa’s regional borders may open soon if the COVID-19 infection rate continues to decrease, Minister of Tourism, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane said at a press briefing on September 4. Government is considering creating a regional travel bubble with African countries of similar infection risks, Kubayi-Ngubane said.
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Namibia’s Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, Pohamba Shifeta, has announced ammendments to the country’s International Tourism Revival Initiative (TRI) protocols.
Since the TRI protocols got implemented, Namibia’s tourism industry has not seen any bookings. This, as well as the fa… read more
The island of Saint Helena has a great deal to offer visitors. A rich history, natural beauty, and the rare characteristic of being a genuinely un-touristed place. Since the airport opened in 2016, arrivals to the island have grown year on year. In fact, before the coronavirus crisis stopped scheduled arrivals, more than 23,000 pas… read more
Nigeria started welcoming back international airlines on the weekend. After six months of banning international flights, Nigeria re-opened both Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport in Abuja and Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Saturday. Already, airlines are lining up to fly back into the count… read more
The capital city of Windhoek is often overlooked by travellers in their rush to Namibia’s dunes and game parks, but the bustling, lively metropolis has much to offer in the way of a walkable game reserve, a vibrant township culture, and a laid-back, yet distinctly German feel.
Windhoek boasts an interesting mix of traditional… read more
“Increased air transport digitalisation promotes critical efficiencies and capabilities which improve our sector’s capabilities as a catalyst for socio-economic and sustainability benefits,” Dr Liu (above) stated. “This is especially relevant given that ICAO-compliant air services and international connectivity are already improving glo… read more
The four times weekly service to Africa’s largest city will be operated by Qatar Airways’ Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are delighted to resume flights to Lagos and further expand our network in Africa. We know the Nigerian diaspora is spread across the globe and we are thankfu… read more
Overwhelmed like all airlines in the world, by the drastic drop in demand for passenger flights, Proflight is turning to freight to stay the course. To do this, the main Zambian company launched on September 1, a cargo route Lusaka - Johannesburg. The transport of goods between the Zambian capital and the South African city is done… read more
No need of quarantinec for arriving passengers
SAA Airbus A340 in New Zealand?
Regional borders may open soon to help boost tourism
Namibia stops enforcing mandatory quarantine for arrivals
Over 23,000 Passengers Have Flown To St Helena So Far
Which international Airlines are resuming flights?
ICAO sees digital innovations helping aviation rebuild and aid sustainability
Qatar Airways resumes Lagos operations
Proflight Zambia opens all-cargo line to South Africa
