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Nabeela
Farida Tunis, Sierra Leone's Minister of Tourism and
Cultural Affairs, has secured a prominent position among the world's
most influential place branding leaders for 2026. Her inclusion in this
year's cohort of twelve distinguished practitioners, policymakers and
researchers marks a significant achievement for … read more
Air
Sierra Leone has suspended all commercial operations
following the sudden collapse of its aircraft provider, leaving the West
African nation without its recently restored air link to the United
Kingdom. The development represents a significant setback for a carrier
that had only days earlier celebrated the resumpti… read more
The
journalists, photographers and content creators who bring African
travel narratives to worldwide audiences have been recognised at a
prestigious ceremony held during the continent's premier travel trade
gathering. The 2026 edition of the awards
programme attracted unprecedented interest, with more
than 17… read more
Sierra
Leone has embarked on an ambitious initiative to reshape how its
tourism sector is portrayed both domestically and
internationally by investing in the professional development of female
media practitioners. A comprehensive two-day workshop recently concluded
in Freetown, bringing together journalists, bloggers, … read more
Air
Sénégal S.A has confirmed plans to reinstate flights to Freetown,
Sierra Leone, as part of a broader network enhancement
strategy set to take effect from July 2026. The Senegalese national
carrier's return to the Sierra Leonean capital comes after a period of
service suspension and represents a significant boost fo… read more
Air
Peace, Nigeria's largest airline, has officially
launched an expanded schedule of regional flights across West Africa,
with the new services taking effect from the first day of April 2026.
This strategic expansion underscores the carrier's dedication to
improving air connectivity throughout the sub-region while sup… read more
The
International Air Transport Association
has confirmed that its flagship continental gathering will return to the
Ethiopian capital at the end of April, bringing together senior
aviation leaders to chart the next phase of African air transport
development. The 2026 edition of the IATA Focus Africa
Conferen… read more
Senegal's
national carrier is positioning itself for significant regional
growth with plans to restore services to Sierra Leone's
capital and enhance frequencies across several strategic West African
routes. The developments, scheduled for implementation from July 2026,
signal renewed confidence in the airline's operat… read more
In
a significant boost to West Africa-UK air connectivity,
Air Sierra Leone has announced the launch
of a new direct service linking Banjul, The
Gambia, to London Gatwick.
Scheduled to commence on February 15, 2026, this route marks a milestone
in strengthening trade, tourism, and in… read more
For many travelers within Africa, the prospect of crossing
borders often conjures images of long embassy queues, hefty visa fees,
and complex paperwork. However, for holders of the
Nigerian passport, a growing number of
African destinations offer visa-free access, significantly simplifying
regional journeys and opening… read more