The US Department of State raised its travel advisory for Kenya from Level 2 to Level 3 (“Reconsider Travel”) on October 19, 2026, citing health risks related to Ebola. The updated advisory also identifies crime, kidnapping, terrorism, civil unrest, and traffic safety concerns, with Level 4 (“Do Not Travel”) warnings applying to specific areas. As…
All travellers entering Tanzania are now required to complete an online health declaration form. The form is available at https://afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz and must be completed before departure or on arrival. According to Tanzania’s Ministry of Health, travellers must provide accurate information and retain their confirmation QR code or reference number for verification by port health authorities…
SA Tourism has opened hosted buyer applications for Meetings Africa 2027 following the opening of exhibitor registration in September. Travel arrangements for hosted buyers will be undertaken after confirmation of participation. Corne Koch, Chief Convention Bureau Officer at the South African National Convention Bureau, told Tourism Update that exhibitor applications for next year’s Africa’s Travel Indaba (ATI)…
Radisson Hotels is set to manage a redeveloped Charters Creek resort in KwaZulu-Natal’s iSimangaliso Wetland Park following the appointment of Black Mussel Cracker as the developer and operator under a 40-year concession. The deal is one of two public-private partnerships (PPPs) showcased at the park’s commercialisation launch last week as part of efforts to attract…
JENMAN African Safaris has introduced Cape Town, Saint Helena Island & Kruger, a 13-day tailor-made tour combining South Africa’s iconic landscapes, the remote beauty of Saint Helena Island, and an unforgettable safari experience in the Greater Kruger region. The itinerary begins in Cape Town, where travellers discover the city’s dramatic coastline, Table Mountain, Cape Peninsula,…
The Seychelles tourism industry is mourning the passing of Mickey Mason, co-founder of Mason’s Travel and a respected entrepreneur, conservationist and pioneer of the country’s tourism sector. For more than five decades, Mason played an important role in the development of Seychelles, building businesses that created opportunities for local communities and supported the country’s economic…
Dear Partners and Industry Colleagues, We are pleased to announce an important milestone in Auric Air Services Limited’s continued commitment to safety and operational excellence. Effective 1 November 2026, all Auric Air flights will operate with two pilots on board. This initiative further strengthens our flight operations, supports cockpit coordination, and reinforces our commitment to safe, reliable…
Mereshi Safari Camp Serengeti, an Autograph Collection property, will open in November. Located near the Fort Ikoma Gate in the Serengeti, the camp will have 18 tents elevated on decks. Guests will have two restaurants: one inside the shared tented area and another outside in the boma surrounding a fire. Read more and see photos…