UN Tourism Executive Council Looks to Innovation and Investment-Driven Future
UN Tourism’s Executive Council has met again to jointly advance the transformation of the sector. With the latest UN Tourism Data showing that the sector is on track to reach […]
WATO Celebrates Cameroon’s Recognition as Lonely Planet’s Top Country for 2025
The West Africa Tourism Organisation (WATO) proudly celebrated a monumental achievement at the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2024 as Cameroon was named Top Country to Visit in Lonely Planet’s […]
Tourism Industry Mourns Dr. Carmen Nibigira: Tributes pour in for a Transformational Leader
The East African tourism and hospitality industry is in mourning following the passing of Dr. Carmen Nibigira on November 16. A trailblazer and visionary, Carmen was celebrated as an advocate […]
AIRASIA X makes Historic Direct Flight From Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi
Kenya’s efforts to attract tourists from Malaysia and the larger Asian market have received a great boost after low-cost carrier AirAsia X (AAX) inaugural flight to Kenya touched down at […]
IBTM World surpasses 2023 event with surge in pre-scheduled meetings:Final countdown to 2024 show begins
With only days to go before the global business events community comes together in Barcelona for IBTM World 2024, organisers of the leading international trade show have revealed that more […]
Tour Operators Union of Ghana unveils Five-Year Strategic Development Plan
The Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA) has officially launched its Five-Year Strategic Development Plan, setting a bold agenda to enhance its effectiveness and impact in Ghana’s tourism industry. The […]
President Duma Boko appoints Boipuso Mmolotsi as Botswana’s new Minister of Environment & Tourism
Botswana’s new President, Duma Gideon Boko has appointed lawmaker, Mr Boipuso Wynter Mmolotsi as the country’s new Minister of Environment and Tourism. Mmolotsi has been the Member of Parliament for […]
ICCA inks MOU with IAPCO to promote advocacy in the Meetings and Events Industry
ICCA (The International Congress and Convention Association) signed an agreement with IAPCO (The International Association of Professional Congress Organisers) on 21 October at the ICCA Congress in Abu Dhabi. The […]
UN Tourism unveils 2024 Best Tourism Villages
From Caviahue-Copahue in Argentina to Tra Que Vegetable Village in Viet Nam, discover the 55 new Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism. Rural destinations consolidate their position as key players […]