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As Southern Africa transitions
from the dry winter months to the warmer, wetter season in
October, the region enters a pivotal period
for malaria awareness. This month marks
the start of increased mosquito activity, making it essential for those
planning safaris, business trips, or family holidays to u… read more
The
City of uMhlathuze has staged a landmark
moment for African tourism and investment by hosting the
Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA 2025)
for the first time at the Thembele Conference Centre in Richards Bay.
This gathering, which officially opened on 28 August, has drawn a
dynamic mix of glob… read more
The
African aviation sector is celebrating a significant milestone as
African airlines recorded a 9.4% increase in air cargo
demand in July 2025 compared to the same period last
year. This robust growth, highlighted in the latest data released by the
International Air Transport Association
(IATA), po… read more
igeria’s
travel and tourism landscape is set for a transformative shift as the
National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism
(NIHOTOUR) moves to formalize a strategic partnership
with the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies
(NANTA). This collaboration is designed to elevate
professionali… read more
After
years of setbacks, frustration, and public outcry,
Malawi has turned a critical corner in its
passport services, ushering in a new era of efficiency, security, and
accessibility. The Chakwera administration’s successful rollout of a
modern ICAO-compliant passport system marks
a transformative m… read more
Ethiopia’s
ambitious homegrown economic reform, launched in 2019, is reshaping the
nation’s economic landscape with a clear focus on market-driven growth
and private sector empowerment. This sweeping reform program marks a
decisive shift away from a state-controlled economy toward one that
embraces liberalization, investment, and diver… read more
In a significant stride toward
deeper regional integration, Kenya and
Uganda have signed eight new agreements, marking a
pivotal moment for East Africa’s economic landscape. The accords,
formalized during President Yoweri Museveni’s official visit to Nairobi
on 30 July 2025, build upon 17 existing frameworks and are de… read more
In
a significant move set to reshape mobility and economic engagement
across the continent, The Gambia and South
Africa are edging closer to establishing
visa-free travel between their nations.
This initiative, aimed at boosting trade, tourism, and cultural
exchange, underscores an era of renewed Pan… read more
Botswana
and Namibia are forging ahead with their ambitious
vision to build the Trans-Kalahari Railway
(TKR), a project set to transform regional logistics,
trade, and economic development across Southern Africa. The railway,
which will span an estimated 1,500
kilometres linking Bots… read more
Excitement is mounting across
the City of uMhlathuze as it gears up to
welcome global investors and business leaders for the upcoming
Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA)
2025. Taking place from August 27th to 29th, this year’s
high-profile forum is themed “Tourism and Infrastructure Investment:
Dr… read more
October Ushers in Malaria Awareness: Key Risk Zones and Prevention for Southern Africa’s Spring Safa
Richards Bay Unveils Bold Tourism Investment Pipeline at TIFA 2025
African Airlines Achieve 9.4% Cargo Growth in July 2025, Outpacing Global Trends
NIHOTOUR and NANTA Join Forces to Boost Training and Standards in Nigeria’s Travel Industry
Malawi Unveils Secure, Modern Passport System: A New Era for Regional Mobility
Ethiopia’s Bold Economic Reform Fuels Tourism Boom and Infrastructure Leap
The Gambia and South Africa Advance Toward Visa-Free Travel, Opening Doors for Trade and Tourism
Trans-Kalahari Railway: Botswana and Namibia Advance Plans for a Game-Changing Regional Corridor
