Minister de Lille welcomes Turkish Airlines’ expansion to South Africa
South Africa’s Minister of Tourism, Patricia de Lille, has welcomed the decision by Turkish Airlines to increase its direct services between South Africa and Türkiye to 20 weekly flights, further
JW Marriott unveils a mindful sanctuary in Kenya’s Solio game reserve
JW Marriott today announces the opening of JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp in Solio Game Reserve, Laikipia, Kenya. Nestled between the slopes of Mount Kenya and the Aberdare Ranges, the
Seychelles closes 2025–2026 cruise season, reinforces strategy for higher-value cruise tourism
The 2025–2026 cruise ship season officially came to a close on Saturday the 27th June with the berthing and departure of MV Viking Yi Dun from Port Victoria, marking the
Sierra Leone Suspends US$25 Airport Security Fee at Freetown International Airport
The Government of Sierra Leone has announced the temporary suspension of the US$25 Airport Security Fee charged to passengers at Freetown International Airport, effective Monday, July 6, 2026. In a
Sierra Leone Positions for Historic 3rd UN Tourism Africa Gastronomy Forum at CAF in Seychelles
Sierra Leone has reaffirmed its readiness to host the third edition of the UN Tourism Africa Gastronomy Forum, using the 69th Meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for Africa (CAF)
Amanda Bernstein: Africa’s Tourism future must be built on people, skills and shared solutions
Seychelles has placed people firmly at the centre of Africa’s tourism future, with Amanda Bernstein, Minister of Tourism and Culture, calling on the continent to move decisively from dialogue to
UN Tourism Commission for Africa heads to Ghana for historic 70th session in 2027
The 69th session of the UN Tourism Commission for Africa (CAF) has concluded in Seychelles with Ghana securing the right to host the landmark 70th edition of the continental tourism
Seychelles showcases Creole Culture and Cuisine during Golden Jubilee Celebrations
Visitors to Seychelles this week can experience the islands’ vibrant culture through the Tourism Village and Local Food Fest, one of the highlights of the country’s Golden Jubilee celebrations marking
Hotels must prove cash generation, not just brand appeal, to attract private Equity
Private equity investors are becoming less interested in hotel promises and more focused on hotel performance. A recognised brand, attractive guest offering and compelling growth strategy may strengthen a property’s