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South Africas G20 presidency in 2025 presents a host of opportunities for the countrys tourism and hospitality suppliers as government needs the industrys help to showcase the best of what it has to offer. So said Minister of Tourism Patricia De Lille in her keynote speech openin

Qatar Airways' strategic investment in Airlink marks a significant milestone in African aviation, presenting substantial benefits for South African travellers and the broader continental market. So said Euan McNeil, MD of Flight Centre Travel Group South Africa, in response to ne

Delta Air Lines WiFi roll-out is taking off internationally and will be available on South African routes from mid-2025. And it will be free of charge! As we continue to roll out fast, free WiFi and the in-flight experiences it powers, were able to serve customers travelling both domest

Kenya Airways (KQ) has signed a partnership agreement with tech giant Safaricom aimed at driving innovations that will enhance the airlines operational efficiency, strengthen cybersecurity and elevate the customer experience. KQ and Safaricom will focus on enhancing connectivity, in-fli

Mashatu in Botswanas Northern Tuli Game Reserve is developing the Lala Limpopo sleepout hide due to launch in October. The exclusive overnight photography experience was established through a partnership with concessionaire C4 Photo Safaris and co-founded by Shem Compion , a prof

Optimism for the future and celebration of the unity that emerges from South Africas people, cultures and connections are the focus areas of Tourism Month this September. South Africas Tourism Month theme was officially launched in the Northern Cape capital, Kimberley, today (Tuesday, A

In light of recent global health declarations regarding Mpox, the SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance has reiterated that Southern Africa remains a safe and welcoming destination for tourism. It further emphasised the regions swift and coordinated response to the situation while high

Botswanas Mashatu Game Reserve has announced two significant leadership appointments. Peter Bale has been promoted to Operations Director. Born and raised in Mathathane, Botswana, Bales journey with Mashatu began in December 2013 as Assistant Lodge Manager. His dedication, leader

SAA has delayed the release of its 2023 audited financials due to a disagreement with the Auditor General on the treatment of revenue from expired air tickets. The airline emphasised that the SAA board would ensure that the publishing of the audit of the last financial year would not be