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Air
Mauritius is navigating a significant financial
crisis, marked by substantial losses and governance
challenges. The airline is actively seeking strategic
investment from Indian companies, coupled with increased
flight connections to Port Louis, as part of a
comprehensive turnaround plan. This initiativ… read more
The
2025/26 cruise season promises to be a
game-changer for Cape Town, with a record
22 ships making 89 calls. This surge in
maritime activity positions the city as a premier cruise
hub, opening up exciting opportunities for African travel
agents to tap into a burgeo… read more
Veteran
aviation executive Andre Viljoen is set to return as CEO of Air
Mauritius on October 15, 2025. This marks a significant moment for the
airline, which is currently navigating a turbulent period. Viljoen’s
previous tenure at Air Mauritius, from 2009 to 2015, saw him
successfully steer the company back to profitability with… read more
The
South African cruise market is booming,
evolving into a dynamic hub for both embarkation and destination
cruises. This shift presents exciting opportunities for travel agents to
cater to the evolving demands of South African travelers.
Cape
Town and Durban are experiencing a surge in cruise s… read more
Emirates
Airlines has reaffirmed its commitment to Mauritius, announcing a major
expansion of its 23-year strategic
partnership and a substantial \$900 million
investment in the island nation's tourism sector. This
move underscores the airline's confidence in Mauritius as a prime travel
destin… read more
South
African Airways (SAA) has unveiled ambitious plans to expand
its route network, creating exciting new opportunities for
travel agents across Africa. The announcement, made
by SAA’s Interim Chief Commercial Officer, Tebogo
Tsimane, at Africa’s Travel Indaba in
Durban, signals a strategic move to soli… read more
Oceania
Cruises is set to launch a unique Indian Ocean
itinerary departing from Cape
Town this festive season, offering a lucrative
opportunity for African travel agents. The
24-day "Indian Ocean Opus" voyage aboard
the luxurious Oceania Sirena… read more
The
2025/26 cruise season promises unprecedented activity for
Cape Town, solidifying its position as a leading cruise
hub in Africa. With over 50 confirmed itineraries, the Mother City is
preparing for a diverse array of vessels, from luxury liners to
expedition ships, further enhancing its appeal to international cru… read more
Fastjet Zimbabwe’s latest move is set to
reshape the Southern African travel landscape, creating exciting new
avenues for travel agents across the continent. The airline has
partnered with Air Promotion Group (APG) Zambia,
appointing them as their official General Sales Agent
(GSA) in Zambia. This strate… read more
AirAsia X’s decision to suspend its Kuala Lumpur-Nairobi
service effective September 1, 2025, marks a shift in the airline’s
Africa strategy. This move, driven by
lower-than-anticipated demand, follows a
similar retreat from the Mauritius route in 2017. While this news may
raise concerns within the Afr… read more