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Kenya is preparing for a major increase in Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism in 2027, with the segment projected to grow by 60 per cent next year. The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) has announced that this growth will be driven by new convention… read more
Pemba Island’s “Good Practice Story” has been selected for the 2026 Green Destinations Top 100 Stories list in the People & Community category, as reported by the editor. The recognition, announced on 28 October 2026 in Kranj, Slovenia, highlights local efforts to pr… read more
Mauritius and Rodrigues Island are exhibiting at WTM London 2026, as reported, with the event running from 3 to 5 November at ExCeL London. Both destinations are present under the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) umbrella at Stand N10-200. The Maurit… read more
The Namibian has reported that the Namibia Tourism Board (NTB), the Tour and Safari Association of Namibia (TASA) and the national police have issued a warning to visitors after an alleged N\$50 000 booking scam involving Italian tourists. The incident, which left travellers str… read more
Editor-provided material reports that Ghana’s tourism industry must focus more on domestic tourism to achieve sustainable growth, according to Prof. Kwaku Boakye, Vice Chancellor of Cape Coast Technical University. Speaking at the 2026 Annual General Meeting of the Tour Operators Union of Ghana … read more
Mauritius was a leading voice at the 7th A World for Travel forum in Paris, held from 28 to 30 October 2026. The event brought together tourism ministers, industry leaders and decision-makers from 44 countries. The focus was on sustainability, environmental prot… read more
South Africa is expanding its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system to cover 53 countries, according to recent statements attributed to Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber. The ETA platform, launched on 12 August 2026, now allows more international travellers to apply fo… read more
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has signed as an Official Competition Sponsor for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027, which will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. The partnership was launched at an event in Kampala, with several officials pres… read more
Ghana’s December In Gh 2026 tourism initiative will run from December 1, 2026 to January 3, 2027, offering travel sellers a packed calendar of more than 150 registered events nationwide. The programme, themed “Ghana to the World”, aims to showcase the country’s culture, creative… read more
The Flying Dutchman Funicular, a signature attraction at Cape Point in the Cape of Good Hope section of Table Mountain National Park, Cape Town, has once again suspended operations as of 26 October 2026. This latest closure is due to essential maintenance and repairs focused on the funicular’s track sensors, a critical co… read more
Kenya targets 60% MICE tourism growth with new convention centres and incentives for 2027
Pemba Island recognised for community-led tourism in 2026 Green Destinations Top 100 Stories
WTM London 2026: Mauritius and Rodrigues Island strengthen Global travel trade partnerships
Namibia tourism board, TASA and police urge operator checks after booking scam reported
Ghana’s tour operators urged to lead domestic tourism for sustainable sector growth
Mauritius highlights sustainability and luxury evolution at A World for Travel forum in Paris
South Africa expands Electronic Travel Authorisation to 53 countries, including Uganda and Colombia
Uganda Tourism Board to promote destination at AFCON 2027 as Official Competition Sponsor
Ghana unveils December In Gh 2026 calendar with over 150 events and new pan-African festival
Cape Point’s Flying Dutchman Funicular Temporarily Closed for Maintenance, Shuttle Service Provided
