Africa Showcase 2025 concluded its most ambitious North American tour to date, delivering four energizing events in Atlanta, New York, San Diego, and Vancouver from November 11–19. The showcase once again proved itself to be the continent’s premier platform for meaningful trade connections, product education, and strengthening Africa’s presence in the North American market. This…
The Victoria Falls border post between Zambia and Zimbabwe is now operating 24 hours a day. The decision came into effect immediately on November 13 following a government gazette from Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage. The border post previously operated from 06h00 to 22h00 on the Zimbabwe side. Running over the Victoria…
LATAM Airlines will launch thrice-weekly flights between São Paulo (GRU) and Cape Town (CPT) from September 2026. The flights will be operated on the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. This marks the arrival of the first South American carrier to fly to CPT. LATAM currently flies five times a week from GRU to Johannesburg. James Vos, Cape…
Classic Zambia Safaris will open its third camp in Kafue National Park with the launch of a five-room lodge slated for August 2026. Aimed at exclusive-use bookings, Lwenge River Camp will be located on the banks of the Kafue River, a few kilometres upstream of the company’s existing Musekese Camp. Amenities announced so far include…
The Tanzanian government has committed to upgrading the 38km road linking Rukoma village and Mahale Mountains National Park in Uvinza District with officials emphasising the move as essential to improving access and increasing domestic tourism. Kigoma Regional Commissioner Simon Sirro said the road’s poor condition remains a major barrier to tourism growth with travellers taking five to…
On July 1 next year, Emirates will launch a third daily flight between Dubai and Cape Town. Operated by a Boeing 777, the new service will boost seat capacity on the route by over 600 seats every day. EK778 will depart Dubai at 10h25 and arrive in Cape Town at 18h05. The return flight, EK779,…
Safarilink has announced a new route connecting Nairobi Wilson to Entebbe, Uganda, via Kisumu, Kenya, with operations starting on December 15. The airline will offer daily flights on the route with the booking window running from November 1 to December 31 and the travel period set for December 15 to March 31, 2026.
Bushtracks Africa is proud to announce the launch of Stimela Trackside Dining, Victoria Falls’ newest and most unique dining experience. Combining the elegance of luxury dining with the charm of heritage rail, Stimela offers guests a three-course menu served aboard a beautifully restored train stationed on the siding in the centre of Victoria Falls. Stimela…