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The
Virunga Massif, a biodiversity hotspot
spanning Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of
Congo (DRC), offers immense potential for sustainable
tourism development. The Red Rocks Initiative for
Sustainable Development, a Rwandan grassroots
organization, is playing a key rol… read more
Mwant
Jet, the Kinshasa-based airline, is poised
to relaunch domestic operations after regaining its
AOC (Air Operator Certificate). This marks a
significant comeback following a two-year suspension brought on by
financial hurdles and shareholder disputes. The airline, now under the
sole ownership of Michael … read more
Angolan
airline Bestfly has significantly enhanced its regional fleet with the
addition of an Embraer E175, marking a strategic move to bolster
connectivity within Africa. This 14-year-old aircraft, formerly operated
by British airline Flybe, joins Bestfly’s existing fleet, which
includes an Embraer E190 currently under ACMI lease in C… read more
A new era of enhanced connectivity is on the
horizon for Southern Africa as Air Congo prepares to
launch direct flights between Kinshasa and Lusaka.
This landmark development, commended by Zambia’s Transport and
Logistics Minister, Frank Tayali, promises to reshape the
region’s aviation landscape and unlock … read more
Accra’s nightlife has taken on a
new dimension with the launch of “Accra by Night,” a unique tour
designed to showcase the city’s cultural richness and vibrant after-dark
scene. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ghana Tourism
Development Company (GTDC), aims to attract both domestic
and international… read more
The First World Music and Tourism
Festival, set to hit Kinshasa from July
16th to 18th, 2025, is more than just a celebration of
music; it's a golden opportunity for African travel agents to tap into
the Democratic Republic of Congo’s
burgeoning tourism sector. Under the High Patronag… read more
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is charting a new course
for its aviation sector, re-engaging with the Cape Town
Convention to stimulate growth and attract investment.
This renewed commitment signals a strategic shift towards international
best practices, promising significant benefits for both domestic
airlines… 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
African travel professionals should be aware of
significant changes in Congo's aviation landscape. Congo Airways has
ceased operations, while the new Air Congo SA, partnered with Ethiopian
Airlines, prepares to take flight. This shift presents both challenges
and opportunities for the African travel market.
The Democratic … read more
A major tourism education summit
recently concluded in Lusaka, Zambia,
igniting a renewed focus on workforce
development and its potential to transform
Africa’s travel industry. The
3rd Travel, Hospitality & Tourism Education
Summit, held from Ap… read more