Change of guard at Malawi’s Tourism Ministry as Vera Kamtukule takes over

Malawi’s Minister of Labour affairs Vera Kamtukule has been named by President Dr Lazarus Chakwera as the country’s new Minister of Tourism taking over from Dr Michael Usi. In a […]
Tourism Seychelles off to a great start with FITUR participation

The Tourism Seychelles team started the year on a high note as they took to the city of Madrid in Spain for the five-day International Tourism Trade Fair, FITUR 2023. […]
2023 Meetings Africa launched with new look and feel

In the build-up to the 17th edition of Meetings Africa, South African Tourism (SA Tourism) last week launched and unveiled this strategic show’s new look. Meetings Africa, a gathering of […]
Tax cuts, coordinated policies key to stimulating Africa’s aviation growth in 2023 – Sean Mendis

Aviation expert, Sean Mendis has stated that Africa’s aviation sector could see a strong rebound this year provided actionable measures are put in place to make airlines competitive, destinations accessible […]
South Africa targets increased patronage for Meetings Africa 2023

South Africa is hoping to attract more exhibitors and buyers for this year’s Meetings Africa which is set for February 28 – March 1. Zinhle Nzama, the Acting Chief Convention […]
Western Cape gears up for an economic boost of over R393 million through conference bids secured by Wesgro

Picture: Wesgro CEO Wrenelle Stander Wesgro’s Cape Town and Western Cape Convention Bureau has secured 27 bids in the last year, that take place in the destination between 2022 and […]
Registration opens for 2023 Malawi International Tourism Expo

Registration is ongoing for this year’s Malawi International Tourism Expo (MITE2023). Also known as ‘Takulandirani,’ the event returns after a two-year breather as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic. MITE2023 […]
Copenhagen back on Ethiopian’s radar

Ethiopian Airlines is set to launch a new passenger flight to Copenhagen, Denmark on 22nd of May 2023. The new flight will be operated five times a week except on […]
Tourism trade from Africa impressed with 2023 FITUR’s platform for business links

Over 24 African countries participated in the just-ended Fitur International Tourism Fair in Madrid. The fair gave an opportunity to the participating countries to pitch their respective destinations’ tourism offerings […]