As part of sustained efforts to guarantee the safety and security of all activities scheduled under the December in GH calendar, Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has held a high-level coordination meeting with event organisers and the Ghana Police Service at the Ghana Police Headquarters. This was made known via a news report on 19 December…
One of Africa’s most cherished heritage hotels, Fairview Hotel Nairobi in Kenya is now part of Vignette Collection, a growing family of one-of-a-kind hotels in destinations to remember. The 99-room boutique hotel, affectionally known as Upper Hill’s living garden hotel, represents the brand’s first in Africa and first on the continent to join IHG Hotels & Resorts’…
An agreement has been reached by Marriott International, Inc. and V&A Waterfront Holdings, as both announced on Thursday 18 December 2025, a signed agreement to open The Cape Town EDITION within the V&A Waterfront in 2026. This milestone agreement is anticipated to mark the debut of EDITION Hotels in Africa, bringing its signature taste-making design,…
In partnership with the County Government of Turkana and key regional stakeholders, Kenya Tourism Board (KTB), has intensified efforts to enhance the overall visitor experience in Northern Kenya. Speaking ahead of this year’s celebrations to be unveiled by President William Ruto, the CEO of Kenya Tourism Board, Ms. June Chepkemei pointed out the immense tourism…
From the bustling streets of Umlazi, a township in KwaZulu Natal South Africa, to the big city lights of Nairobi, beaming with the Spirit of African Unity as The Magical Kenya Travel Expo was underway, a girl could have only dreamed of such a wholesome experience. This was my very first time abroad so the…
One of the world’s leading hotel companies, IHG Hotels & Resorts, announced on Tuesday 16 December 2025, the signing of a franchise agreement with Sirayane Hospitality, a local high end hospitality investor and operator with over twenty years’ experience in Marrakech, to develop Kimpton Marrakech, a 67-key luxury lifestyle hotel opening in Q4 2026. The…
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda – Deep in the mist-covered forests of southwestern Uganda, a remarkable conservation story is unfolding. Uganda’s mountain gorillas, once teetering on the brink of extinction, have seen a steady population increase thanks to decades of dedicated protection efforts. Today, these majestic primates are not only a symbol of wildlife resilience…
South African National Parks (SANParks) has reminded day visitors planning to visit the Kruger National Park (KNP) during the festive season that gate quotas will be in place to prevent overcrowding on the roads and facilities. Visitors are advised to book online at SANParks.org, for a non-refundable administration fee of R59 for adults and R29…
Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Kenya Airways, Allan Kilavuka is set to leave the airline at the expiration of his contract with the company. According to a report by ATCNews.org, Mr. Kilavuka will be exiting the company as he proceeds on terminal leave ahead of the expiry of his contractual tenure, following…
Africa’s largest aviation group, Ethiopian Airlines Group, has announced the launch of its new premium lounge at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Ethiopian Airlines unveiled the new facility on Tuesday 16 December 2025, in a ceremony attended by high level government officials, the airline’s Board Chairman and board members, executive management, stakeholders, and customers. Covering…
