Daily Archives: August 12, 2026

Emirates Bets Bigger on Africa as South African Airways Partnership Unlocks Nine More Destinations

The Dubai-based carrier and South African Airways (SAA) have expanded their nearly 30-year partnership into a reciprocal codeshare agreement, opening access to nine additional destinations across South Africa and neighbouring countries while strengthening Johannesburg’s position as one of Africa’s leading aviation hubs. The agreement marks a significant shift in the relationship between the two airlines.…

Namoni Lodge Debuts in Uganda

The new Namoni Lodge has opened on the edge of Uganda’s Kidepo Valley National Park as part of a broader conservation and community tourism initiative in the Karamoja region. Located metres from the park boundary within a community conservancy, the lodge features 10 mid-luxury cabins overlooking the surrounding landscape as well as a restaurant and…

Table Mountain Cableway Reopens

Following a scheduled two-week closure for maintenance, Table Mountain’s cableway reopened on Monday, August 10. The Upper Cable Station and all visitor facilities at the top, including restaurants and shops, have also reopened.

Namibia Air Eyes Take-Off

The Namibian government’s plans to establish a new national carrier have progressed with Namibia Air’s licence applications. According to a July 8 Government Gazette, Namibia Air has submitted applications to the Transport Commission of Namibia for scheduled air services and non-scheduled air services licences. If approved, Namibia Air intends to operate domestic, regional and intercontinental services…

Sierra Leone’s Tourism Moment May Finally Be Here

Sierra Leone has long had the ingredients of a compelling tourism destination — spectacular beaches, rainforest, wildlife, history and a strong cultural identity — but it has remained largely outside the mainstream African tourism circuit. That may be starting to change. A new feature from Pan African Visions highlights the country’s growing tourism ambitions and…

Why Birdwatching Is Becoming the Next Big Wildlife Travel Trend

As interest in birdwatching continues to soar, a new generation of travellers is discovering that some of the world’s most memorable wildlife encounters happen through binoculars, not always a camera lens. Recent industry reports from the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds points to growing demand from international markets, particularly the United Kingdom, for…