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More than two decades after the collapse of one of Africa's most iconic national carriers, the Nigerian federal government has finally released a landmark N18 billion (approximately US\$13.56 million) in severance benefits to 2,700 former employees of the defunct Nigeria Airways. The long-awaited payment, announ… read more
The Indian Ocean's aviation map could soon receive another significant boost, as Italian leisure carrier Neos has entered formal discussions with Seychelles authorities to launch direct services between Italy and the archipelago. The talks, revealed in a statement issued by the Seychelles Ministry of Transport, Ports and… read more
Zimbabwe's national carrier Air Zimbabwe could soon find itself at the centre of one of the most intriguing capital-raising conversations in African aviation, following a bold suggestion by the country's securities regulator that the airline be listed on the stock market. The proposal, floated by the Securities and Excha… read more
For decades, Namibia has captured the imagination of international travellers through the sheer drama of its landscapes: the towering red dunes of the Namib Desert, the wildlife-rich plains of Etosha, the haunting Skeleton Coast and the endless horizons that define much of its wilderness. Now, the country is quietly opening a new chapter in its … read more
Nigeria's airline operators have offered a candid and detailed explanation for the persistently high rate of flight delays and cancellations plaguing the country's domestic aviation market, pointing squarely at airport congestion, inadequate infrastructure, adverse weather and technical challenges as the principal culprits. The … read more
The much-anticipated return of Fastjet Mozambique to the country's domestic aviation market has hit fresh turbulence, with no confirmed launch date, no published timetable and no operational certainty as the second half of 2026 draws to a close. For the African travel trade, the delay is a timely reminder that even well-publicis… read more
Almost nine months after Mozambique was battered by devastating floods and two tropical cyclones, the country's tourism landscape is emerging in far better shape than early-year headlines might have suggested. For the African travel trade, the essential message is clear: Mozambique is not in a nationwide tourism shutdown. What m… read more
A bold new cultural initiative has emerged from Nigeria's tourism sector, promising to place African heritage, cuisine, fashion and indigenous identity on a truly global stage. The Oriki Experience, spearheaded by Geraldine Itoe, Founder of the Oriki Experience Brand and Chief Executive Officer of Novarosta Travels, is positioni… read more
Travel professionals arranging Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park itineraries later this month should take note of a series of temporary shop closures that could affect client experiences at three of the park's most important rest camps. During September 2026, the retail outlets at Nossob, Mata Mata and Twee Rivieren … read more
October traditionally marks a pivotal shift in the malaria landscape across Southern Africa, and October 2026 is no exception. As temperatures climb and the first rains begin to fall across large parts of the region, mosquito activity typically rises, making it a critical time for the travel trade to sharpen its guidance to clients. For agencies… read more
Nigeria Finally Settles N18bn Severance for 2,700 Former Nigeria Airways Workers After 20 Years
Neos and Air Seychelles Eye New Italy–Indian Ocean Partnership in Tourism Boost
Air Zimbabwe Listing Idea Takes Flight as Regulator Eyes Bourse to Fund Tourism Growth
Namibia Turns to Gastronomy as Powerful New Chapter in Its Tourism Story
Fastjet Mozambique: What travellers need to know about the planned 2026 relaunch
Mozambique Rebounds: Where the Country Stands for the Trade After 2026 Floods and Cyclones
Oriki Experience Targets Guinness World Record to Celebrate Africa's Cultural Excellence
Kgalagadi Shop Closures Alert: What September 2026 Stocktakes Mean for Safari Planning
Southern Africa Malaria Alert: What October 2026 Means for Safari and Beach Bookings
