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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
African tour operators can look forward to more seamless cross-border expeditions as Kenya
embarks on a new directive allowing citizens from nearly all African
countries to visit without obtaining prior authorisation. This change
effectively removes the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) process for tra… read more
Kenya and Angola have announced a collaborative effort to ensure the resumption of direct flights from Kenya Airways to Luanda, Angola, starting in March of this year.
This positive development was revealed following a significant meeting between P… read more
Carnival Calabar has once again proven itself as Africa's largest street celebration.
This year's event, which took place in 2024, showcased an impressive
turnout of both residents and visitors, with more enthusiastic
participants on the streets, enhanced entertainment offerings,
significant government involvement, and i… read more
On
Friday, Ghana’s outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo made a historic
announcement regarding visa-free travel for all African passport
holders, effective from the start of this year. This significant move is
seen as a vital step toward achieving greater economic integration
across the continent.
The
announcement was made during… read more
As
Africa’s tourism sector approaches 2025, it is set for a robust
recovery following recent challenges. The latest World Tourism Barometer
from UN Tourism anticipates a full global tourism recovery by December
2024, despite various economic, geopolitical, and climate hurdles. This
marks a pivotal moment for Africa, a continent rich in… read more
Despite
possessing a wealth of tourism potential, Ethiopia has yet to fully
capitalize on its resources due to challenges such as insufficient
infrastructure and subpar site management.
Acknowledging the significant
economic advantages that the tourism industry can bring, the Ethiopian
government has been making considerable inve… read more
The adoption of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM)
by African governments and airlines is poised to act as a significant
catalyst for the growth of the aviation industry across the continent,
while also enhancing its contributions to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Capt. Edward Boyo… read more
Turkish
Airlines, a member of the Star Alliance, is set to resume flights to
Benghazi, Libya, after a hiatus of more than a decade. The airline plans
to introduce a new route connecting Istanbul Airport and Benina
International Airport, starting on January 14, 2025.
The service will
operate three times per week, on Tuesday… read more
Air
Tanzania has been added to the EU Air Safety List, banning the airline
from operating within European airspace due to safety concerns
identified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
This decision, announced on December 16, 2024, follows the rejection of
Air Tanzania's application for Third Co… read more
Tanzania and Burundi Partner on SGR Project: Boosting Regional Connectivity
Kenya Eases Entry Rules for Africans, Aims for Greater Regional Travel Flow
Kenya and Angola Collaborate to Resume Direct Flights and Strengthen Diplomatic Relations
Carnival Calabar 2024: A Celebration of Unity and Prosperity
Ghana's Outgoing President Announces Visa-Free Entry For African Passport Holders
Ethiopia's Tourism Sector on the Rise: Infrastructure Investments and Global Recognition
TL back into Benghazi
Air Tanzania Faces EU Ban, Urgent Action Required to Regain Certification
