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Moremi
Game Reserve, one of Africa's most treasured wildlife
sanctuaries, has officially welcomed visitors back following a period of
closure due to severe weather conditions. The Department
of Wildlife and National Parks, which operates under
Botswana's Ministry of Environment and Tourism, announced t… read more
Travel
professionals across sub-Saharan Africa should mark their calendars for
one of the region's most significant tourism trade events this year.
The Zambia Tourism Expo, widely known as ZATEX
2026, will take place from 4 to 6 June
2026 at the prestigious Mulungushi International
Conference Centre … read more
The
African safari market continues to demonstrate resilience and evolution,
with South Africa, Kenya and Tanzania maintaining their
dominant position as the most sought-after destinations
for wildlife tourism. Fresh industry analysis reveals that these three
nations collectively attracted nearly two-thirds of all safa… read more
A
transformative cross-border railway connecting Botswana and
Zambia has moved closer to realisation following a Joint
Steering Committee meeting held in Kasane, Botswana on 1 April 2026. The
Mosetse–Kazungula–Livingstone Rail Project represents a significant
infrastructure initiative that promises to reshape regional … read more
The
Africa Tourism Investment Conference returns to Cape Town on 14 April
2026, offering tourism and investment professionals from
across the continent a rare opportunity to engage directly with the
decision-makers shaping the future of African travel. Hosted at the Cape
Town International Convention Centre as part of … read more
European
carrier Condor is strengthening its
presence on the South African market by adding an extra weekly rotation
between Frankfurt and Johannesburg. From mid-May 2026, the German
airline will operate four flights per week
on this route, up from the previous three, delivering improved
connectivity… read more
One
of Southern Africa's most celebrated wilderness destinations is
undergoing a series of infrastructure
improvements that promise to enhance the visitor
experience for safari enthusiasts and self-drive travellers alike. The
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, which
straddles the border between South Afri… read more
The
Okavango Delta in Botswana is entering a
remarkable phase as May ushers in what experts anticipate will be one of
the most impressive flood seasons in recent memory. For travel
professionals across sub-Saharan Africa, this presents both exciting
opportunities and practical considerations worth communicating to
cl… read more
In
a significant development for safari operators and travel professionals
across the continent, Botswana has officially postponed
the implementation of revised tourism user fees that were
scheduled to take effect from 1 April 2026. The decision, confirmed by
the Ministry of Environment and Tourism on 31 March 2026, fo… read more
Self-drive
safari travellers heading to one of Southern Africa's most spectacular
wilderness destinations face temporary fuel restrictions that require
careful planning before departure. South African National
Parks has confirmed that ongoing supply disruptions are
affecting diesel availability at filling stations with… read more