Seychelles Tourism Department has commenced the New Year with renewed vigour at the International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR) 2026 in Madrid, Spain — one of the world’s leading tourism exhibitions bringing together global tourism leaders, tour operators and media professionals. Led by the Minister for Tourism and Culture, Ms Amanda Bernstein, the Seychelles delegation is…
Africa’s leading carrier, Ethiopian Airlines Group, confirmed on Tuesday 20 January 2026, the purchase of nine Boeing 787-9 aircraft, with deliveries planned between 2031 and 2033. The addition of the aircraft aims at expanding the airline’s route network and enhance its international connectivity, providing more flexible flight options for passengers. The airline’s latest B787 order…
On Saturday 17 January 2026, the largest aviation center of excellence in Africa, Ethiopian Aviation University, graduated a total of 457 aviation professionals from 12 countries. The graduates were trainees of the university’s Pilot Training, Aircraft Maintenance Training, and Cabin Crew Training schools. Marking the trainees’ achievement, the university held a vibrant graduation ceremony at…
Amir Golbarg Minor Hotels has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer – Middle East & Africa, with effect from 1 January 2026. The information was made available in a release dated 14 January 2026. The promotion reflects Amir’s exceptional leadership and the region’s record year of growth, marked by strong performance across all key indicators,…
Leadership is not theatre. It is duty. And duty is measured not by applause, but by outcomes. From a 2025 political statement. Alain St. Ange is the former Seychelles Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports, and Marine, and a globally recognised tourism leader. Currently heading the “Saint Ange Consultancy,” he previously published the widely-read “Saint…
A press release has been issued by Kenya Airways over an article published by The Standard Newspaper with the headline, “Leases, looting and a grounded fleet expose turbulence at KQ.” The national carrier, while recognizing the importance of public scrutiny and open discourse, took exception to the allegations which it claims are not verified. “We…
The flooding in the Kruger National Park, which resulted in the precautionary evacuation of visitors from affected areas is a major concern for the authorities and stakeholders in the South African tourism industry. In a press statement issued today, the Minister of Tourism, Patricia de Lille, expressed her solidarity with tourists who have been affected…
The irrepressible Alain St. Ange, one of the world’s most influential tourism leaders, former Seychelles government minister, author, global consultant, and political leader has been confirmed as a keynote speaker at the Clevenard Open Project 2026, a landmark four-day international event, scheduled for 27–30 August 2026 at the Palau de Congressos d’Alicante, Avinguda de Dénia, 47–49,…
Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup which is scheduled to take place in the United States of America, Canada and Mexico, Ghana is making every effort to capitalize on its qualification for the global event to market the West African nation through fan engagement and cultural promotion. To this end, the Chief Executive Officer…
A landmark Diaspora Dinner was hosted on Saturday 20 December 2025 by the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) that reaffirmed the country’s commitment to deepening global Black partnerships, cultural diplomacy, and investment-led tourism as part of the national reset agenda. According to media release, the high-level gathering brought together members of the diaspora, creative industry leaders,…
