In an exciting year-end release, VoyagesAfriq Travel Magazine has launched its final issue for 2024, offering a rich collection of stories, interviews and exclusive insights that showcase the year’s biggest moments in African tourism and beyond.
The highlight of this edition is the inaugural UN Tourism Africa and Americas Tourism Summit held in Cana Punta, Dominican Republic. The summit, a landmark event for collaboration between Africa and the Americas, explored ways for the two continents to strengthen their tourism sectors, attract substantial investments and drive shared economic growth. Zambia has secured the hosting rights for the next summit in 2025, signalling the continuation of this collaborative momentum.
A focal point of this issue is also the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) Minister of Tourism, Didier M’pambia Musanga, who recently led a high-level delegation to UN Tourism’s headquarters in Madrid, Spain. This visit marks a significant step in DRC’s ambitions to solidify its position in global tourism.
Readers can dive into the World Travel & Tourism Council’s recent report on climate emissions, announced at the 24th Global Summit in Perth (Boorloo), Western Australia. The report reveals encouraging reductions in the travel and tourism sector’s carbon footprint, highlighting progress towards more sustainable industry practices.
This issue delves into Angola’s ambitious tourism transformation plan. Minister of Tourism Márcio De Jesus Lopes Daniel shares an in-depth interview on Angola’s strategies to make tourism a key pillar in its economic development—a vision that is reshaping the nation’s growth path.
East Africa’s tourism scene is also making waves with Kenyan President William Ruto’s announcements of a Transit ETA and a Digital Nomad Work Permit, aimed at boosting visitor numbers to an impressive 5 million by 2027.
Alongside these updates, readers will find expert opinions from industry stalwarts like Kamil Abdul-Karrim of PAM GOLDING Tourism & Hospitality Consulting, Hamza Farooqui of Millat Group, and frequent contributors Sean Mendis and Akwasi Obeng-Adjei, covering diverse industry themes that provide a holistic view of Africa’s tourism landscape.
This issue pays tribute to Mrs. Alisa Osei-Asamoah, president of Ghana’s Tour Operators’ Union (TOUGHA), whose transformative leadership has positioned the union as one of the most dynamic in Ghana’s tourism sector. Additionally, key discussions from the 2024 Tourism Business Council of South Africa Leadership Conference in Sun City, where participants mapped out new growth opportunities, feature prominently.
On a broader scale, the African Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA®) has announced Kgomotso Ramothea as its new CEO. In an exclusive conversation with VoyagesAfriq, Ramothea shares her forward-thinking vision for Africa’s tourism industry.
For travel enthusiasts and new explorers alike, the magazine’s “Ten Must-Visit Destinations in Africa: A Traveller’s Guide” offers a curated selection of remarkable African sites. There’s also a vibrant feature on Namibia’s culinary traditions, inviting readers to discover the country’s distinct gastronomic delights.
Complemented by stunning photography, the final 2024 issue of VoyagesAfriq captures the year’s major highlights, innovations and inspirational stories from across Africa and beyond, making it an invaluable resource for travel aficionados looking to stay informed and inspired.
