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RwandAir’s BAL Partnership Elevates African Sports Tourism
RwandAir, the official airline of the Basketball Africa League (BAL), proudly announces its participation in the BAL Summit 2025 in Kigali. This high-profile event unites leaders from sports, business, policy, and creative fields, fostering partnerships that drive impactful change across Africa. Th… read more
Pan-African Tourism Takes Center Stage at MKTE 2025
Kenya is gearing up to host a landmark event for the African travel industry: the 15th edition of the Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE 2025). Scheduled for October 1st-3rd at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi, this year’s expo takes a decidedly pan-African approach, emphasizing collaboration and sustaina… read more
Kenya’s Travel Agents Unite for Growth at Mombasa Convention
African travel professionals, mark your calendars! The Kenya Association of Travel Agents (KATA) is hosting its highly anticipated 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Convention from June 27-28 at the PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort in Mombasa. This year’s event, themed “Going Further, Together… read more
NiMet Strike Underscores Safety Imperative for African Aviation
Air Peace’s decisive action during the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) strike in April 2025 serves as a potent reminder of the paramount importance of safety in African aviation. The airline’s decision to temporarily suspend operations due to the unavailability of essential meteorological data… read more
New TOUGHA Leadership to Boost Ghana’s Tourism Appeal
Ghana’s tourism sector is poised for a new era of growth and innovation under the newly elected leadership of the Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA). Yvonne Donkor, the recently inaugurated President, has outlined a bold vision for the Union, emphasizing unity, sustainable practices, and techno… read more
Africa’s Ancient Secrets: The New Gold Standard in Global Tourism
The African Travel & Tourism Association (ATTA®) has unveiled a groundbreaking report, “Rooted in Africa,” at the 2025 Africa Travel Indaba. This report reframes global tourism trends, revealing how wellness travel, sustainability, slow travel, and authenticity, … read more
Enugu State’s Tourism
Enugu State is set to redefine Nigerian tourism with an ambitious \$25 million investment in groundbreaking projects, creating a wealth of opportunities for African travel agents. Governor Peter Mba’s bold vision aims to transform the state into a premier tourism destination, boosting the economy f… read more
Africa’s Ancient Wisdom: A Blueprint for Modern Travel
African travel agents, get ready to tap into a powerful resource: your own heritage. A groundbreaking new report reveals how ancient African traditions are perfectly aligned with today’s hottest global tourism trends, offering a unique opportunity to attract discerning travelers and boost your business.
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Nigeria-Türkiye Visa Relaxation: Agent's lifes to be eased
Nigerian and Turkish travel agents are poised to benefit significantly from a groundbreaking partnership between the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) and the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies (TURSAB). This collaboration aims to ease stringent visa regulatio… read more
Rwanda’s \$500M Aviation Boost: Agent Goldmine
Rwanda is set to become a major player in African aviation, thanks to a massive \$500 million investment earmarked for developing RwandAir and completing the highly anticipated Bugesera International Airport. This strategic move, announced by Finance Minister Yusuf Murangwa… read more
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