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Langa

Langa Quarter tourism enterprise to open in Cape Town

The Langa Quarter, a new tourism enterprise in Langa township was recently launched. The enterprise is described as a hub of enterprise and social...
Expansion

AWA plans international expansion

Africa World Airlines (AWA) is planning to spread its wings internationally, looking to launch flights between Accra and London and Accra and Sao Paulo,...
reclining

British Airways does away with reclining seats in economy

British Airways will soon introduce seats in economy class that will not recline on flights less than four hours. In a statement to the Telegraph,...
US Flights

Kenya Airways opens bookings for US flights

Starting 11 January, travellers will be able to start booking advanced tickets for Kenya Airways' inaugural US flight flight to New York's JFK International...
Cholera

Zambia cholera outbreak: travel restrictions and curfew imposed

In light of the current outbreak of cholera in Zambia, Zambian officials have imposed a curfew and it is believed that they will most...
Henley

2018 Henley Passport Index released

The Henley Passport Index, widely acknowledged as the original and most authoritative passport index, with historical data spanning 13 years, has released the 2018...
Hemingways

Hemingways Watamu Hotel and Residences re-opens

Hemingways Watamu Hotel and Residences has opened its doors once more after an 18 month refurbishment project. The property boasts 39 rooms, each of which...
Rovos

New expedition for Rovos Rail

In July 2019 Rovos Rail will set off on a new 15-day expedition traversing Tanzania, Zambia, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Angola. It is...
Zambia

New national carrier for Zambia to launch in October

The Zambian government has reportedly signed a US$30 million contractual agreement with Ethiopian Airlines for the launch of a new national carrier in October...
Elephant

Wild Horizons cancels elephant-back safaris

Wild Horizons has terminated its elephant-back safaris and has replaced the activity with an elephant conservation experience. Visitors to Wild Horizons are now offered...