Miscellaneous
Please remember to register on this website, so we can send you your dose of travel news customized as per your requirements.
As
March unfolds, it marks a pivotal period in the peak
malaria season across Southern Africa. Warm temperatures,
late-summer rainfall, and lingering floodwaters create ideal conditions
for mosquito breeding, making malaria awareness and prevention
essential for safari enthusiasts, road trippers, and regional explorers… read more
President
Prof. Arthur Peter Mutharika has appointed seasoned corporate executive
Simon Itaye as the new Minister of
Industrialisation, Business, Trade and Tourism, in a strategic cabinet
reshuffle aimed at advancing Malawi’s economic transformation agenda.
This move places one of Malawi’s most accomplished private-sec… read more
When popular YouTube creator and streamer Darren
Watkins Jr., known as IShowSpeed, embarked on his African
tour titled "Speed Does Africa," few could have anticipated the
profound impact it would have on the continent’s tourism narrative. What
began as an informal journey evolved into one of the most consequential
piec… read more
The
upcoming IBTM Africa, scheduled alongside
WTM Africa at the Cape Town International Convention
Centre (CTICC) from April 13-15, 2026, is rapidly
emerging as a pivotal event for Africa’s MICE (Meetings,
Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sector. This
year’s edition is drawi… read more
The Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU) has issued a stern warning
to all intending travellers about the increasing prevalence of
visa-related scams, urging strict adherence to official procedures when
applying for travel visas. In a recent interview with the News Agency of
Nigeria (NAN), DSP Ovie Ewhubare, the PSFU spokesperson, highlighte… read more
South Africa’s Portfolio Committee on
Tourism has concluded a week-long oversight visit in the
Western Cape, focusing on tourism infrastructure projects, job creation,
and sustainability efforts. Among the key site visits was the
Cape Agulhas Lighthouse precinct
development in the Overberg region, a si… read more
For many travelers within Africa, the prospect of crossing
borders often conjures images of long embassy queues, hefty visa fees,
and complex paperwork. However, for holders of the
Nigerian passport, a growing number of
African destinations offer visa-free access, significantly simplifying
regional journeys and opening… read more
Cape Verde is set to transform its northernmost island, Santo
Antão, with a groundbreaking investment of up to 80
million euros aimed at constructing a new
international airport. This significant
development was unveiled during a recent visit by Prime Minister Ulisses
Correia e Silva, accompanie… read more
In a strategic move to
elevate Kenya’s international profile, the government is equipping its
newly appointed ambassadors, high commissioners, and consuls with the
tools and knowledge to effectively promote the country’s
unmatched natural beauty, wildlife, and rich cultural
heritage. A special session held at the Minis… read more
The global tourism sector has
marked a significant milestone in 2025, with international
tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) rising by 4% to
reach an estimated 1.52 billion—almost 60
million more than in 2024. This robust performance, highlighted in the
latest World Tourism Barometer… read more
March: A Critical Month for Malaria Awareness in Southern Africa
Simon Itaye Appointed as Malawi’s New Minister of Industrialisation, Business, Trade and Tourism
IBTM Africa 2026 Set to Transform Business Events with Global Buyers and New Industry Insights
Western Cape Tourism Projects Near Completion as Oversight Committee Highlights Job Creation and Sus
Unlocking Seamless Regional Travel: Nigerian Passport Holders Enjoy Visa-Free Access to Key African
Cape Verde Commits €80 Million to Boost Santo Antão with New International Airport
Kenya Empowers New Envoys to Champion Tourism and Cultural Heritage on the Global Stage
