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In a significant development for the Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA), it has been revealed that a Chinese concessionaire is poised to take control of the railway as early as the first quarter of 2024. The announcement came from Frank Tayali, the Zambian Minister of Transport and Logistics, who accompanied President Hakainde Hic… read more
Belgium’s national carrier, Brussels Airlines, is enhancing its
service to East Africa by launching flights to Nairobi, Kenya, and
increasing frequencies to Kigali, Rwanda, starting in June 2024. The
airline remains committed to growing its network in Sub-Saharan Africa,
its most important market.
The new destinatio… read more
African Parks has purchased the world’s largest captive rhino breeding operation in a bid to rescue and rewild the rhino to safe and well-managed protected areas across Africa.
Johannesburg, South Africa, 04 September 2023 African Parks, a conservation NGO that manages 22 protected areas in partnership with 12 governments across Afr… read more
Besides achieving Universal Healthcare Coverage for all citizens, Rwanda has an ambitious target of becoming a medical tourism hub where people from various parts of the continent and the world can access advanced healthcare services and training.
In line with this, the country is undertaking several efforts to develop its healthcar… read more
The cost of intra-Africa travel has been a subject of much debate in recent years, with tourism professionals suggesting it is holding back the immense potential of Africa as a tourism destination.
As the BBC recently reported, flying from Berlin, the capital of Germany, to Istanbul, Turkey's largest city, might cost you around $150 for a … read more
Dr Ibrahim Mohammed Awal, has called on African Tourism Ministers to pursue sustainable tourism practices to protect the environment and ensure communities benefit from the tourism diffident.
He made the call when Ghana was elected to the United Nations World Tourism Organization(UNWTO) Executive Council in Mauritius last Thu… read more
The Conference on Rethinking Africa: Rethinking Tourism for Africa:
Addressing global challenges; Promoting investment and partnerships
brought expert African perspectives to global challenges, highlighting
the need of investments towards a greener tourism sector and access to
finance within the sector and the need to further strengthen … read more
Africa’s tourism industry has exhibited a remarkable resurgence
following the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The region has seen a
positive upswing in tourism activities, possibly spurred by governments
recognising the vital role of the tourism sector in economic revival.
From the formulation of comprehensive tourism maste… read more
The Conference on Rethinking Africa: Rethinking Tourism for Africa: Addressing global challenges; Promoting investment and partnerships
brought expert African perspectives to global challenges, highlighting
the need of investments towards a greener tourism sector and access to
finance within the sector and the need to furt… read more
The highly anticipated annual Africa Showcase roadshow is set to
return this September, offering an exceptional opportunity for travel
industry professionals to connect with an extensive array of leading
African suppliers. With an impressive lineup of African experiences and
properties, the event promises a dynamic blend of networking,
… read more
Chinese concessionaire to run TAZARA Railway in 2024
Brussels Airlines launches Nairobi flights
2,000 Southern White Rhino to be released into the wild over bext 10 years
Unpacking Rwanda's plan to become a Medical Tourism Hub
Are high airfares grounding intra-Africa tourism?
Tourism minister urges colleagues African tourism ministers to practice sustainable tourism
