February 09
Uganda: Ugandan Travellers and U.S. Visa Crackdown
Independent (Kampala)
When U.S. Ambassador William W. Popp stepped-up to address the press at the American Centre in Kampala on Feb. 5, he was carrying a message that blended diplomacy with warning. Read more »
Tanzania: Witnessing the Serengeti Calving Season
Daily News
RIGHT now, the southern plains of the Serengeti are home to nature's most dramatic spectacle. As the Great Migration settles into the Ndutu area, the landscape transforms into a… Read more »
February 08
Ethiopia: Addis Ababa's Riverside, Corridor Projects Fuel Growth in Sports and Conference Tourism
ENA
Addis Ababa's sweeping corridor development and riverside rehabilitation projects are emerging as major drivers of sports and conference tourism, attracting growing local and… Read more »
February 05
South Africa: Turning Bloemfontein's Vacant Restaurants Into Vibrant Public Assets for Tourism and Employment [opinion]
Daily Maverick
Bloemfontein's public assets are underused due to administrative inefficiencies, resulting in lost opportunities for tourism and employment. The city urgently needs action to… Read more »
Kenya: Miano - Kenya Leveraging Ai to Lead Next Era of Global Tourism
Capital FM
The government is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and smart data as key tools to reshape the future of tourism, Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has… Read more »
Kenya: How Changing Travel Patterns Are Redefining Nairobi's High-End Hospitality Market
Capital FM
Nairobi's position as East Africa's business and diplomatic hub has made it a bellwether for how urban hospitality is evolving in the region. Read more »
February 03
South Africa: South Africa Targets Tourism Growth Through Investment, Connectivity and Visa Reforms
SAnews.gov.za
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says South Africa is strengthening its tourism growth strategy through investment promotion, improved air connectivity and visa reforms, as the… Read more »
South Africa: Tourism a Jewel in SA's Crown - President Ramaphosa
SAnews.gov.za
President Cyril Ramaphosa says government is "determined to strengthen the regulatory and policy environment to further grow" the tourism sector. Read more »
Nigeria: Agency Unveils Ai-Powered Travel Assistant to Boost Efficiency, Customer Experience
Leadership
A leading travel agency, Dees Travels and Tours, has reinforced its commitment to innovation and strategic collaboration with the unveiling of an AI-powered travel assistant, as… Read more »
February 02
Mauritius: Mauritius to Participate in Otm in Mumbai, India On 5 - 7 February 2026
Mauritius Tourism
The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) will lead a delegation to participate in OTM which is being held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, India from 5 to 7… Read more »
Angola: Cuanza-Norte Identifies 63 Tourist Attractions to Diversify the Economy
ANGOP
The Government of Cuanza-Norte will make better use of 63 tourist attractions to diversify the local economy, announced the provincial governor, João Diogo Gaspar. Read more »
February 01
East Africa: Uganda Targets Swiss Adventure Tourism Market At Zurich Fespo 2026
Nile Post
Uganda has, for the first time, joined leading global destinations such as Italy, Jordan, Australia, and Indonesia in showcasing its adventure tourism offerings to high-end… Read more »
East Africa: Uganda Breaks Into Swiss High-End Adventure Tourism Market At Zurich Fespo 2026
Nile Post
Uganda has consolidated its entry into Switzerland's lucrative adventure tourism market by making its debut appearance with a country pavilion at the 34th FESPO and Golfmesse 2026… Read more »
January 29
Uganda: Tourism Ministry to Buy Shs10 Billion Helicopter for Wildlife Surveillance
Independent (Kampala)
The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities is seeking for Shs10 billion to procure a helicopter which they say will strengthen surveillance and conservation efforts in the… Read more »
January 28
Nigeria: Police Caution Intending Travellers Against Visa Scams
Vanguard
The Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU) has cautioned intending travellers to strictly adhere to due process when applying for travel visas. Read more »
South Africa: Committee On Tourism Impressed With Tourism Beneficiaries in Overberg Region [press release]
Parliament of South Africa
The Portfolio Committee on Tourism is on a week-long oversight visit in the Western Cape to assess, among other things, tourism infrastructure and job creation. Read more »
Ghana: Justmoh Hostels' 540-Bed Hostel Facility Inaugurated
Ghanaian Times
Justmoh Hostels has inaugurated a 540-bed hostel facility for the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) School of Railways and Infrastructure Development (SRID), Essikado… Read more »
January 27
Nigeria: 10 African Countries Nigerians Can Visit Without a Visa
Vanguard
Planning a trip within African countries doesn't always have to involve long embassy queues, costly visa fees, or complicated paperwork. Read more »
January 26
Uganda: Uganda's Economy Shifted From Collapse to Stability Since 1986 - Nuwagaba
Nile Post
Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda Augustus Nuwagaba has said Uganda's economy has undergone a "fundamental change" since 1986, recovering from collapse to achieve macroeconomic… Read more »
Kenya: Climate Change Is Hurting Kenyan Women Working in Coastal Tourism - They Explain How [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
I returned home to Kenya's coast after months of winter in Germany, and the heat felt extreme. Temperatures rose past 35°C by midday under the blazing sun of Kilifi, a tourism… Read more »
East Africa: Tourism in East Africa - Chronicle of a Fragile Rebound
Capital FM
- At the end of 2025, Madagascar was the scene of a new political crisis. The removal of the president amid an electoral standoff, followed by demonstrations in Antananarivo and… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Empowers Envoys to Promote Tourism and Cultural Heritage Globally
Capital FM
The government is equipping its newly appointed envoys to showcase the country's unmatched natural beauty, wildlife, and rich cultural heritage to international audiences. Read more »
Botswana: Tourism Key to Shared Prosperity
Botswana Daily News
The Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe has emphasised the crucial role of tourism in driving socio-economic transformation and shared prosperity across Botswana. Read more »
January 25
Ethiopia: Peacebuilding Sparks Tourism Boom in Ethiopia's Amhara Region, Generating Close to 8 Billion Birr
ENA
Peacebuilding and development initiatives in Ethiopia's Amhara Region are driving a strong recovery in the tourism sector, generating more than 7.8 billion Birr in revenue during… Read more »
January 24
Africa: Big Cat Safaris in Africa - Your Ultimate African Safari Travel Company
Independent (Kampala)
A safari is not just a journey; it is a deeply emotional encounter with nature, a story woven through landscapes, wildlife, and culture. Read more »
