September 19
Ethiopia: Oromia to Host First-Ever Irreechaa Expo Here
Ethiopian Herald
-The Oromia State Culture and Tourism Bureau has announced its preparations for the first-ever "Irreechaa Expo 2024" at the Addis Ababa Bazar and Exhibition Center. Read more »
Ethiopia: Tourism Thrives On Collaboration to Accelerate Economic Growth
Ethiopian Herald
Unlocking the IGAD Region's Tourism Potential: A Pathway to Cultural Richness and Economic Growth Read more »
September 18
Mauritius: Mauritius and Rwanda Set to Strengthen Bilateral Ties With Focus On Air Connectivity, Financial Cooperation, and Tourism
Government of Mauritius
Port Louis, 17 September 2024 - The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Honourable Maneesh Gobin, held discussions with the newly-designated… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Debuts Tourism Satellite Account
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopia has launched the first Tourism Satellite Account (TSA), which is vital to transform the tourism industry and gauge its contribution to the national economy, the Ministry… Read more »
Uganda: Deliberate Govt Initiatives Behind Uganda's Thriving Tourism
Observer
For the past 30 years, there has been a steady increase in the contribution to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Uganda by the tourism sector. Read more »
Kenya: World Tourism Day - How Travel Management Companies Can Promote Justice and Peace in Kenya [opinion]
Capital FM
As we approach World Tourism Day, it's an opportune moment to reflect on the role Travel Management Companies (TMCs) play in fostering justice and peace. Read more »
September 17
Rwanda: Eight Multi Billion Projects That Will Boost Cultural Tourism in Nyanza
New Times
Nyanza town in Southern Province recently marked 125 years since its establishment. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Launches Tourism Satellite Account That Paves Way for Data-Driven Dev't
ENA
Ethiopia Tourism Satellite Account (TSA), a global measurement tool that would pave the way for data-driven tourism development was launched today. Read more »
Nigeria: VFS Global Alerts Nigerian Nationals to Stay Clear of Fraudulent Visa Appointments [press release]
Premium Times
Due to increased demand for visa application appointments, scammers pose as employees or associates of the organisation; or agents who promise an early appointment at an additional… Read more »
Kenya: Saudi Arabia, Canada, China Top Visa Destinations for Kenyans - VFS Global
Capital FM
Visa applications processed by VFS Global in the country have now reached 80 percent of the total requests done by the global firm in 2023. Read more »
September 16
Nigeria: Tourism Minister Announced Special Guest At African Youth Tourism Event
This Day
The highly anticipated 20th edition of Akwaaba African Travel Market, Africa's leading tourism and hospitality event, is set to take place in Lagos, Nigeria. A major highlight of… Read more »
Uganda: Entebbe Airport Passenger Traffic Hits Record High in August
Nile Post
The second highest figure recorded at Entebbe International Airport in a single month was a total of 198,961, an average of 6,418 per day, in December 2023. Read more »
September 15
Uganda: Visa Costs Soar Over Uganda Airlines' Abuja Route Launch
Nile Post
Uganda pays one of the highest visa fees to Nigeria at a time neighbouring countries like Kenya have long taken boosters Read more »
September 13
Uganda: Uganda Airlines Makes Maiden Landing in Abuja
Nile Post
The national carrier has been expanding its wings in the skies and the latest in Abuja is expected to boost tourism in the country Read more »
Nigeria: 400 Deported Nigerians Arrive Abuja Airport From UAE
Daily Trust
Four hundred Nigerians, who were deported from the United Arab Emirates, have arrived in Nigeria. Read more »
September 12
Nigeria: Emirates Hosts Travel Agents Ahead of Flight Resumption to Nigeria
This Day
Middle East mega carrier, Emirates Airlines has hosted key travel agent stakeholders in a workshop to showcase its latest products and services, as it prepares to resume flight… Read more »
September 11
Rwanda: Police Must Not Punish Businesses Transforming Kigali Into a Global Tourism City
New Times
Statistics from the Government of Rwanda show that tourism generated around $620 million in 2023--a tidy sum, especially for a country like ours, which lacks the extensive… Read more »
September 10
Ethiopia: Tourists Fascinated By Ethiopia's Unique Calendar
ENA
Tourists who are currently paying a visit in Ethiopia expressed their excitement on Ethiopia's unique calendar and extended best wishes to Ethiopians on their New Year celebration. Read more »
Kenya: Sarova Hotels & Resorts Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence With Glamorous Black-Tie Gala
Capital FM
Sarova Hotels & Resorts hosted a magnificent black-tie dinner and dance event to mark its 50th anniversary. Held at the Sarova Panafric Hotel, the evening was filled with… Read more »
Zimbabwe: All in Place for Sanganai/Hlanganani Expo
The Herald
All is now in place for this year's Sanganai/Hlanganani World Tourism Expo that runs from Thursday to Saturday this week, Tourism and Hospitality Industry Deputy Minister Tongai… Read more »
Nigeria: Transcorp Hotels Named Best Hospitality Service Provider
This Day
Global Brands Magazine (GBM), has named Transcorp Hotels Plc the Best Hospitality Service Provider in the Hotel/Hospitality Awards 2024. Read more »
September 09
Uganda: Why You Should Visit Mauritius
Observer
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to travel to Mauritius for the Africa Men's Sevens rugby tournament, hosted at the Labourdonnais sports ground in Mapou, in the northern part… Read more »
South Africa: Sun International Hitting the Jackpot With Online Gaming and Hospitality
Daily Maverick
The hospitality group has declared an interim dividend of almost 9% for the six months ended 30 June. Read more »
Uganda: Atei Transforms Karamoja Through Sustainable Tourism
Nile Post
Karamoja, a region in northeastern Uganda, is grappling with severe challenges brought on by climate change and socio-economic instability. Read more »
September 06
Nigeria: Nigeria Records Reverse Medical Tourism in Fertility Treatments
Daily Trust
The Association for Fertility and Reproductive Health (AFRH) says Nigeria is recording an influx of people from other countries to Nigeria for Assisted Reproductive Technology… Read more »