In a decisive move to revitalize the nation’s tourism sector, the South African Cabinet has given its concurrence to the appointment of a new, skills-based Board for South African Tourism (SA Tourism). The announcement, made on August 11, 2026, marks the end of an interim leadership period and sets the stage for a three-year term…
Grace Ntahinta Mboumba is a distinguished tourism executive, entrepreneur, and destination development strategist dedicated to advancing Gabon‘s tourism industry and promoting sustainable economic growth through travel, investment, and international collaboration. With more than 15 years of professional experience and a Master’s degree in Tourism & Hospitality Management, she has established herself as one of Gabon’s…
In a bold pivot from regional politics to international development, Faouzia Vitry has left her high-profile career in Reunion Island to spearhead a transformative mission in the Comoros. Appointed as the President-Director General of SPV-SAS-2027, Vitry is no longer just a politician; she is the architect of a legacy project designed to redefine the 2027…
21 South African youths bags certificates as Green Tourism practitioners in major sustainability push Pretoria – In a significant move to align the tourism sector with global climate goals, the Department of Tourism, in partnership with the National Cleaner Production Centre of South Africa (NCPC-SA), has officially certified 21 young professionals. The ceremony, held in Pretoria,…
The British actor, comedian, and wildlife broadcaster who captured hearts on The Goodies and later as a beloved nature presenter has passed away. Tributes are pouring in, including warm recollections from the Seychelles where he filmed wildlife documentaries decades ago. Bill Oddie, a household name in the UK for his dual legacy of surreal comedy and passionate…
A new comprehensive report traces the evolution of Seychelles’ published history, from early colonial medical accounts to the political memoirs of its founding presidents and the modern tourism narratives shaping the archipelago’s global image. Books do more than fill shelves; they solidify a nation’s identity. For the Seychelles, an archipelago of 115 islands scattered in…
Adapt or Stagnate: KATA Coast Chief calls for strategic pivot amid 2026 global travel headwinds at Chairman’s Breakfast Hotel Sapphire, Mombasa — In a speech that blended sobering realism with unwavering optimism, Patrick Kamanga, Chairman of the Kenya Association of Travel Agents (KATA) Coast Chapter, urged industry stakeholders to pivot strategically as global geopolitical tensions and…
Abuja, Nigeria – In a decisive move to cleanse the nation’s tourism and hospitality landscape, stakeholders have unanimously agreed on the creation of a National Hospitality and Tourism Integrity Register, colloquially dubbed the “Industry Black Book.” The landmark resolution was reached on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, during the NIHOTOUR Stakeholder Engagement Forum in Abuja. The new register aims to document individuals…
As Lead City University, Ibadan PhD Law Candidate proffers solutions to industry challenges at NIHOTOUR Stakeholder Engagement Forum In a landmark move toward professionalizing Nigeria’s tourism and hospitality industry, leading academics, regulators, and industry stakeholders have endorsed a Hybrid Professional Governance Framework that merges statutory regulation with professional self-governance. The proposal emerged from the NIHOTOUR Stakeholder Engagement Forum held…
Clevenard is honoured to announce that Ambassador Alain St. Ange — renowned tourism leader, former Seychelles government minister, author, global consultant, and political figure — will be a distinguished keynote speaker at the Clevenard Open Project 2026. Event: Clevenard Open Project 2026Dates: 27–30 August 2026Venue: Palacio de Congresos Alicante, Spain At the Global Authors’ Recognition…
