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Operators and professionals across Africa’s tourism industry
should be aware of a significant update regarding access to one of
Southern Africa’s most celebrated wilderness destinations. The
South African National Parks (SANParks) has
announced the temporary closure of the pontoon ferry at
the Sendelingsdrift b… read more
The recent jet fuel supply
disruption at Cape Town International Airport
(CPT) has been fully resolved, bringing much-needed
relief to airlines and the broader tourism sector as the holiday season
approaches. The Burgan Cape Terminal, a
critical facility for jet fuel distribution, has officially resume… read more
The Federal
Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has taken decisive
steps to reaffirm its unwavering dedication to
professionalism, transparency, and strict adherence to
statutory standards across all levels of administration
and human resources. This move comes at a crucial time for Nigeria’s
aviati… read more
The
global tourism sector has continued its robust recovery in 2025, with
international tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) rising
by 5% between January and September compared to the same
period last year, and standing 3% above the pre-pandemic benchmark of
2019. According to the latest World Tourism
Barome… read more
The
prospect of a direct EgyptAir service linking Cairo and
Dakar is gaining momentum following a pivotal meeting on
November 27, 2025, between Capt. Ahmed Adel, CEO of EgyptAir Holding
Company, and Kimoko Diakité, Senegal’s Ambassador to Egypt. This
proposed route stands to reshape connectivity between North and West … read more
The
Nigerian government has officially granted full
international status to Victor Attah Airport in Uyo, a
strategic move that signals a new era for Akwa Ibom’s burgeoning
aviation sector. This decision not only elevates the airport’s profile
within the country, but also has far-reaching implications for regional
con… read more
The Nigerian aviation industry
is undergoing a critical transformation as regulatory authorities and
market participants grapple with the complexities of
aviation insurance and aircraft finance.
The recent summit organized by the Nigeria Civil Aviation
Authority (NCAA) in Lagos has brought these challe… read more
The
final curtain at Creatives Connect Afrika
lifted the continent’s creative industries to unprecedented prominence,
with a spectacular Fashion Runway that underscored the commercial and
cultural power of African design on the international stage. The energy
in the venue was palpable as twelve outstanding designers, h… read more
The
conclusion of IBTM World 2025 marked a
milestone for the international meetings and events industry, with the
event delivering its most dynamic and commercially rewarding edition to
date. Over the course of three action-packed days, nearly
12,000 participants from every corner of
the globe conver… read more
Nigeria’s aviation landscape is
on the cusp of transformation as Pioneer
Airlines, supported by the Bayelsa State government,
takes delivery of its first ATR72-600—a
decisive step toward the launch of commercial operations. The newly
acquired aircraft, formerly operated by Afrijet Business Service,
c… read more