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The
Government of Ghana has formally advised
its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to South Africa, citing
growing concerns over what it described as escalating xenophobic attacks
targeting African nationals. The advisory, issued in Accra on 1 June
2026, marks a significant diplomatic development with potentially … read more
African
travel professionals seeking to sharpen their competitive edge in the
rapidly evolving business events sector will have a significant
opportunity later this month when the 9th Africa Business
Tourism and MICE Masterclass takes place in Johannesburg.
Scheduled for 25 to 26 June 2026 at the BDO Offices in Wandere… read more
Mauritius
has secured a significant boost to its continental connectivity with
the announcement that Ethiopian Airlines
will commence direct services to the Indian Ocean island nation next
month. Africa's largest carrier confirmed that thrice-weekly flights
between Addis Ababa and Port Louis will begin… read more
South
African Tourism has taken decisive steps to address
growing concerns among African travellers following a wave of booking
cancellations triggered by recent civil unrest and isolated incidents
affecting foreign nationals in certain parts of the country. The
national tourism body issued a formal statement on 28 May… read more
The
Kenyan capital recently played host to a landmark celebration as
Triply, the travel technology company that
has been quietly reshaping how African travel businesses operate,
gathered industry leaders for its first-ever Gala Dinner and Awards
Ceremony. The evening marked not only the firm's fifth anniversary but
a… read more
Cameroon
has taken a decisive step toward modernising its railway sector by
launching a search for a specialist consultant to update the country's
National Railway Master Plan. The initiative, driven by the Ministry of
Transport through the Regional Project for the Improvement
of the Performance of the Douala–N… read more
The
Central African aviation landscape continues to evolve as regional
carriers navigate the complex balance between aircraft capacity,
operational costs, and market realities. Recent developments surrounding
Fly Gabon's fleet adjustments have sparked
renewed discussion among industry observers about how African airlin… read more
South
Africa's business events sector is entering a dynamic
new chapter marked by strategic decentralisation, sustainability
initiatives, and preparations for major sporting events that promise to
draw significant international attention. These insights emerged from
discussions at the recent IMEX Frankfurt… read more
Tintswalo has announced a premium partnership with Lexus South Africa
premised on the shared belief in craftsmanship, sensory design and meaningful
human connection. The collaboration introduces a curated series of luxury
lifestyle and travel experiences designed to move guests emotionally,
culturally and experientially - blending Tintswalo’… read more
Angola's
national carrier is preparing to reconnect Luanda with mainland
China, marking a significant milestone in Africa-Asia
aviation. TAAG Linhas Aereas de Angola has confirmed plans to launch
services on this strategic long-haul corridor during 2026, reviving a
route that was suspended following the global health c… read more
Ghana Issues Travel Advisory Against South Africa Amid Rising Xenophobic Incidents
MICE Industry Leaders to Gather in Johannesburg for Flagship Continental Masterclass
Ethiopian Airlines Launches Mauritius Route, Unlocking Vast African Network for Island Nation
South Africa Moves to Restore Confidence After Booking Cancellations Hit Tourism Sector
Triply Celebrates Five Years of Innovation with Inaugural Awards Ceremony in Nairobi
Cameroon Seeks Consultant to Reshape Railway Future Along Strategic Central African Corridor
Strategic Fleet Decisions Shape the Future of Central African Air Connectivity
Tintswalo and Lexus South Africa announce luxury collaboration
TAAG Angola Airlines Set to Restore Vital China Connection This Year
