Finance minister Malusi Gigaba has announced that South Africa will see its first VAT rate increase for the first time in 25 years. As of 1 April 2018, the effective VAT rate will rise from 14% to 15% adding approximately R22,9 billion to the fiscus, Gigaba said in his budget speech on Wednesday. “In developing…
Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp continues to support great initiatives in the area. The latest being Lion Landscapes collaring for coexistence. The first Lion collars were deployed on Loisaba Conservancy earlier this month. The matriarch of the Narok pride, one of the largest prides in the area was fitted with an iridium collar after two nights…
Beginning 1 July Flightlink will be operating new service between Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro and then onward to Zanzibar. Departure/Arrival Times: DAR/JRO – 18:30 / 19:30 JRO/ZNZ – 20:00 / 21:00 ZNZ/DAR – 21:20 / 21:40 Book online at www.flightlink.co.tz
Imvelo Safari Lodges lead the pack in offering new experiences for travelers to Zimbabwe. Their newest innovation is The Stimela Star, the nation’s only private overnight sleeper train operating from Victoria Falls to Hwange National Park. Travel on The Stimela Star harkens back to the glory days of train travel in Africa. Stimela is the…
The African Union Commission is set to launch the first AU Agenda 2063 Flagship project, the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM), in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on 28th January 2018 as a historic event at the African Union Summit, nearly two decades after the adoption of the 1999 Yamoussoukro Decision. Speaking ahead of the launch…
Set to take place 31st March 2018, TEDxBend is pleased to announce the lineup for their 7th annual event which will include Praveen Moman of Volcanoes Safaris as a speaker about why conservation has to make economic sense in post-conflict zones. At the forefront of reviving mountain gorilla tourism in Rwanda and Uganda, Praveen founded…
Ethiopian Airlines, the largest Aviation Group in Africa and SKYTRAX certified Four Star Global Airline, is pleased to announce that it has achieved yet another milestone, becoming the first A350 XWB Simulator Operator in Africa and among the few in the world. This machine is fitted with a full electrical motion system which delivers improved…
Ethiopian Airlines, the largest Aviation Group in Africa and SKYTRAX certified Four Star Global Airline, is pleased to announce that it will start thrice weekly service (Tues, Thurs, Sat) to Nosy-Be, Madagascar on March 27, 2018. An island off the northwest coast of Madagascar, Nosy-Be is the largest and busiest tourist resort of the island…
The new APTA membership platform and website will launch to the public on March 1st. This constitutes the first major overhaul of the APTA platform since its last major redesign over five years ago. The new platform will allow greater access to education and news on Africa to our individual members and greater exposure for…
The prime minister of Ethiopia, Hailemariam Desalegn, resigned on Thursday, state media reported, after deadly unrest pushed the government to release several high-profile political prisoners. The announcement followed the release this week of Eskinder Nega and Woubshet Taye, two prominent journalists who spent seven years in prison, and of Bekele Gerba, one of the country’s…
We have some great new images taken by Mario Moreno from South Cape Images Photographic Safaris who has taken a number of exquisite photographs and videos of Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp. To view click; https://www.dropbox.com/sh/iuc9wvs6sdoqtxf/AAC4aFJRURtrQtNHlUrNI2Zaa?dl=0Standing on the deck at Elewana Loisaba Tented camp, the first glimpse of the panoramic view across the immense Laikipia landscape…
Combine Vic Falls/Hwange and Mana Pools, and include a stop-over at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge and get a USD120 per person saving on your Safari Logistics flights. Only pay the cost of the flight between Vic Falls/Hwange and Mana Pools. T&Cs apply.
Safari Logistics, African Bush Camps’ sister company, is an initiative to promote cost-effective travel around Zimbabwe with both road and air access to some of the country’s top safari and wildlife areas, including Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Lake Kariba and Mana Pools National Park. We have created a handy document that shows which international…
African Bush Camps is thrilled to announce the appointment of Alexandra Nägeli as our Germanic and Nordic Market Representative (in 2018 Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Netherlands, from 2019 also Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark). Alexandra has a background in and passion for travel in Africa and she is a respected member of the safari industry. Alexandra…
President Jacob Zuma of South Africa, a master tactician who survived a string of corruption scandals and harsh court judgments during his nearly nine-year presidency, agreed on Wednesday night to step down, repudiated by the governing African National Congress Party, threatened by a no-confidence vote in Parliament, cornered by opposition parties and abandoned by millions…
Malawi,the “Warm Heart of Africa” links the Southern and Eastern Africa region and offers unique flora and fauna which include the magnificent Lake Malawi, diverse nature which includes rivers, mountains and valleys; wide variety of wildlife in spectacular surroundings; vibrant culture and people legendarily renowned for friendliness and hospitality and international standard MICE facilities. Malawi…
Canadians will shortly be able to fly overnight non-stop to Africa arriving at 7am. Ethiopian Airlines is about to introduce direct flights from Toronto and Washington DC, and from Chicago in June. Ethiopian Airlines’ hub in Addis Ababa has connecting flights to the main safari holiday destinations throughout Africa, including, Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, Victoria Falls,…
‘Day Zero’ has moved to June 4 due to the continued decline in agricultural usage and the decrease in residential water consumption. Over the past week, usage has been lowered to 526 million litres per day. This is the first time that the weekly average usage has remained under 550 million litres. In a statement,…
CroisiEurope River Cruises, Europe’s largest River Cruise line, continues to expand its unique gallery of itineraries with the launch of their brand new vessel, the MS African Dream, from the shores of Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe.This luxury ship accommodates a maximum of 16 passengers, and cruises the largest man made lake in the world –…
Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest Aviation Holding Company in Africa and SKYTRAX certified Four Star Global Airline, is pleased to announce that it will commence direct flight from Addis Ababa to Chicago effective as of June 09, 2018. West Bound, Passengers from the entire continent of Africa will connect to Chicago and beyond through our…
Malawi is now officially the hottest African destination for 2018! And it’s not just us saying that – newspapers, magazines and websites around the world have been tripping over themselves to include Malawi in a quite amazing number of ’Top Destinations’ lists in 2017 and for 2018. For a long time Malawi’s stunning beaches, beautiful…
Ethiopian Airlines invites you to celebrate Black History Month by experiencing Africa up close with special low fares to major cities throughout February. A journey to Africa during Black History Month gives you a greater appreciation of the diaspora and its many achievements. Immerse yourself in Africa’s transformative history, and be awed by its spectacular…
The Namibian Ambassador to Ghana, Mr Charles B. Yosob, has entreated Ghana’s Minister of Aviation to lend her full support to the re-entry of Air Namibia to the Ghanaian aviation industry. He said processes are far advanced for Air Namibia’s re-entry, with the airline scheduled to re-launch on March 24, 2018, but needed more support…
Cape Town and the Western Cape are open for business, and ready to welcome visitors to our beautiful city and province. We need tourism now more than ever, as we aim to keep our economy growing and creating jobs during this challenging drought. This is critical. International press coverage of the drought, and on the…
Hideaways has introduced a new transformative experience for guests at Elephant’s Eye, Hwange – the Community Upliftment Experience, which is an excellent opportunity for guests to learn more about rural Zimbabwe life and to meet and interact with local Zimbabweans. The new tour is designed in collaboration with the Grow Africa Foundation’s redefined vision and…
From 26-28 January, APTA shined at the New York Times Travel Show showcasing our members including Seychelles Tourism Board, Zimbabwe Tourism Authority, Infinite Safari Adventures, South Africa Travel & Tours, South African Airways Vacations and African Angel Tours. This was the 15th annual New York Times Travel Show and it had the largest attendance since…
One of the many advantages of being located in our own private lands is being able to run walking safaris directly from the camp. All you need is good walking shoes and a sense of adventure. A qualified, armed ranger, naturalist and Masai spotter lead the way, bringing you to within a safe distance of…
Springbok Atlas is excited about welcoming more visitors to the shores of Southern Africa in 2018 and meeting up with valued partners in travel at trade shows around the world. In South Africa they will be at ILTM Africa (15 – 17 April 2018) and wtm Africa (18 – 20 April 2018) in Cape Town…
The Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) has reinstated a passenger service charged (PSC) and the aviation infrastructure development fund (AIDEF) on Air Zimbabwe-issued tickets. “With effect from February 1, 2018, all Air Zimbabwe-issued tickets will include the PSC and AIDEF and the codes CB and XI will appear on the ticket,” read a statement…
This year Trans Africa Safaris celebrates its 100th anniversary and to recognize this milestone, we have produced a new brochure, a commemorative calendar, a book documenting the company’s history and we have two wonderful agent educational trips. Plus a few other surprises to be revealed during the course of the year … The company was…
What is the current water restriction and how will this affect tourists travelling to Cape Town? • Level 6b restrictions will go into effect from February 1, when daily water consumption per person per household will be limited to 50 litres. All people residing in the city should reduce their consumption to 50 litres immediately.…
Guests staying at Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp can learn more about the conservation work that goes on in the area by visiting the new conservation centre that has opened. Elewana Collection continues to support conservation initiatives such as this to ensure that wildlife is protected and can be enjoyed for generations to come.The Loisaba Conservation…
Elewana Collection is joining many organisations around the world to eliminate its plastic waste, the latest being the straw. In a ground breaking initiative, we are the first in East Africa to announce that we no longer use plastic straws in our properties and have replaced these with biodegradable ones that decompose in 90-120 days.
Planning to visit Cape Town and the Western Cape?Come and enjoy, but be mindful of the drought Come enjoy….Cape Town and the Western Cape are open for business in spite of the current drought. Visitors are arriving in a place with a significant breadth and depth of experiences and exceptional beauty. However, as beautiful as…
Travel to Africa is increasing at record pace. Don’t miss an opportunity to experience Africa for yourself and sell the destination with confidence! Salute Africa – South African based tour operator with 26 years of experience in ground handling is honoured to offer yet another FAM in 2018. Highlights include: Explore the wine country, visit…
The African Union Commission is set to launch the first AU Agenda 2063 Flagship project, the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM), in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on 28th January 2018 as a historic event at the African Union Summit, nearly two decades after the adoption of the 1999 Yamoussoukro Decision. Speaking ahead of the launch…
Imvelo Safari Lodges are thrilled to announce the launch of daily horseback riding activities for guests enjoying a safari at Bomani Tented Lodge and Camelthorn Lodge in the south of Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe’s premiere national park. This fantastic new activity will kick off on March 1st, 2018 and is the first of its kind…
Great Plains Foundation is offering you an opportunity to enter a raffle to win two places on one of the May 2018 Ride for Lions departures; a five night mobile mountain-bike adventure that will help conserve Land for Lions in Kenya’s Amboseli-Chyulu Hills-Tsavo Region. The prize is for two people participating, valued at $30,000 Cost…
Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, recently re-opened after a three million dollar upgrade and refurbishment, welcomed its first guests with true Zimbabwean warmth on Christmas Day 2017. Bumi Hills, named as one of the Top 10 Spa Safari Lodges of 2018 by Travel Weekly, is the perfect destination that combines the breath-taking views and vibrant sunsets…
•Thorntree River Lodge rates now include Parks’ Fees for all new bookings.•Transfers for all third party, non-inclusive activities for guests staying at Thorntree River Lodge will now be charged for •Walking safaris have been suspended at Khwai Tented Camp and mokoro safaris have been suspended at Khwai Tented Camp and Linyanti Bush Camp and Linyanti…
Elewana Collection teams up with two highly qualified scientists to participate in the Great Grevy’s Rally in the Loisaba Conservancy. This is only the second census of its kind to take place and the very first time to include the Reticulated Giraffe. The event is being offered on a pre-booking basis at Elewana Loisaba Tented…
Air Mauritius has cancelled further flights to and from Mauritius today (January 18). On the Johannesburg and Cape Town routes, flights MK851 and MK852, and flights MK843 and MK844 have been cancelled respectively. Further flight cancellations are as follows: -Rodrigues: MK120/121, MK130/121, MK140/141. -Réunion, St Denis: MK218/219, MK238/239, MK248/249. -Réunion, St Pierre: MK226/227, MK256/257. -Antananarivo:…
On January 15, City Lodge opened the first phase of City Lodge Hotel at Two Rivers in Nairobi, Kenya, with the remainder expected to open by the end of February. The first 40 rooms are open, a further 44 rooms will be available start of February and the hotel will be fully operational by the…
Effective March 8, Mango will increase frequencies on the Johannesburg-Zanzibar route. A Thursday flight departing from OR Tambo International at 10h00 will be added to the existing Tuesday and Saturday schedule. Last month, Mango also introduced the first self-bag-drop-off technology for a low-cost airline in Africa. It is currently only available at Lanseria airport.
All visitors to Rwanda started to get a 30-day visa upon arrival without prior application,Effective Monday January 1, 2018. In view of bilateral agreements, nationals of the following countries may visit Rwanda without a visa for a period up to 90 days: Benin, Central African Republic, Chad, DRC, Ghana, Guinea, Indonesia, Haiti, Mauritius, Philippines, Senegal,…
Kenya Airways is eyeing New York in its debut direct flight to United States. New York’s JFK Airport was the United State’s fourth-busiest airport in 2016, according to Airports Council International. The national carrier is expected to start flying directly in the next three months. The airline, which last week received regulatory approval to operate…
Each year, the New York Times publishes its list of “52 Places To Go” in the year ahead. Placement on this list doesn’t just mean a destination is worth visiting, it means there is something special happening in that place, right now, that makes this the perfect time to experience it. This year, four different…
In July 2019 Rovos Rail will set off on a new 15-day trip across Tanzania, Zambia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Angola. “To be able to introduce a new adventure after 29 years in operation is exciting and presents me with a refreshing operational challenge,” says Rohan Vos, owner and CEO. “It’s taken…
FlyDubai began flights to Kilimanjaro International Airport on December 15, its third destination in Tanzania after Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar. Ghaith Al Ghaith, CEO of FlyDubai, said: “With our service to Kilimanjaro, we are responding to a growing demand for travel between the UAE and Tanzania. FlyDubai is the first UAE airline to offer…
The Langa Quarter tourism enterprise, based in Langa Township in Cape Town, was recently officially launched. Spearheaded by Tony Elvin, who has, together with the local community, transformed the township into a hub of enterprise and social development projects, The Langa Quarter SEP (Social Enterprise Precinct) project forms part of the Ikhaya Le Langa NPC…