Powering a Visa-Free Africa: The Future of Seamless Travel on the Continent

Recent news that Nigeria will introduce $170 surcharge fees for biometric capture during the Visa process will no doubt frustrate proponents of the “visa-free Africa” concept. The African Union’s longstanding […]
Rodger Foster to step down as CEO & Managing Director of Airlink

Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, will undergo a change of leadership following the decision by current CEO and Managing Director, Rodger Foster, to step down at the end of March […]
Trevor Noah Tourism Campaign Earns Global Acclaim at World Tourism Film Awards

The Trevor Noah Tourism Campaign for South Africa has secured third place for the “Best Country Promotion Film” at the 2024 World Tourism Film Awards, held on November 27 in […]
Nadia Gantes on Gran Meliá Arusha’s Rise as Tanzania’s Premier Business Event Destination

Picture: Nadia Gantes, Gran Meliá Arusha’s Cluster Head of Groups and International Contracting In the heart of Arusha, Gran Meliá Arusha has emerged as the leading venue for conferences, incentives, […]
The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) Heads to Cape Town for the First Time for its 13th Edition

The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF), Africa’s premier conference for tourism and hospitality investment, is gearing up for its 2025 edition in Cape Town. Taking place from 17 to 19 […]
Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Workshop on Tourism Standards Charts New Path for Regional Growth

In a landmark effort to elevate the tourism sector in West Africa, the Directorate of Private Sector of ECOWAS, under the leadership of Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Agriculture, Mrs […]
Mamou Daffé Appointed Mali’s Minister of Handicrafts, Culture, & Tourism

Mali’s Government has appointed Mamou Daffé as its new Minister of Handicrafts, Culture, Hotel Industry, and Tourism. Daffé, a recognized leader in the cultural sector, is known for his efforts […]
VistaJet Commits to Powering Trade and Investments in East and South Africa

VistaJet (www.VistaJet.com/), the world’s first and only global business aviation company, has reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to connecting the international investor community with markets in East and South Africa. This […]
New Cruise Season in the Indian Ocean: A Wind of Renewal

The 2024/2025 cruise season has officially begun in the Vanilla Islands of the Indian Ocean. From November 2024 to May 2025, more than 35 ship calls are expected in the […]