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Kenyan airline, Safarilink, has suspended all scheduled passenger services from April 1 to May 31, in accordance with the Kenyan government’s directives to contain the spread of COVID-19. “The health and…
Friday, 03 April 2020 14:46
Tourism sector steps in to assist stranded and quarantined travellers
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An amount of up to R30 million (€1.52m) taken from the TOMSA tourism levy – has been earmarked to assist travellers who may be stranded or need to be quarantined…
Kenya’s tourism strategy to beat COVID-19Kenya’s government has created a National Tourism Crisis Steering Committee to not only plan the country’s tourism recovery post COVID-19 but include mitigating measures for…
According to the latest figures by Statistics South Africa, January saw a decrease in the number of foreign travellers, excluding those from African countries, with a total of 227 370 compared…
SATSA has shared a message from the French Ambassador, Aurélien Lechevallier, to any French non-resident citizens who might still find themselves stuck in South Africa and neighbouring countries.“In this unprecedented international…
The British High Commissioner in South Africa, Nigel Casey, has provided more information to British travellers stuck in South Africa during the lockdown.The British Consul General is engaging urgently with South…
The President of Botswana, Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi, today (March 31) declared a State of Public Emergency that includes Botswana going into a nationwide lockdown from midnight on April 2.“Where the President…
The town of Cuito Cuanavale in Angola is hoping to attract tourists in the future as it celebrates 32 years since the battle of the same name.A memorial to the…
Following an exemption from lockdown regulations, several hotels remain operational as tourists from high-risk countries are being quarantined in hotels across the country.Despite being barred from regular operation, under the…
SAA is engaging with a number of countries to repatriate foreign tourists stranded in South Africa since the country went into lockdown, confirms Louise Brugman, spokesperson for SAA’s rescue practitioners, Les Matuson and Siviwe…
“Postpone, don’t cancel!” is the message in West Coast Way’s statement announcing that its attractions will be closed for the duration of the lockdown.“We are encouraging travellers to postpone their journey…
Monday, 30 March 2020 09:28
Non-Iata operators face refund challenges for Airlink flights
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Airlink is no longer accepting 083 coupons issued to customers by SAA, and the coupons are now non-refundable, posing a problem for agents and tour operators.Angela Matthews, Owner and Director…
Kenya has taken further measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 by selecting 86 hotels across the country to use as designated facilities to quarantine visitors for 14 days.The names…
The President of Zambia, Dr Edgar Chagwa Lungu, announced yesterday (March 25), that the government would launch phase one of its plan to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 – which includes…
Tourism association, SATSA, is advocating for the “best possible relief” for its members as a result of the negative impact the global COVID-19 pandemic has had on the sector.“This is…
Tour operator, Sense Africa, has introduced its new Craft and Safari Tour in Eswatini from September 24 to October 3.The creative tour will take guests on safaris through Mlilwane Wildlife…
Cape Town has been chosen to host the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) World Congress in 2024, following the city’s recently awarded accolade as the top MICE destination in…
Wednesday, 04 March 2020 12:22
African trade show to continue with precautions in place
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In the wake of the cancellation of ITB Berlin (scheduled to start this week) due to concerns about coronavirus, Reed Exhibitions South Africa has advised that there are no plans…
Five hundred young people from across the Commonwealth will have the opportunity to confront some of the biggest challenges facing the world at the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting…
Wednesday, 04 March 2020 12:18
Tourism industry unites as SA remains free of coronavirus cases
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Tourism industry organisations are urging everyone in the industry to speak as “one voice” to ensure the message that “South Africa remains open for business” amid the outbreak of the…
Monday, 02 March 2020 07:16
Springbok Atlas Tours & Safaris - Travel for Exploration and Conservation
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Springbok Atlas Tours & Safaris have developed a travel for exploration and conservation package. It is a self-drive adventure through South Africa that makes your travel matter! Along the way…
