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Lufthansa A321-100 Aborts Takeoff at Hamburg Due to Runway Incursion by Another Aircraft

Eniola OladeleOctober 23, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 23, 20240103

A Lufthansa Airbus A321-100 preparing to depart to Munich from Hamburg rejected its takeoff on 21 October 2024. Lufthansa flight LH2079, operated by an Airbus A321-100,...

JetBlue Brings Annual “Fly Like a Girl” Event to Boston

Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 22, 20240117

JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) has hosted its 10th annual Fly Like a Girl event in Boston. The program, which took place on Saturday, October 19, brought...

Africa Tourism

Tanzania beats Kenya in latest tourism awards

Eniola OladeleOctober 21, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 21, 20240153

Tanzania has overtaken Kenya in scooping tourism awards at this year’s World Travel Awards (WTA) ceremony held in Diani, Kwale County. According to the organisers, Tanzania claimed...

Tourism Transportation

Uganda Signs Deal with Turkish Company to Build 272km Railway

Eniola OladeleOctober 15, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 15, 20240150

Uganda and a Turkish company signed a deal on Monday to construct a 272-kilometre railway, marking a significant step toward improving transportation infrastructure in East...

Africa Tourism

Rwanda and Guinea Sign Agreement Establishing Permanent Joint Commission to Strengthen Bilateral Relations

Eniola OladeleOctober 11, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 11, 20240175

Rwanda and Guinea have signed twelve (12) Joint Cooperation Agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) that will enable both countries to further deepen a strong...

Africa Tourism

President Highlights Maldives’ Potential for Tourism Ventures at India-Maldives Business Forum

Eniola OladeleOctober 8, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 8, 20240174

President His Excellency Dr Mohamed Muizzu highlighted the Maldives’ significant potential for tourism ventures at the India-Maldives Business Forum held in Mumbai, India, on Tuesday....

Africa Tourism

Rwanda Safe For Tourism, Business Despite Marburg Outbreak- RDB Reassures

Eniola OladeleOctober 4, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 4, 20240191

Rwanda remains safe for travel, tourism and business, despite a recent outbreak of the Marburg Virus Disease (MVD), which the Ministry of Health says is...

Africa Tourism

Interior and Tourism Ministries Sign MoU to Strengthen Tourist Security Measures

Eniola OladeleSeptember 26, 2024September 26, 2024

by Eniola OladeleSeptember 26, 2024September 26, 20240173

In a significant move to bolster the safety and security of tourists visiting the country, the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Tourism have...

Africa Aviation Tourism Transportation

Spectacular Aircraft Displays Wow Crowds at South Africa’s Annual Aerospace Exhibition

Eniola OladeleSeptember 23, 2024

by Eniola OladeleSeptember 23, 20240229

South Africa’s skies were filled with excitement as the country hosted its annual aerospace exhibition, drawing aviation enthusiasts, professionals, and curious onlookers alike. The event,...

ARTS & CULTURE Tourism

Africa’s Tourism Boom: Unlocking the Continent’s Untapped Potential

Eniola OladeleSeptember 15, 2024

by Eniola OladeleSeptember 15, 20240220

Africa long celebrated for its diverse cultures, majestic landscapes, and rich history, is experiencing a tourism renaissance. Today, the continent stands as one of the...

Tourism Transportation

Tourism Surge in Tanzania and Zanzibar: A Record-Breaking Year for East Africa’s Paradise

Jide AdesinaSeptember 10, 2024

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 10, 20240328

Tanzania and Zanzibar are experiencing a tourism renaissance in 2024, with record-breaking numbers of visitors flocking to these stunning East African destinations. According to the...

Tourism Transportation

South African Airways Eyes Fleet Renewal with Sustainable Aircraft to Lead a Greener Future

Jide AdesinaSeptember 10, 2024

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 10, 202401103

South African Airways (SAA), once the flagship carrier of Africa, is setting its sights on a brighter and greener future with a bold initiative to...

Tourism Transportation

Kenya Airways Expands Code-Share Agreement with Delta Airlines, Strengthening U.S.-Africa Connections

Jide AdesinaSeptember 10, 2024

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 10, 20240187

In a strategic move set to enhance connectivity between Africa and the United States, Kenya Airways (KQ) has announced the expansion of its code-share agreement...

Africa Tourism

RwandAir Launches New Direct Routes to Dubai and Paris, Elevating Rwanda’s Global Connectivity

Jide AdesinaSeptember 10, 2024

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 10, 20240274

RwandAir, the pride of Rwanda’s aviation sector, is soaring to new heights with the announcement of two exciting direct routes connecting Kigali to Dubai and...

Africa ECONOMY International News Tourism

Africa’s Travel Sector on the Rise: New Developments Shaping the Continent’s Tourism Industry

Jide AdesinaSeptember 7, 2024

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 7, 20240208

Africa’s travel and tourism industry is witnessing significant growth, driven by a series of new developments and investments aimed at making the continent a global...

South America Tourism

Multiple Vehicles Catch Fire at Bethlehem Airshow in Free State

Jide AdesinaSeptember 7, 2024

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 7, 20240295

Bethlehem, South Africa Chaos erupted at the Bethlehem Airshow in the Free State on Saturday, as several vehicles parked near the event caught fire, sending...

Africa Aviation International News Tourism

Emirates Launches Inaugural Flight to Madagascar, Boosting Tourism and Economic Growth.

Jide AdesinaSeptember 6, 2024

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 6, 20240152

Emirates has expanded its global network with the addition of Madagascar as a new destination, marking a significant milestone for both the airline and the...

Africa Tourism

South Africa’s Last Captive Elephant Embarks on New Life.

Jide AdesinaSeptember 2, 2024

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 2, 20240246

Charley, once the last captive elephant in South Africa, has embarked on a new chapter of life at a private game reserve after spending 40...

Africa ECONOMY Tourism

Namibia to Address Drought Impact by Culling 83 Elephants and Distributing Meat

Jide AdesinaAugust 29, 2024

by Jide AdesinaAugust 29, 20240234

Namibia has announced plans to cull 723 wild animals, including 83 elephants, to provide meat to communities severely affected by a prolonged drought across southern...

Africa Tourism

Tourism Takes Center Stage: Tinubu Appointed Global Envoy for Ipada Initiative and Carnival 2024!

Jide AdesinaAugust 22, 2024

by Jide AdesinaAugust 22, 20240150

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to attend the Ipada Carnival 2024 as the Chief Host, marking a significant endorsement for the event, which kicks...

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