The appointment of a new Senior Manager: Visitor Safety & Protection Services for Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) has been announced by South African National Parks (SANParks). The announcement of Mr. Heinrych Aylward was made today via a press release dated 15 December 2025. According to the release, this appointment follows extensive stakeholder engagements which…
Patricia de Lille, South Africa’s Minister of Tourism, has welcomed Cabinet’s concurrence of the Tourism Growth Partnership Plan (TGPP), a unified actionable five-year roadmap developed jointly by government and the tourism private sector to unlock the full potential of tourism as a key driver of inclusive economic growth and job creation in South Africa. The…
Marriott has debuted its first Autograph Collection property in Cape Town. Morea House, Autograph Collection, which is inspired by the raw beauty, vibrant culture, and laid-back spirit of South Africa’s Mother city, Cape Town, has officially opened its doors in Camps Bay, according to a press release dated 11 December 2025. The new 90-room hotel…
New Year, New Adventures. From volcanic peaks to rushing rivers, here are 12 heart-pounding experiences to add to your wishlist. Your 2026 adrenaline rush starts here. 1. RIDE THE RAPIDS OF THE ZAMBEZI Feel the raw power of one of the world’s wildest rivers. Just below the magnificent Victoria Falls, the Zambezi River serves up…
South Africa’s famous Garden Route National Park has finalised its state of readiness for the 2025 festive season across the three sections – Wilderness, Tsitsikamma, and Knysna, ensuring strengthened visitor services, safety measures, and operational efficiency ahead of the busy holiday period. This was relayed via a press release dated 10 December 2025. The Wilderness…
Twenty-four (24) southern white rhino, in a significant demonstration of conservation collaboration, have been translocated to Garamba National Park in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) from South Africa. This marks an important step in restoring Garamba’s ecological integrity and its contribution towards securing a future for this iconic species in Central Africa. The translocation,…
Life is very unpredictable. We make plans, draw roadmaps, and set timelines for how we intend to achieve our goals. We dream, we strategize, we work hard — and then life just happens. Nothing ever truly prepares you for when life happens. I’m not sure there are enough books, podcasts, or sermons that can fully…
The Quality Assurance Team of the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has commenced a comprehensive training programme for directors, managers, and staff of tourism accommodation facilities across the Albertine region, including Hoima, Buliisa, Kikuube, Kagadi, and Masindi. The training, currently underway at Golden Castle Hotel in Hoima, focuses on equipping hospitality establishments with the knowledge and…
Jambojet, East Africa’s leading regional airline, has clinched two major industry accolades, as it further cemented its position as a trailblazer in African Aviation. The regional powerhouse won the Airline of The Year for the Best Improved Financial Results by the African Airlines Association (AFRAA). In addition, the airline bagged the Best Domestic Airline at Kenya Travel Business Awards…
In June 2025, the heart of Africa pulsed with renewed energy as tourism leaders, policymakers, cultural advocates, and international delegates gathered in Abuja, Nigeria, for the 68th Meeting of the UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa. This landmark event did not just spotlight tourism—it reignited Africa’s collective conscience on the pressing need to reclaim and…
