Angels View Graskop Scoops a KLCBT Annual Award

Angels View were thrilled to be announced the winners of the KLCBT/PricewaterhouseCoopers Emerging Entrepreneur Award 2023 at this year’s Annual Awards Dinner. This prestigious award focuses on newly established businesses recognising unique business enterprises focusing on innovation and job creation. Owners Dr Reuel and Ms Mumsy Khoza were present to collect the award personally, “It…

Malawi’s Lilongwe Wildlife Trust Receives ‘Outstanding International Sanctuary’ Award

Lilongwe Wildlife Centre has been selected as the winner of the GFAS 2023 Outstanding International Sanctuary Award. The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is one of the leading global bodies for accrediting ethical sanctuaries. Lilongwe Wildlife Centre has been accredited by GFAS since 2015 and was selected from over 200 other GFAS-certified sanctuaries for the…

Goway Announces New Updates for Africa

More than two dozen suppliers and destinations – from South Africa to Saudi Arabia – took part in Goway’s Africa & Middle East event, the first since 2019. Moira Smith, Goway’s VP, Africa and Asia, connected with Travelweek to talk about what’s new. Moira Smith, Goway’s VP, Africa and Asia, connected with Travelweek to talk…

Zambia’s Tourism Gets Big Budget Boost

THE government of Zambia has approved an almost 25% increase in the budget allocated for tourism in 2024, with a focus on the development of tourism infrastructure, marketing, wildlife management and development of tourism products. Presenting the 2024 National Budget at the end of September, Minister of Finance and National Planning Situmbeko Musokotwanesaid government had…

Uganda Airlines Launches Lagos Service

Uganda Airlines has launched flights between Entebbe and Lagos, with the inaugural flight touching down in Nigeria last week. The flight will operate on Mondays, Thursdays, and Sundays, using a 258-seat Airbus A330-800neo. “Nigeria is Africa’s largest economy while Uganda’s central location on the continent makes it the ideal connection hub between East, West, North…

SAA Signs Lease for Aircraft

SAA and SunExpress – a joint venture between Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines – entered into a damp lease agreement that will allow SAA to operate a schedule using two SunExpress aircraft for six months, commencing this month. The first of the two aircraft was received on October 11. The SAA lease covers the provision of…

Rwanda Focuses on Aviation Upskilling

The African Development Bank has provided US$53 million to develop a cutting-edge aviation training facility in Rwanda. The facility, the Centre of Excellence for Aviation (CEAS), scheduled to open in 2025, is designed to accommodate 500 students annually. It will offer pilot training, maintenance instruction, air traffic control expertise and drone piloting proficiency, reports airspace-africa.com. In anticipation of…

Babanango Rebuilds Elephant Populations in SA

The Babanango Game Reserve in KwaZulu Natal, which has become one of South Africa’s latest Big Five wilderness areas through a successful rewilding project, has reintroduced another seven elephants to the 20 000-hectare property. The elephants were successfully relocated from the Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape, bringing the total number of the mega-herbivores…

Uganda’s Parks Remain Open Following Attack

All national parks managed by the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) remain open to visitors. UWA will continue to work with other security agencies to ensure that all people visiting the country’s protected areas are safe. This statement was issued by UWA earlier today (October 18) following a tragic attack by “unknown assailants” in the Queen Elizabeth…

Malawi Promotes Walking & Hiking

Malawi is a hidden gem for walking and hiking enthusiasts. With its stunning and diverse landscapes, this tiny African nation is perfect for those looking for some action and adventurers on their holidays. From the shimmering shores of Lake Malawi to serene forests, roaming zebras and ancient rock art, trace the Rift Valley’s escarpment or…

Pollman’s Tours & Safaris Named Kenya’s Leading Destination Management Company 2023 by World Travel Awards

Pollman’s Tours & Safaris, a premier tour operator in Kenya, is honoured to announce that it has been awarded “Kenya’s Leading Destination Management Company 2023” by the World Travel Awards. The prestigious accolade was presented at a glamorous gala event held in Dubai. World Travel Awards, renowned as the global hallmark of travel industry excellence,…

Born Free Expands

With the exciting addition of Anne Bellamy and Richard Haas-Winkelman, previously with Great Safaris and Africa Travel – Born Free need help!!  Do you want a long-term career in tour operations with an emphasis on Africa? We need an in-house office administrator for all duties in planning trips. Office is located in the West San…

Cycle Malawi Returns with Tours in 2024

Cycle Malawi, a tour operator in Malawi specialising in cycling excursions across the country’s contrasting landscapes, will be returning in 2024. The inability to travel during the height of the pandemic meant the operator had to put on the brakes before launching more tours. But now tourism is back in full flow, Cycle Malawi has…

First Lady of Zimbabwe Recognized by UNWTO

The First Lady of Zimbabwe, Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa, was recognised by UNWTO Secretary General Zurub Pololikashvili for “championing gastronomy tourism” in the country and region at the eighth UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism in San Sebastián, Spain, over the weekend. Mnangagwe took University of Zimbabwe Vice Chancellor, Professor Paul Mapfumo, and students from three other universities in the country…

City Lodge Sells Iconic Sandton property

The City Lodge Hotel Group (CLHG) has entered into a sale agreement for the City Lodge Hotel Sandton, Katherine Street property in Sandton, Johannesburg. “The sale agreement includes a restriction on the use of the property for short-term accommodation purposes,” said Andrew Widegger, the group’s CEO. He did not elaborate on who the buyer was or…

New Direction for The River Club Zambia

Ultra Properties, which manages The River Club in Livingstone, Zambia, recently announced the closure of the property as a lodge, effective January 1, 2024. The River Club property was passed on to new owners on December 1 last year, and they have now decided to refocus the use of the property. “The Ultra Properties team is now…

Kapama Announces New Kruger Homestead

An exclusive-use retreat will provide a unique experience for friends and family alike seeking unparalleled tranquillity and togetherness. It promises a captivating safari experience that will delight even the most discerning traveler’s desire for a wondrous adventure. Additional details about Kapama Kruger Homestead coming soon, complete with stunning visuals and more so be sure to…

Mantis is First to Receive Prestigious Humane Tourism™ Certification Designation

Mantis, a leading conservation-focused hotel brand within the Accor group has attained the first Global Humane Certified™ designation for Humane Tourism™ at four select locations. The certification is an indication that Mantis has met the comprehensive welfare criteria and rigorous standards for tourism and animal wellbeing. Audits of Mantis facilities in Southern Africa were conducted…

Major Increase in Air Connectivity for Seychelles

Recently resuming its flights to Seychelles was Condor, introducing the new Airbus A330 Neo-900 for the Seychelles route. On Saturday, September 30, the airline made its return from Frankfurt, carrying 305 passengers. This aircraft will operate one weekly direct flight, further enhancing the connection between Germany and Seychelles. From November 21, 2023, to March 12, 2024, an…

Joburg to Host Global Culture & Heritage Summit

Johannesburg has recently been announced as the host city for the second World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage (WTACH) Global Leaders Summit, which will be held in September next year. The announcement was made by the CEO of WTACH, Nigel Fell, during this year’s inaugural WTACH Global Leaders Summit, which took place in Valencia, Spain,…

SAA Heads to Côte d’Ivoire

South African Airways has announced the launch of flights to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, its 12th destination since relaunching operations. Flights will operate three times a week, departing from Johannesburg on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 11h00 and arriving in Abidjan at 17h00 on the same day, with a 55-minute stopover in Accra. Bookings will open for…