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In
a landmark moment for African wildlife conservation,
critically endangered black rhinos have
returned to Zimbabwe's Matusadona National
Park for the first time in over thirty years. The
reintroduction marks one of the country's most significant conservation
achievements in recent memory and signal… read more
Cape
Town is poised to take centre stage in Azamara
Cruises' ambitious 2028 deployment, with South Africa
featuring prominently in the line's flagship 175-night
world cruise as well as a portfolio of extended regional
voyages built around immersive, destination-rich experiences. The
development marks… read more
Qatar Airways has unveiled an
ambitious expansion across its African network, signalling renewed
confidence in the continent's aviation potential and offering fresh
opportunities for tourism stakeholders across sub-Saharan Africa. The
airline's latest schedule adjustments, set to roll out from mid-June
through early July, will s… read more
The
recent decision by Badr Airlines to launch
direct flights between Port Sudan and
Asmara represents a significant moment for African
aviation, particularly given Eritrea's long-standing reputation as one
of the continent's most tightly controlled and limited air transport
markets. The new service … read more
African
travel professionals packaging South African itineraries should take
immediate note of multiple temporary closures affecting
CapeNature reserves across the Western Cape province.
Severe winter weather conditions including heavy rainfall, flooding and
saturated ground have prompted conservation authorities to im… read more
The
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority is preparing to
host what will be its inaugural annual general meeting, marking a
significant turning point for an institution that has long grappled with
administrative difficulties. Scheduled for June 17,
2026, this gathering represents a fresh chapter in the
country'… read more
Air
connectivity between southern Africa and the European
continent has received a significant boost following the
commencement of direct scheduled services linking Namibia's capital with
Switzerland's largest city. The new route represents an important
development for travel professionals across the region, opening fr… read more
One
of Uganda's most celebrated hip-hop
artists has emerged as an unexpected ambassador for a
relatively unknown corner of the East African nation. The musician,
widely recognised across the continent for his influential contributions
to the regional music scene, recently spent several days exploring
Adjumani… read more
Juliana
Kagwa, Chief Executive Officer of the
Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), has issued a
compelling call to action for tourism stakeholders across the region.
Following the conclusion of the Pearl of Africa Tourism
Expo (POATE) 2026, she is urging industry players to
transform the rela… read more
Kenya
Airways, the East African nation's flag carrier, has
formally expressed concern over proposed legislation that it believes
could negatively impact its ability to maintain aircraft and keep
flights running on schedule. The airline recently addressed members of
Parliament regarding the
St… read more
Black Rhinos Make Historic Return to Zimbabwe's Matusadona After Three Decades
Cape Town Anchors Azamara's 175-Night 2028 World Cruise as Africa Gains Luxury Spotlight
Qatar Airways Expands African Network with New Routes, Boosted Frequencies and Port Sudan Launch
Badr Airlines Opens New Port Sudan–Asmara Link, Boosting Connectivity in the Horn of Africa
Winter Storms Force Temporary Closures at Popular Western Cape Nature Reserves
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority Announces Historic First AGM Amid Major Governance Reforms
Swiss Carrier Edelweiss Opens New Gateway Between Namibia and Europe
Hip-Hop Star Navio Pledges to Promote Uganda's Ma'di Sub-Region After Scenic Visit
Uganda Tourism Chief Urges Industry to Transform POATE Connections Into Real Business
Kenya Airways Raises Alarm Over Bill That Could Delay Aircraft Maintenance
