The
recent launch of direct flights between Dar es Salaam and
Lagos by Air Tanzania marks a pivotal moment for the
African aviation landscape, promising to reshape travel, trade, and
tourism across the continent. This strategic move, coupled with the
Tanzanian government’s commitment to review and ease visa
r… read more
The revitalisation of the
Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA)
has taken a decisive step forward, following the announcement by Zambian
President Hakainde Hichilema that negotiations for a landmark
concession agreement have been successfully concluded. Under this new
arrangement, the China Civil Engineeri… read more
The momentum surrounding the
revival of the TAZARA railway and the
ambitious plans for the Southern Railway corridor
(Mtwara–Mbamba Bay) is gathering pace, with top political
leaders emphasizing their transformative potential for Tanzania’s
Southern Highlands and adjoining regions. According to CCM
V… read more
As the anticipation for late
2025 and early 2026 escalates among adventure seekers and leisure
explorers, the latest guidance from the Thirty-First
Southern African Regional Climate Outlook Forum
(SARCOF-31) is setting the agenda for the region’s
upcoming tourism season. For Africa’s dynamic travel industry, this
for… read more
Air
Tanzania Company Limited is setting its sights on the
vibrant city of Accra, Ghana, signaling a
new chapter in East-West African connectivity. While the airline’s
latest social media teasers invite travelers to “explore the vibrant
streets of Accra,” industry observers are watching closely for offi… read more
Uganda
has officially launched the second phase of the Entebbe
International Airport expansion, marking a significant
milestone in the country’s drive to modernise its aviation
infrastructure and strengthen its position as a key gateway in East
Africa. This new phase, backed by a substantial investment of
USD… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines has reaffirmed its commitment to the Tanzanian
market by continuing its vital domestic service between
Kilimanjaro and
Zanzibar through the end of the winter
schedule. The carrier’s flight ET855 remains operational at a time when
the country’s aviation sector faces… read more
From
1 November 2025, Tanzania will implement a
new Passenger Facilitation Fee for all
foreign travellers—including Kenyans—flying in and out of the country.
This move, formalized under the VI Tax Code, marks a significant shift
in the cost structure for regional and international air travel to and
f… read more
A
major step toward East Africa’s economic integration was marked on
August 16, 2025, when the President of Burundi, H.E.
Évariste Ndayishimiye, and the Prime
Minister of Tanzania, H.E. Kassim Majaliwa, jointly laid
the foundation stone for the transformative
Uvinza–Musongati Standard Gauge R… read more
Across
Africa’s vast landscapes, national parks serve as both guardians of
biodiversity and gateways to transformative adventure. These protected
areas are not just sanctuaries for wildlife—they are living classrooms,
cultural crossroads, and economic engines for local communities. For
Africa’s travel sector, understanding the distinct… read more
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Direct Dar es Salaam-Lagos Flights Set to Transform East-West African Connectivity
Zambia and Tanzania Secure \$1.4 Billion Investment to Transform TAZARA and Regional Transport Links
Southern Africa’s 2025-2026 Climate Outlook Signals Strategic Opportunity for Sub-Saharan Operators
Entebbe Airport Expansion Enters Phase 2, Boosting Uganda’s Regional Aviation Ambitions
Ethiopian Airlines Maintains Key Kilimanjaro–Zanzibar Route Amid Tanzanian Aviation Challenges
Tanzania Introduces New Passenger Fee and Mandatory Insurance for International Travellers
Burundi and Tanzania Launch Uvinza–Musongati SGR to Transform Regional Logistics and Trade
