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South
Africa’s tourism sector is set for a major boost as
Johannesburg and Durban have been confirmed
as the host cities for Africa’s two flagship tourism trade
shows—Meetings Africa and
Africa’s Travel Indaba (ATI)—for the next
five years, starting in 2026. This decision, following … read more
The momentum surrounding the
revival of the TAZARA railway and the
ambitious plans for the Southern Railway corridor
(Mtwara–Mbamba Bay) is gathering pace, with top political
leaders emphasizing their transformative potential for Tanzania’s
Southern Highlands and adjoining regions. According to CCM
V… read more
In
a move poised to reshape the landscape of West and
Central African air connectivity, Air
Sénégal and Fly Gabon are
preparing to sign a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The
upcoming agreement is designed to foster deep collaboration across
multiple operational domai… read more
At
the heart of this year’s Akwaaba African Travel Market in Lagos, the
Federal Government of Nigeria has once again underlined its resolve to
make domestic tourism the cornerstone of a
resilient and sustainable African travel industry. Dr. Mukhtar Muhammad,
Permanent Secretary for the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture… read more
flydubai
has announced a significant expansion of its East African operations,
unveiling new flights to Nairobi International Airport
(NBO) in Kenya, set to commence from 15
October 2025. The new route will operate four times a
week—on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays—from
Terminal 3… read more
Emirates
has marked a new chapter in its African operations by introducing its
fully retrofitted Boeing 777 aircraft to
both Cape Town and
Johannesburg, making these cities the first
in Africa to experience the airline’s next-generation cabins and the
much-anticipated Premium… read more
In
a landmark development for Zambia’s domestic aviation landscape,
Proflight Zambia is poised to introduce
scheduled jet flights on the Lusaka–Kasama
route using a 50-seat Bombardier CRJ-200. This bold move,
set for late September 2025, marks the first time an aircraft of this
size will regularly se… read more
In
today’s digital-first travel marketplace, an optimized
Google Business Profile (GBP) is a
strategic asset for any African travel business aiming to stand out and
capture new bookings. As Google’s main platform for displaying travel
agencies in maps and local search results, GBP has become indispensable
for increas… read more
The
United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially included Uganda in its 2026
visa ban list, a move that will prevent Ugandan nationals from obtaining
tourist and work visas to the Gulf state. This restriction is part of a
broader policy affecting nine countries, including Afghanistan, Libya,
Yemen, Somalia, Lebanon, Bangladesh, Cameroon, … read more
Etihad
Airways is set to expand its Middle Eastern network with the
introduction of direct flights from Abu Dhabi to
Damascus, starting June 2026. This strategic move will
see four weekly services operated by Airbus A320 aircraft, offering a
total of 8 Business Class seats and 150 Economy
seats per f… read more
Johannesburg and Durban Secure Africa’s Top Tourism Trade Shows Through 2030
Tanzania’s Southern Rail Projects Set to Transform Regional Connectivity and Economic Prospects
Air Sénégal and Fly Gabon Set to Transform Regional Aviation with Strategic Cooperation
Nigeria Champions Domestic Tourism as Catalyst for Africa’s Travel Renaissance
flydubai: new flights to Nairobi, increased frequencies to Mombasa
Emirates Debuts Refurbished Boeing 777 with Premium Economy on South African Routes
Proflight Zambia Launches First-Ever Jet Service to Kasama, Boosting Northern Circuit Tourism
Mastering Google Business Profile: The Essential Digital Toolkit for Africa’s Travel Sector
UAE’s 2026 Visa Ban on Ugandans Raises Alarms Over Labor, Business, and Tourism Impact
Etihad to Launch Direct Abu Dhabi–Damascus Flights, Expanding Middle East Connections
