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US Visa Rules Shift: Agent Toolkit
New US visa restrictions are impacting African travel, prompting agents to adapt their strategies. Seven African nations face a full travel ban, while three others have partial restrictions, creating challenges for US-bound travel.
The full ban affects nationals of Chad, the Republic o… read more
Tanzania SGR: Transforming East African Rail Travel
Tanzania is making significant strides in revolutionizing East African rail travel with its Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). Since its launch in June 2024, the SGR has become a cornerstone of the country's transport infrastructure, carrying over 2.3 million passengers an… read more
Zambia: EU-backed Rail to Boost Tourism Circuits
A major infrastructure push by the European Union is set to transform Zambia’s travel landscape, opening up exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. The EU’s renewed commitment to revitalizing Zambia Railways, along with key border facilities, promises to significantly enh… read more
Rwanda Paves the Way for East African Travel Boom with Ambitious Infrastructure Projects
Rwanda’s commitment to enhancing its transport network is set to unlock significant opportunities for travel professionals across Africa. The Rwanda Transport Development Agency (RTDA), with support from key financial partners, has launched two groundbreaking initiatives: the Kigali Urban Transpo… read more
Kenya Leverages WRC Safari Rally to Boost Regional Tourism
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) has ramped up its efforts to attract motorsports enthusiasts from across East Africa as the region gears up for the highly anticipated WRC Safari Rally, set to take place from March 20 to 23, 2025. The rally, hosted in Naivasha, has become a key tourism driver, showcasing … read more
Tanzania Railways Conducts Awareness Campaign for SGR Communities
The Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC) is carrying out an extensive awareness and sensitisation campaign in villages along the Uvinza–Malagarasi–Musongati section of the ongoing Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) project. Throughout March 2025, the campaign focuses on preparing and educating communities aff… read more
Brussels Airlines Honors 100 Years of Aviation Ties with Africa
February 12, 2025, marks a century since the first-ever flight connecting Belgium and Africa—a historic milestone that continues to resonate within the aviation industry and beyond. On that day in 1925, three pioneering Belgian aviators—navigator Edmond Thieffry, pilot Léopold Roger, and engineer Jef de Bruycker—embarked on an ambitious … read more
Tanzania-Burundi Railway to Transform Trade and Travel in East Africa
The ambitious Tanzania-Burundi Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) project is set to redefine regional connectivity and economic integration in East Africa. This electrified railway, spanning 282 kilometers, will link Uvinza in western Tanzania to Gitega, the capital of Burundi, via the border town of Musongati. With a total … read more
Tanzania-Burundi Railway: A New Frontier for African Travel and Tourism
The upcoming Tanzania-Burundi railway is set to revolutionize travel and trade in East Africa, offering exciting opportunities for African travel agents. Spanning 282 kilometers, this Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) will connect Uvinza in Tanzania to Musongati in Burundi, creating a vital link for both to… read more
Tanzania and Burundi Partner on SGR Project: Boosting Regional Connectivity
Significant news for East African infrastructure development!
The Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC) has signed a contract for the construction of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) segments 7 and 8, connecting Uvinza in Tanzania to Musongati in Burundi. This 282-kilometer project, including 240 km of the main … read more
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