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In
a decisive move to tackle corruption and improve efficiency, Ugandan
President Yoweri Museveni has ordered the dismissal of 152 staff members
at Entebbe International Airport. This sweeping action aims to address
concerns about irregular recruitment
practices and allegations of bribery and
extortion… read more
African travel agents need to be aware of a
significant change in US visa policy affecting
Ugandan travelers. The validity of
non-immigrant visas for Ugandans has been drastically
reduced from a potential two years or more down to just three
months. This shift, confirmed by the US Embassy in… read more
A
massive travel scam has rocked Uganda’s
travel sector, impacting over 350
individuals and causing losses exceeding
Shs1.75 billion. The perpetrator,
Christian Asiimwe, operating under the
alias Don Chris, ran Skypins Tours and
Travel, a fraudulen… read more
New
visa restrictions imposed by the UAE on Nigerian
travelers have sent ripples of concern through the
African travel industry. These changes, which include a
ban on transit visas and tighter regulations for tourist
visas, present significant challenges for travel agents
specializing in UAE-bound tr… read more
Mogadishu
is poised to become a major player in East African aviation with its
new international airport, promising exciting opportunities for travel
agents across the continent.
Mogadishu
is embarking on a significant infrastructure project with the
construction of a new \$800 million international
airport. This… read more
Kenya
Airways’ inauguration of direct flights between
Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)
and London Gatwick marks a significant stride in
connecting Kenya with the United
Kingdom, presenting exciting new opportunities for African
travel agents. This new route expands travel options… read more
Uganda
is making a bold move to attract high-value US tourists, hosting a
delegation of influential American travel agents on a curated
familiarization trip. This strategic initiative signals exciting new
opportunities for African travel professionals seeking to tap into the
lucrative US mark… read more
The
African Travel and Tourism Association
(ATTA®) recently celebrated the winners of its second
annual ATTA® for Action Awards at
Experience Africa in London. The awards
spotlight impactful tourism initiatives across the continent, aligned
with the UN Sustainable Development… read more
Uganda's
tourism sector is experiencing a significant boost
thanks to a strategic partnership with Qatar, marked by the successful
Uganda Tourism and Cultural Expo 2025 held in Doha. This landmark event
signals exciting new opportunities for African travel agents seeking to
tap into the lucrative Gulf travel market.… read more
The
African Travel and Tourism Association
(ATTA®) proudly presents Experience Africa
2025, the UK’s premier trade show exclusively dedicated
to promoting African tourism. Returning to Bishopsgate,
London, from 23-25 June, this fifth-anniversary event
offers unparalleled networking a… read more
Entebbe Airport Shake-Up: 152 Staff Dismissed in Anti-Corruption Drive
US Visa Shortened to 3 Months: Uganda Agent Alert
Mogadishu’s New Airport: A Game-Changer for East African Travel
Kenya Airways Launches Direct Nairobi-Gatwick Flights, Strengthening East Africa's Aviation Hub
Uganda Rolls Out Red Carpet for US Travel Agents: Luxury Tourism in Focus
African Tourism Champions Honored for Sustainability
Experience Africa 2025: Elevate Your Travel Business
