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Brussels
Airlines is set to make a significant mark on the African aviation
landscape with the launch of a new direct service to
Kilimanjaro International Airport in
Tanzania, commencing June 3, 2026. This move not only strengthens the
airline’s commitment to the continent but also opens up fresh
opportunities for th… read more
A
major step toward East Africa’s economic integration was marked on
August 16, 2025, when the President of Burundi, H.E.
Évariste Ndayishimiye, and the Prime
Minister of Tanzania, H.E. Kassim Majaliwa, jointly laid
the foundation stone for the transformative
Uvinza–Musongati Standard Gauge R… read more
The
recent groundbreaking of the Uvinza-Musongati standard
gauge railway marks a transformative moment for East
Africa’s transport landscape. On August 16, a high-profile ceremony in
Burundi’s Burunga province brought together President Évariste
Ndayishimiye of Burundi and Tanzanian Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa,
un… read more
The
United States has unveiled a controversial 12-month pilot
program requiring visa bonds of up to \$15,000 for
business and tourist travelers from select African nations, creating
unprecedented barriers that could devastate the continent's travel
industry. Starting August 20, 2025, nationals from countries i… read more
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 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
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’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
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
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 Expands African Reach with New Kilimanjaro Route and Network Upgrades
Burundi and Tanzania Launch Uvinza–Musongati SGR to Transform Regional Logistics and Trade
New Tanzania-Burundi Railway Promises Faster Cargo, Cheaper Logistics, and Regional Growth
US Visa Bond Scheme Threatens African Tourism Revenue by $98 Million Annually
Zambia: EU-backed Rail to Boost Tourism Circuits
Rwanda Paves the Way for East African Travel Boom with Ambitious Infrastructure Projects
Kenya Leverages WRC Safari Rally to Boost Regional Tourism
