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Saudia introduces Airbus A321XLR as first Middle East and Africa airline for longer direct flights

Saudia has received its first Airbus A321XLR, marking a new phase for travel from Saudi Arabia. The long-range narrow-body aircraft can support more direct routes to Europe, Africa and Asia, offering greater flexibility for passengers planning business, leisure or connecting journeys

26.05.2026

Travel

Ovation Global DMC expands business travel in Africa to 15 destinations for events and incentives

Ovation Global DMC has expanded its Africa portfolio to 15 destinations for business travel, conferences and incentive programs. This guide highlights key locations, seasons, logistics and practical planning tips for corporate events across Africa

14.05.2026

Travel

Ethiopian Airlines and Visa expand partnership for digital payments and travel-related cards

Find out how Ethiopian Airlines and Visa are expanding their cooperation through co-branded cards, digital payments and loyalty programs. We bring an overview of the announced partnership, its importance for international travel, cross-border transactions and the broader growth strategy of one of Africa's most important aviation groups.

06.05.2026

Travel

How Uganda and Egypt are raising the question of whether Africa can become a single tourist destination without barriers

Find out why the joint tourism promotion of Uganda and Egypt raises the broader question of African tourism. We bring an overview of visa barriers, weak air connectivity, and attempts to finally present Africa as a connected destination rather than a series of separate markets.

20.04.2026

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Egypt strengthens medical tourism toward the Middle East and Africa, but still lags behind Turkey and India

Find out how Egypt is trying to combine more affordable treatment, tourism capacities, and recovery in resorts to attract patients from the Middle East and Africa. We bring an overview of revenue growth, state plans, and the reasons why the country still cannot keep up with Turkey and India.

29.03.2026

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Uganda Airlines expands its fleet with state investment, while disruptions in the Middle East reshape African air links

Find out how Uganda Airlines, with state financing, is launching fleet expansion and why disruptions affecting Middle Eastern carriers are opening space for African airlines. We bring an overview of the investment, possible effects on tourism, cargo traffic, and Entebbe’s position on the map of regional air transport.

27.03.2026

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Virginia Messina takes over ATTA as African tourism grows rapidly and seeks greater influence in the world

Find out why the appointment of Virginia Messina to head ATTA matters for African tourism. We bring an overview of the growth in international arrivals, new market opportunities, and the challenges that will shape the role of African tourism organizations in global travel policy.

25.03.2026

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How Ker & Downey Africa is turning Africa into a destination for luxury return journeys

Find out why Ker & Downey Africa is building a different model of luxury tourism in Africa, in which privacy, personalized travel, and sustainability are becoming more important than the classic idea of safari as a one-off experience. We bring an overview of market trends and the company’s business strategy.

21.03.2026

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How Ker & Downey Africa is changing luxury travel and turning Africa into a continent guests return to

Find out why Ker & Downey Africa is building a new vision of luxury travel in Africa, in which privacy, personalized safari arrangements, and sustainability are changing the idea of the continent as a destination for only one trip of a lifetime.

20.03.2026

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Seychelles open despite flight disruptions: more routes from Europe and Africa to Mahé with transfers in the Middle East

Find out how Seychelles in March 2026 welcomes travelers without extraordinary restrictions and which alternative routes can get you to Mahé. We provide an overview of European and African connections, tips for checking flights and travel authorizations, and what Tourism Seychelles and the airport recommend. If you are planning a trip, learn where to find official information and how to avoid inconvenient connections.

03.03.2026

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Angola as ITB Berlin 2026 host: can a three-day fair deliver a real tourism breakthrough on the global stage

Find out what Angola gains from being the host country of ITB Berlin 2026 and whether a three-day B2B fair can change international perception. We provide investment context, industry reactions, and the biggest challenges—from air connectivity and infrastructure to visa facilitation—and the indicators that will reveal after the fair whether growth is real.

20.02.2026

Travel

Sudan reconnects Port Sudan and Khartoum: the first domestic commercial flight opens the way to restoring transport in the country

Find out how Sudan Airways re-established the domestic Port Sudan–Khartoum route on 02 February 2026 and what it means for travelers in the country. We provide context on the airport’s recovery, security challenges, and possible effects on humanitarian logistics, medical teams, and the economy, explaining why Port Sudan has become a key hub.

02.02.2026

Africa

Articles with this tag

Saudia introduces Airbus A321XLR as first Middle East and Africa airline for longer direct flights

Ovation Global DMC expands business travel in Africa to 15 destinations for events and incentives

Ethiopian Airlines and Visa expand partnership for digital payments and travel-related cards

How Uganda and Egypt are raising the question of whether Africa can become a single tourist destination without barriers

Egypt strengthens medical tourism toward the Middle East and Africa, but still lags behind Turkey and India

Uganda Airlines expands its fleet with state investment, while disruptions in the Middle East reshape African air links

Virginia Messina takes over ATTA as African tourism grows rapidly and seeks greater influence in the world

How Ker & Downey Africa is turning Africa into a destination for luxury return journeys

How Ker & Downey Africa is changing luxury travel and turning Africa into a continent guests return to

Seychelles open despite flight disruptions: more routes from Europe and Africa to Mahé with transfers in the Middle East

Angola as ITB Berlin 2026 host: can a three-day fair deliver a real tourism breakthrough on the global stage

Sudan reconnects Port Sudan and Khartoum: the first domestic commercial flight opens the way to restoring transport in the country

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