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As Addis Ababa prepares to host the 38th African
Union (AU) Assembly on February 15-16, 2025, Ethiopia
faces a pivotal moment to align its policies with the AU’s vision of a
“borderless Africa.” The summit will bring together African leaders to
discuss governance, development, and unity, with a key focus on
dismantling… read more
Kenya is intensifying efforts to tap into the lucrative Australian travel market, aiming to boost international arrivals and strengthen its position as a premier destination for adventure, culture, and wildlife. During a high-profile engagement in Melbourne, Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife, Hon. Rebecca Miano, highlig… read more
The Bank of Zambia (BoZ) is set to introduce a new family of banknotes and coins on March 31, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country’s financial landscape. This development is particularly relevant for African travel agents and businesses operating in Zambia, as it will influence transactions, pric… read more
The Government of Cabo Verde has officially appointed Dr. Jose Luis Sá Nogueira as the new Minister of Tourism and Transport, succeeding Dr. Carlos Duarte Santos, who recently resigned. This appointment comes at a pivotal time as Cabo Verde intensifies its focus on strengthening the tourism and transport sectors, which are vital… read more
Tourism Seychelles recently hosted a strategic media briefing in Johannesburg,
South Africa, where Principal Secretary Sherin Francis
presented the archipelago's ambitious plans for 2025. Held at the Proud Mary Modern Eatery +
Wine Bar in Rosebank, the event highlighted new developments
aimed at enhancing Seychelles' position as a prem
… read more
The Uganda
Tourism Board (UTB)has
congratulated its outgoing Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Lilly Ajarova, on her
appointment as Senior Presidential Advisor on Tourism by His Excellency Yoweri
Kaguta Museveni, President of the Republic of Uganda. This prestigious
appointment recognizes Dr. Ajarova’s strategic leadership and h… read more
The Civil
Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)has announced the installation of e-gates at Sir
Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) in Gaborone, marking a significant
step toward enhancing passenger processing efficiency. These self-service
machines, located at the international departure security screening points, are… read more
The Rwandan
government has introduced a 3% tourism levy on accommodation facilities,
including hotel room rates, as part of its tax policy reforms approved by the
Cabinet on February 10, 2025. Officials state that this levy is aimed at
supporting investments in the tourism and hospitality sectors, ensuring the
continued growth and sustainab… read more
The Government
of Sierra Leone, through its Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, has
launched a bold initiative to combat illegal encroachment on the 6,000-hectare Tourism
Development Area (TDA) surrounding the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary (TCS).
This measure underscores the government’s dedication to preserving biodivers… read more
A recent audit
report has revealed that the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has failed to
establish the legally mandated Tourism Development Fund, raising serious
concerns about the financial management and future growth of the country’s
tourism sector. The fund, as outlined in the Uganda Tourism Act, Cap 82, was
intended to ser… read more