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The
Botswana Tourism Organisation Board made a
decisive statement at this year's We Are
Africa gathering in Cape Town, using the occasion to
engage directly with the country's exhibiting tourism businesses. The
annual trade event, which commenced on May 4, provided an ideal setting
for the Board to c… read more
The
Botswana Tourism Organisation Board used
the recent We Are Africa trade event in
Cape Town to deliver a clear message to the country's tourism operators:
participation on international platforms must translate into tangible
commercial outcomes and strengthened destination positioning. This
direct… read more
The
countdown has officially begun for one of the continent's most
significant tourism gatherings, as Limpopo Province
formally launched the 8th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and
Awards on 29 April 2026 in Polokwane. This prestigious
event, scheduled to take place from 2 to 4 September
2026, will b… read more
The
ongoing disruption to global oil and refined fuel supply
chains stemming from the Middle East conflict has begun
exerting significant pressure on aviation markets across Southern
Africa. Travel professionals throughout the region are fielding
increased client enquiries regarding flight reliability and pricing,
ma… read more
The African
hospitality landscape is witnessing a powerful wave of
investment as one of the globe's most influential independent hotel
networks deepens its commitment to the continent.
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has unveiled
an ambitious expansion strategy that sees its African footprint grow to
… read more
Air
Botswana has announced the implementation of a
temporary fuel surcharge affecting all
ticket sales commencing from 21 April 2026. The national carrier
confirmed the measure will remain in effect until further notice,
marking a significant development for professionals selling travel
products acro… read more
A
potentially transformative model for African aviation is emerging from
Southern Africa, where Botswana and Namibia
are actively exploring the establishment of a joint national airline.
This collaborative initiative moves beyond conventional approaches to
flag carrier development, offering instead a framework built ar… read more
A
landmark decision by Zimbabwe and Zambia
promises to reshape the travel experience at one of Southern Africa's
most treasured crossings. Both nations have reached agreement to remove
heavy commercial vehicles and freight trains from the
historic Victoria Falls Bridge, redirecting
industrial traffic… read more
Proflight
Zambia has announced an exciting expansion of its
regional network with a brand new service connecting
Lusaka, Livingstone, and Maun in Botswana.
The airline will commence operations on this pioneering three-city link
on 2 May 2026, marking a significant
milestone for trave… read more
Travel
professionals booking client visits to the Kgalagadi
Transfrontier Park during the latter half of April 2026
should take note of scheduled temporary shop closures across the
reserve's main rest camps. South African National
Parks has confirmed that routine monthly stocktaking
activities will a… read more
Botswana Tourism Board Sets Clear Performance Goals for Operators at We Are Africa 2026
Limpopo Province Launches 8th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum Ahead of September Gathering
Southern Africa Airfares Surge Amid Global Fuel Crisis, But Flights Continue Normally
Preferred Hotels & Resorts Accelerates African Growth With Eleven New Luxury Properties
Air Botswana Introduces Fuel Levy as Regional Aviation Costs Continue to Climb
Victoria Falls Bridge Set for Tourism Transformation as Heavy Freight Diverts Downstream
Proflight Zambia Unveils Strategic Route Linking Zambia to Botswana's Wildlife Hub
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park Shop Closures: What Safari Planners Need to Know
