ECOVISA Rolls Out, ASKY Expands Fleet, and Events Industry Consolidates
West Africa launches ECOVISA for seamless travel; ASKY adds Boeing 737 MAX 8; six major acquisitions reshape the events industry.
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Cape Town’s Cruise Growth, Stellenbosch Leadership Shifts, and South Africa’s Tourism Strategy
Cape Town expects 76 cruise ship calls; Stellenbosch appoints new tourism leaders; South Africa targets a 16% rise in Indian travelers.
Air Tanzania Expands, ECOWAS Strengthens Tourism, and More
Air Tanzania opens Dar es Salaam-Kinshasa route; ECOWAS enhances West African tourism policy; Emerald Holding acquires luxury travel event leader; African tourism startups face investor neglect.
Ethiopian Airlines Announces Addis Ababa-Abu Dhabi Flights After Three Decades
Ethiopian Airlines resumes direct Addis Ababa-Abu Dhabi flights from July 2025, strengthening air links between Africa and the Middle East.
Mandarin Oriental Reports $2.1B Revenue, Namibia’s Avis Dam Gets a Revamp, and More
Mandarin Oriental posts $2.1B in 2024 revenue; Namibia enhances Avis Dam; RwandAir launches booking platform.
Tech & Tourism 2025 Rescheduled; Tanzania Hosts Gastronomy Forum
Tech & Tourism 2025 moves to August; Tanzania's gastronomy forum spotlights culinary tourism and community empowerment.
South Africa’s Tourism Focus, Uganda’s Digital Push, Nigeria’s Hospitality Reform, and Angola’s New Airport
South Africa's tourism focus raises concerns; Uganda uses influencers to attract travelers; Nigeria launches expat hospitality certification; Angola upgrades travel with a new airport.
Air Tanzania Expands Routes, Angola Eyes DACH Market, and More
Air Tanzania connects Dar es Salaam and Kinshasa; Angola targets German-speaking tourists; Kenya Airways boosts Lagos flights; MICE suppliers tackle unethical buyer behavior.
Nigeria and Jamaica Discuss Direct Flights, Africa Travel Indaba 2025 Takes Shape, and More
Nigeria and Jamaica explore direct flights; Nigeria leads African exports with N8.74 trillion; Ethiopia’s Gada ceremony marks leadership transition; Africa Travel Indaba 2025 gears up.
Tanzania’s Msalato Airport Nears Completion, Lagos Unveils Smart City App & More
Tanzania’s Msalato Airport at 85% completion; Lagos launches MyLagos App for smarter travel; Nairobi’s perishables hub faces freight challenges.
Africa Tourism Investment Conference Announces Key Speakers, ABC Transport Expands with CNG Fleet, and More
Event strategies for 2025 take shape; Africa Tourism Investment Conference unveils top speakers; ABC Transport stock climbs with CNG truck investment.
Ol Lentille Taps UK Travel Agents, XEJet Expands ACMI in Nigeria, Cape Town’s Transport Hurdles
Ol Lentille partners with UK travel agents; XEJet offers ACMI leases in Nigeria; Cape Town tourists prefer private transport over unreliable public options.
SA’s Industry’s 2025 Budget Wish List: What They Want (and Need)
South Africa's 2025 Budget: Industry leaders reveal their priorities for boosting tourism and economic growth.
International Meeting Planners: 5 Key Travel Document Updates
Five key changes to international travel documents in 2025 will impact your attendees; learn how to avoid airport hassles.
Fam Trips: Closing the Gap & Changing Perceptions for Event Planners
A South African fam trip showcasing diverse experiences to 100 ANZ travel agents (Feb 16-17, 2024) boosted bookings and countered misperceptions.
Tanzania’s Tourism Faces Growth Challenges, Fam Trips Boost Awareness, and Travel Document Updates
Tanzania's tourism boom demands strategic planning; South Africa's fam trips reshape perceptions; key travel document changes impact international event planners.