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Category - Africa Travel News
Stay informed with the latest Africa Travel News, including destination updates, tourism trends, airline developments, hotel news, safaris, travel policies, events, and safety alerts across the African continent. eTurboNews provides independent, real-time reporting for travelers and tourism professionals following Africa’s diverse and fast-growing travel sector.
From Etihad and Lufthansa to Aeromexico: Aviation’s Busy Week of New Routes, Big Ambitions and Difficult Skies
New routes to unexpected destinations, an airport opening in Australia, airline bosses making bold...
Kenya’s New US Level 3 Travel Advisory: Is an Ebola Health Warning Putting an Entire Tourism Economy at Risk?
The US State Department's new Level 3 travel advisory for Kenya raises serious questions about...
East Africa’s AFCON 2027 Visa Plan: Why Can’t Tourists Travel Freely All Year?
Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda are working toward a common tourist visa for the 2027 Africa Cup of...
Angola Bets on German Tourists: Will a New DRV Deal Deliver?
Angola’s tourism promotion institute, INFOTUR, and the German Travel Association (DRV) are...
Tanzania Tourism Police Extortion Network? TTSSP Safety Leader Alleges Death Threats After Exposing Corruption
“You Do Not Qualify to Be a Tanzanian”: TTSSP Leader Alleges Death Threats and Tourism Police...
Pyne Awards Africa 2026 Puts Mozambique in the Spotlight for Tourism and Investment
Pyne Awards Africa 2026 brought tourism leaders, hospitality executives and decision-makers to...
Eastern Cape restores 17,000 hectares of grassland; tourism remains a future possibility
Travel And Tour World reports that nearly 1,000 herders participated in restoring 17,000 hectares...
Condor’s Year-Round Seychelles Flights Show the Growing Power of Vacation Airlines
Condor’s decision to fly Frankfurt–Seychelles year-round highlights a bigger shift in leisure...
EgyptAir Launches Zanzibar Flights as African Airlines Race to Expand Across Africa
EgyptAir’s new Cairo-Zanzibar flights are part of a bigger aviation shift across Africa. From...
Dubai Hotels Are Struggling. Why Is Burj Khalifa Developer Mohamed Alabbar Betting on Zimbabwe?
Dubai’s luxury hotels are struggling, yet Burj Khalifa developer Mohamed Alabbar is looking toward...
Alain St.Ange: Tourism Must Deliver Real Value to Communities
Ambassador Alain St.Ange has challenged the global tourism industry to look beyond visitor numbers...
What Is in Germany? Building a Ghana–Germany Economic Partnership for 2030
Ghana and Germany have an opportunity to transform decades of cooperation into a stronger economic...
Africa Tourism Investment in 2026: Visas Are Opening, So Where Are the Investors?
Africa's tourism investment story is changing fast. Visa barriers are falling, arrivals are...
Safari to Seychelles: Kenya Airways Opens a Dream African Escape for Americans
A new Seychelles–Kenya Airways partnership is giving American travelers an enticing way to...
Dine Bouraima’s ATC Appointment Puts Benin-Nigeria Tourism Partnership in Focus
Dine Bouraima’s appointment as African Travel Commission Co-Chair brings new attention to the...
Ebola, Travel Warnings and Tourism: Is the World Punishing the Entire DRC for a Crisis in the East?
WHO and Africa CDC advise against unnecessary travel and trade restrictions despite DRC’s Ebola...
US Deportation Deals: Are Some African Nations Selling Their Tourism Reputation?
Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial...
Are Hotels in Ghana Really More Expensive Than West Africa? A Balanced Perspective
Are hotels in Ghana really more expensive than those in the rest of West Africa? Tourism consultant...
Authentic Tourism: São Tomé and Príncipe: Africa’s Last “Leve Leve”
São Tomé and Príncipe is quietly emerging as one of Africa's most extraordinary sustainable tourism...
Can the 2027 Indian Ocean Games Transform Tourism in Comoros?
The 2027 Indian Ocean Island Games could provide Comoros with a rare tourism breakthrough. A...
Opinion: Clickbait Headlines Are Hurting Travel More Than They Are Helping Travelers
Clickbait headlines are increasingly distorting travel safety, damaging destinations, and...
Where Heritage Meets Nature: Rendezvous Praslinois Brings Fond Ferdinand to Life
The newly rebranded Rendezvous Praslinois transformed Fond Ferdinand Nature Reserve into a vibrant...
South Africa’s Tourism Growth Raises Bigger Question: Do African Travelers Feel Welcome?
South Africa's tourism arrivals continue to grow despite recurring anti-foreigner protests, but...
Egypt’s Damietta Attack Is a Security Warning — Not a Verdict on Tourism
A reported drone strike at Egypt's Damietta Port highlights how regional conflict can damage a...
Uganda Declares Itself Ebola-Free: Can Tourism Recover While Ebola Persists Next Door?
Uganda has officially declared itself Ebola-free after meeting international health criteria. But...
Angola Hosts ICAO Global Aviation Gender Summit, Spotlighting Women’s Future in Aviation
Angola is strengthening its international profile by hosting the ICAO Global Aviation Gender Summit...
Seychelles Strengthens Global Lifeline with Ethiopian Airlines Double-Daily Service
Seychelles is strengthening its position as one of the Indian Ocean's best-connected island...
Marriott Expands All-Inclusive Resorts in Jamaica and Zanzibar Amid Growing Competition
Marriott International is expanding its all-inclusive portfolio with new agreements in Jamaica and...
Uganda Airlines Bets on Boeing to Build East Africa’s Next Aviation Hub
Uganda Airlines has placed its first-ever Boeing order, acquiring four 737 MAX and four 787...
Burkina Faso’s Road to Global Tourism: Resilience, Innovation, and a New Vision
Burkina Faso is redefining its future through resilience, innovation, and cultural tourism. Despite...
Do Tourism Investment Summits Really Attract Investment?
Governments spend millions on tourism investment summits, aviation conferences and hospitality...
African Tourism Board Leads Continental Call for Safe Travel Across Africa
The African Tourism Board and Nigeria have strengthened their partnership to promote safe mobility...
Air Zimbabwe to Resume Direct Harare–London Gatwick Flights After More Than 14 Years
Air Zimbabwe will resume direct flights between Harare and London Gatwick by the end of July 2026...
African Air Transport Convention 2026 Ends with Landmark Lomé Declaration
The inaugural African Air Transport Convention & Expo 2026 concluded in Lomé with the adoption...
Proud Island Nation Seychelles Hosts 69th UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa
Seychelles has reaffirmed its leadership in African tourism by hosting the 69th UN Tourism Regional...
Seychelles Welcomes UN Tourism Leaders and African Delegates for Landmark 69th CAF Meeting
Seychelles has welcomed the UN Tourism delegation led by Secretary-General HE Shaikha Al Nuwais and...
Antigua and Barbuda Art Week 2026 Opens Call for Artists and Creatives
Antigua and Barbuda Art Week 2026 is inviting artists, creatives and experience partners to take...
Libya’s Tourism Journey: From Mediterranean Jewel to Years of Conflict—and the First Signs of a Comeback
Libya is taking cautious steps to revive its long-dormant tourism sector through a new Cultural and...
Can Tourism Deliver Tanzania’s $1 Trillion Vision by 2050?
Tanzania has placed tourism at the center of its Vision 2050 development strategy, targeting a US$1...
The Pearl of Africa Under Pressure: How Uganda’s Government Is Undermining Its Greatest Asset
Uganda possesses some of Africa's greatest natural treasures and warmest people, yet repeated...
Angola Tourism Summit Delivers Landmark Investment Success Despite Unusually Limited International Media Access
Despite receiving little international media attention, the Global Tourism Forum Angola Investment...
Who Celebrated Women in Diplomacy — and Who Remained Silent?
Who celebrates the International Day of Women in Diplomacy—and who remains silent? From Belgium's...
How Egypt Navigated Global Turbulence to Become a Tourism Powerhouse
Egypt's tourism momentum extends far beyond another Hurghada resort. By maintaining political...
Dr. Tengol K. Kplemani Appointed Ambassador for Africa by Countrystyle Community Tourism Network
Dr. Tengol K. Kplemani has been appointed Ambassador for Africa by the Countrystyle Community...
Mauritania: The Last Untouched Frontier of Authentic Tourism and Investment Opportunity
Mauritania is emerging as one of the world’s last authentic tourism frontiers. With the mysterious...
Air Zimbabwe Returns to London After 14 Years, Restoring a Vital Link to Zimbabwe
Air Zimbabwe is set to return to the UK market after a 14-year absence, launching nonstop flights...
Togo Emerges as Africa’s New Aviation Hot Spot as Leaders Gather for AFCAC Air Transport Convention & Expo 2026
Togo is stepping into the spotlight as the future hub for African aviation. The African Air...
Nampula in Mozambique to Host Tourism Gala and Tourism & Investment Forum 2026 in Mozambique
The Province of Nampula will host the Tourism Gala and Tourism & Investment Forum 2026 from...
Pope Leo XIV’s Visit to Africa Opens New Path to Faith Tourism
Pope Leo XIV’s recent African tour has sparked renewed interest in faith tourism across the...
At the Edge of the Atlantic, a Disputed Desert Bets on Tourism
In Western Sahara, luxury kite camps, military checkpoints, and geopolitical rivalries now exist...
Tourism on Edge: How the Travel Industry Is Reacting to the New Ebola Emergency
The global tourism industry is reacting cautiously—but not panicking—to the latest Ebola outbreak...
Tourism Seychelles Deepens India Engagement Following Strong 75% Growth in Visitor Arrivals
Tourism Seychelles strengthened its presence in India through a successful three-city roadshow...
Adventure Meets Paradise at the Seychelles Nature Trail 2026
On the lush island of Mahé, where emerald mountains plunge into turquoise waters, the Seychelles...
Uganda Tourism Faces New Ebola Fears as WHO Declares Global Health Emergency
Uganda’s tourism industry faces renewed uncertainty after WHO declared a global emergency over a...
Global Tourism Leaders Sail Through Suez Canal to Signal a New Era of Travel Recovery
Global tourism leaders gathered aboard the Crystal Serenity during a historic WTTC Leadership...
Kenya and Tanzania Deepen Tourism Cooperation Despite No Formal Partnership with ATB
First in 2021 and now again, Kenya and Tanzania are strengthening tourism cooperation through joint...
UWA Takes Over Management of Bugoma Central Forest Reserve
Uganda Wildlife Authority has officially assumed management of Bugoma Central Forest Reserve...
WTTC, UN-Tourism and Uganda Signal Shift in Global Tourism Leadership
Uganda has joined the World Travel and Tourism Council as a Destination Partner, signaling a...
Africa’s Aviation Growth Collides with Financing Barriers
Africa’s aviation sector is expanding rapidly, but high financing costs and blocked funds continue...
IATA Urges African Governments to Elevate Aviation as Driver of Growth and Integration
The International Air Transport Association urges African governments to treat aviation as critical...
Egypt Tops Africa in China Readiness
Egypt leads Africa in the 2026 China Ready Index®, followed by Morocco and Kenya, as destinations...
Global Fuel Shortage Forces Airlines to Cut International Routes
Global aviation faces disruption as fuel shortages force airlines to cancel or reduce major...
Is Zimbabwe’s Tourism Image at Risk? ZITF 2026 Meets Political Reality
Zimbabwe showcased its tourism potential at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair 2026, with...
Tourism Seychelles Collaborates with Beautiful Destinations for Major Global Digital Campaign
Tourism Seychelles is stepping onto the global stage in a bold, visually captivating campaign...
Africa Cannot Sell Itself in Pieces Anymore
Uganda and Egypt’s joint tourism push highlights a long-standing challenge: Africa still markets...
Seychelles Nature Trail 2026 Gains Momentum with 100 Registered Runners
The Seychelles Nature Trail 2026 is gaining momentum with 100 runners already registered. Set for...
Pope Leo XIV’s Africa Tour Highlights Peace Agenda and Opens Tourism Opportunity
Pope Leo XIV’s first African tour highlights peace, migration, and justice while exposing sharp...
Berlin Removes Marker of 1884 Conference That Divided Africa, Stirring Calls for Restoration
The unexplained removal of a Berlin marker commemorating the 1884–85 Berlin Conference — where...
Conservation Experts Seek Balance Between Wildlife and Human Activity in Tanzania
Conservation experts in Tanzania are seeking sustainable solutions to balance wildlife protection...
Nearly 1,700 British Tourists Sue TUI Over Illnesses in Cape Verde, Eight Deaths Reported
Nearly 1,700 British tourists are suing TUI after falling seriously ill during holidays in Cape...
WTM Africa 2026 Unveils Its Most Ambitious Programme Yet
Cape Town, South Africa, With just two weeks to go before the start of the event, WTM Africa 2026...
Egypt Shields Tourism from Energy-Saving Measures Amid Global Pressures
Egypt has introduced temporary energy-saving measures in response to global developments, while...
Cape Verde Tourism Grows as New Hotels and Global Connectivity Boost Appeal
Cape Verde is gaining momentum as a diverse island destination, attracting European travelers with...
Egypt’s Medical Tourism Push Gains Momentum, but Still Trails Global Leaders
Egypt’s medical tourism sector is growing rapidly, with revenues rising 76.7 percent in 2025 to $8...
Building Tourism Beyond Social Media: Why Ghana Must Prioritise Real Development Over Viral Hype?
Ghana’s tourism growth cannot rely on social media trends alone. While digital platforms boost...
Alain St.Ange: The Architect of Seychelles’ Global Tourism Voice Enters a New Era of Service
Alain St.Ange, a driving force behind the global visibility of Seychelles, has been appointed...
Air Tanzania Earns TTSSP Certification, Strengthening Visitor Safety and Industry Standards
Air Tanzania,known as the wings of Kilimanjaro, has been certified by TTSSP, reinforcing Tanzania’s...
Over 1,000 Tourists Sickened: Cabo Verde Faces Growing Shigellosis Crisis Amid Tourism Concerns
More than 1,000 tourists have been affected by a shigellosis outbreak linked to Cabo Verde resorts...
ATTA Appoints Virginia Messina as Group CEO as African Tourism Gains Momentum
Virginia Messina has been appointed Group CEO of ATTA, bringing experience from the World Travel...
