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Uganda’s
tourism sector reached a historic milestone as the
Association of Uganda Tour Operators (AUTO)
marked its 30th anniversary with a vibrant celebration at Kampala’s
Mestil Hotel. Themed “Roots and Routes: 30 Years of Tourism Excellence,”
the event brought together government dignitaries, industry pioneers,
and… read more
The
international business events industry is gearing up for the highly
anticipated return of IBTM World 2025 in
Barcelona, with just five weeks to go until the industry’s leading
minds, innovators, and suppliers converge at the acclaimed
Fira de Barcelona from November 18 to 20.
For trade profession… read more
Momentum
is building in Liberia for a
transformative approach to tourism, as industry leaders and policymakers
call for substantial public and private sector investment to unlock the
sector’s long-term economic potential. At a landmark one-day
Public Policy Dialogue on Tourism, convened
at the Ellen … read more
The
Africa Tourism Investment Conference
(ATIC) is set to make a powerful return to Cape Town on
14 April 2026, once again taking centre stage at the Cape
Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) as a
flagship event within World Travel Market (WTM) Africa. This year’s
edition, produced in partner… read more
Despite
Africa’s rich history of cross-border trade and migration, the dream of
seamless travel across the continent remains elusive. The African
Union’s Protocol on Free Movement of Persons, adopted in 2018, promised a
transformative leap toward easier mobility for Africans. Yet, with only
four countries ratifying the protocol out of … read more
Calls
for deeper tourism collaboration between
Uganda and
Tanzania are gaining fresh momentum, with
regional leaders spotlighting the sector’s critical role in economic
growth and integration under the East African Community
(EAC). During Uganda’s 63rd Independence Anniversary in
A… read more
The
recent UN Tourism Global Conference on Wine Tourism, held on 6–7
October 2025 in the historic city of Plovdiv, Bulgaria, spotlighted the
powerful fusion of wine tourism, art, and
culture as a dynamic engine for innovation, job creation,
and regional development. Against the backdrop of Plovdiv’s rich
heritage—one… read more
On the shores of Kenya’s
coastline, Essence of Africa 2025 commenced
with a clear focus on action and tangible results. From October 7th to
9th, more than 300 industry professionals from 40 countries gathered at
Diamonds Malindi for a tightly orchestrated
programme blending business appointments, knowl… read more
The
opening day of the Essence of Africa forum
in Malindi set the tone for a new era of commercially-driven market
intelligence in Africa’s tourism sector. With 150 vetted
international buyers and an equal number of African
exhibitors, the event moved beyond dialogue to deliver practical
strategies a… read more
Tanzania
is setting a new benchmark for transport integration across Africa,
following a landmark agreement between the Tanzania
Airports Authority (TAA) and the Tanzania
Railways Corporation (TRC). Signed in Dar es Salaam by
TAA Director General Abdul Mombokaleo and TRC Director General Engineer
Mac… read more
Uganda’s Tour Operators Celebrate 30 Years: A New Era for Sustainable Growth and Professionalism
IBTM World 2025 Set to Inspire with New Features and Free Registration for a Limited Time
Liberia’s Tourism Sector Urged to Embrace Strategic Investment for Economic Revival
ATIC 2026 in Cape Town: Unlocking New Investment Pathways for Africa’s Tourism Sector
Uganda and Tanzania Aim for Unified East African Tourism Brand to Boost Regional Arrivals
Plovdiv 2025: Where Wine Tourism Meets Art, Culture, and Sustainable Growth
Tanzania Unveils Air–Rail Integration to Boost Connectivity and Cargo Flow
