Nigeria: 7 African Countries On the U.S. Govt's 'Do Not Travel' List

Vanguard

As of December 2024, the U.S. Department of State has categorised 21 nations under its Level 4 "Do Not Travel" advisory, including seven African countries. Read more »

Africa: Ghana Scraps Visas for African Passport Holders in Landmark Shift

RFI

Ghana will allow visa-free entry to citizens of all African countries starting in early 2025. The move, approved by President Nana Akufo-Addo in December, makes Ghana the fifth… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Warns Citizens Against Travelling to Australia

Premium Times

According to the ministry, there has been a recent surge in antisemitic and Islamophobic hate crimes in Australia that has heightened the risk of violence. Read more »

Nigeria: Govt Issues Security Alert to Nigerians Planning to Travel to Australia

Vanguard

The Federal Government has advised Nigerian citizens planning to travel to Australia to take into consideration the prevailing security situation in some cities. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Retaliates, Cautions Nigerians Against Trip to Australia

Leadership

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advised Nigerian citizens with intentions to visit Australia to exercise caution due to a rise in reported incidents of harassment and… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Ministry of Information Calls for Responsible Use of Social Media to Avert Clan Hostilities

Radio Dalsan

The Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism of the Federal Government of Somalia says it is deeply concerned by ongoing conflicts in various parts of the country. Read more »

East Africa: Ethiopia's Conference Tourism - Facing Rosy Future

Ethiopian Herald

Despite its abundant tourism potential, Ethiopia has not fully utilized its resources due to insufficient infrastructure and inadequate site management Recognizing the economic… Read more »

Nigeria: Man Arrested At Abuja Airport for Ingesting 74 Wraps of Heroin, Cocaine

Premium Times

In another development, in Katsina, a suspect, Ibrahim Shaibu, 35, was arrested in possession of 40 album-size parcels of compressed cannabis sativa. Read more »

South Africa: 'Don't Touch My Pocket!' South African Passengers Say Airlines Must Pay for Reducing Their Carbon Footprint, Not Them [analysis]

The Conversation Africa

Airline travel is a major contributor to anthropogenic climate change, amounting to about 4% of all global greenhouse gas emissions every year. Airlines must take specific measures… Read more »

Kenya: Three French Tourists Injured in Magina Road Accident, Authorities Investigating

Capital FM

Three French tourists were injured in a road accident on Tuesday in the Magina area while travelling from Nakuru to Nairobi. Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Revives Heritage Sites to Boost Tourism, Economy

Ethiopian Herald

ADDIS ABABA-Ethiopia is making significant efforts in preserving and reopening its heritage sites that would bring notable outcomes in boosting its tourism and economy and… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Welcomes 2.5mn Tourists in 2024, Eyes 7mn By 2027

Capital FM

Kenya has recorded 2.5 million tourist arrivals in 2024, up from 1.9 million last year, with the government targeting 7 million visitors by 2027, President William Ruto has… Read more »

Mauritius: Closing of the International Kreol Festival in Mahébourg - Embracing Our Anchors

Mauritius Tourism

Over two centuries ago, cannon fire echoed across the Grand Port bay, marking the island's tumultuous history. Today, the vibrant sound of the Kreol Festival transforms the… Read more »

Uganda: Heavy Rainfall Leaves Mubende-Kasanda Route Impassable, Authorities Respond

Nile Post

Heavy rainfall has wreaked havoc on the Mubende-Kasanda route at Kalongo, rendering it impassable and causing significant disruptions for travelers. Read more »

South Africa: Naspers-Owned Prosus to Acquire Latam's Despegar for $1.7b

Daba Finance

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Kenya: SGR, Flights Fully Booked Ahead of Christmas Celebration

Capital FM

The Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) passenger service between Nairobi and Mombasa is fully booked until December 24, 2024, as Kenyans travel home and for tourism during the Christmas… Read more »

Egypt: Tourism Ministry Refutes Claims of Mr Beast Renting Giza Pyramids for Filming

Egypt Online

Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has officially denounced the swirling rumours across various news outlets and social media platforms suggesting that American YouTuber… Read more »

South Africa: Spaza Shop Registration Deadline Extended - South African News Briefs - December 18, 2024

allAfrica

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South Africa: 14 Killed in Eastern Cape Road Crash - South African News Briefs - December 17, 2024

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Seychelles: Back to Abu Dhabi! - Air Seychelles to Fly Directly From May 2025, Etihad Codeshare Reestablished

Seychelles News Agency

Air Seychelles has announced the introduction of a new, direct service connecting Seychelles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, beginning 24 May 2025. The… Read more »

Ethiopia: Addis Ababa - A Beacon of African Growth and Resilience

Ethiopian Herald

Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, and economic and diplomatic hub of Africa, has experienced notable growth in recent years, solidifying its position as a key development… Read more »

South Africa: Spaza Shop Registration Deadline Looms - South African News Briefs - December 16, 2024

allAfrica

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Tanzania: Air Tanzania Banned From EU Airspace Due to Safety Concerns

Nile Post

Several airports have since locked Air Tanzania, dealing a severe blow to the Tanzanian national carrier that must now work overtime to regain its certification or go the wet lease… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda, Steve Harvey Ink Tourism, Investment Deal

New Times

The government of Rwanda and American comedian and television host Steve Harvey's company BILT LLC, on Monday, December 16, signed an agreement to promote tourism and investment in… Read more »

South Africa: Call for Investigation Into or Tambo Fuel Collapse Must Be Heeded, for Tourist Confidence [press release]

DA

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