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A
fresh chapter may be opening for Uganda's tourism industry as the
country's newly appointed State Minister for Tourism,
Susan Nakawuki Nsaambu, has presented an ambitious agenda
designed to elevate the Pearl of Africa's standing in the competitive
global travel marketplace. The strategy touches on marketing,
infras… read more
The
national carrier of Tunisia is taking decisive steps to address
temporary fleet constraints by introducing a Boeing 787-9
Dreamliner through a wet lease arrangement with Italian
operator Neos. This strategic move signals a broader effort by
Tunisair to enhance its long-haul service
capabilities w… read more
The
West African nation of Benin has made a significant move that could
reshape its approach to tourism development and economic growth.
Olushegun Adjadi Bakari has taken the helm
of a newly structured ministry that combines tourism, foreign trade,
industry, and the promotion of private investment into a single
admin… read more
United
Nigeria Airlines is launching an innovative promotional
campaign in partnership with technology giant Samsung
Electronics, offering passengers the chance to win brand-new smartphones
while traveling between Lagos and Abuja. The initiative represents a
creative approach to customer engagement that travel professi… read more
Several
months after devastating floods disrupted large portions of the
country, Mozambique's tourism sector is demonstrating
remarkable resilience as coastal destinations reopen and
international visitors return ahead of the southern African winter
season. For travel professionals across sub-Saharan Africa,
understa… read more
Tanzania
is executing one of Africa's most ambitious railway transformation
programmes, with the Ministry of Transport allocating TSh
2.872 trillion for the 2026/27 financial year to
accelerate construction, rehabilitation and modernization across
multiple rail networks. For travel professionals operating within East
… read more
Nigeria's
meteorological authority is pursuing international collaboration to
enhance weather forecasting capabilities, with particular
emphasis on aviation safety and artificial intelligence applications.
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency held strategic discussions with
Singapore's Meteorological Service during Ecosp… read more
Kenya
has set an ambitious target of attracting 300,000 tourists from
neighboring Uganda in 2026, representing a significant 27
percent increase in arrivals from its East African partner. This
bullish projection rests squarely on enhanced air connectivity between
the two nations, signaling a strategic pivot toward intr… read more
Travellers
planning coastal escapes to KwaZulu-Natal have received welcome
reassurance as the latest water quality results confirm
that the vast majority of Durban's monitored bathing beaches meet
national safety standards and remain open for swimming and surfing. The
eThekwini Municipality released updated test result… read more
One of Uganda's most historically significant traditional kingdoms has made a direct appeal for European Union support to help unlock the tourism potential of a region rich in cultural heritage, natural landscapes, and untapped visitor attractions. The Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom, through its Prime Minister Andrew Byakutaga, has outl… read more
Uganda's New Tourism Chief Unveils Bold Strategy to Capture Global Market Share
Tunisair Strengthens Long-Haul Network with Boeing 787-9 Widebody Addition
Benin Appoints Finance Expert to Lead New Super-Ministry Covering Tourism and Investment
United Nigeria Airlines Partners with Samsung to Reward Passengers with Smartphones
Mozambique Tourism Rebounds as Coastal Destinations Welcome Visitors After Floods
Tanzania Allocates TSh 2.8 Trillion for Railways as SGR Reshapes Regional Travel
Nigeria's Weather Agency Partners With Singapore to Advance Aviation Forecasting
Kenya Targets 300,000 Ugandan Visitors as Air Connectivity Drives Regional Growth
Durban Delivers Good News as 22 Beaches Pass Water Safety Tests Ahead of Peak Season
Uganda's Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom Seeks European Partnership to Develop Tourism Assets
