Africa: All of Africa Today – April 30, 2026
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East Africa: Uganda Showcases Tourism On French TV Series Échappées Belles
[Nile Post] Uganda has secured major international visibility following its feature on Season 20 of the French travel documentary series Échappées Belles, broadcast on France 5 Television every Saturday evening after its initial airing on April 25, 2026.
Gambia: Trade Ministry, ITC to Empower585 Entrepreneurs in Gambia’s Tourism and Creative Industries
[The Point] In an effort to boost Gambia’s tourism and creative sectors, 585 entrepreneurs have been selected to take part in the ‘Andandorr’ Programme rolled out by the International Trade Centre(ITC) and the Ministries of Tourism and Trade.
Tanzania: Tanzania Rules Out Any Plan to Ban Tourist Hunting
[Daily News] Arusha — THE Tanzanian government has ruled out any plan to suspend or ban tourist hunting, saying it is instead strengthening policies, laws and guidelines to ensure the activity supports conservation, national revenue and community development.
Rwanda: Rwanda’s Tourism Revenues Hit Rwf1tn in 2025 – Report
[New Times] Rwanda’s tourism sector sustained its upward trajectory in 2025, generating $685 million (approx. Rwf1 trillion) in revenues, a 6 per cent increase from 2024, according to Rwanda Development Board’s (RDB) annual report.
Ghana: GTA Begins Inspection, Licence Renewal of Hospitality Facilities
[Ghanaian Times] The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has began an inspection and licence renewal exercise for food, beverage and entertainment enterprises in the Greater Accra Region on Monday.
Uganda: Utb Orders Travel Agencies to Stop Labour Export Activities, Warns of Sanctions
[Nile Post] The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has ordered tour and travel companies across the country to immediately cease involvement in labour recruitment and export services, describing the practice as illegal and outside their mandated operations.
Africa: Africa Faces Mounting Risks Just As Growth Gains Take Hold
[IPS] Washington DC — Sub-Saharan Africa’s economies entered 2026 with significant momentum. The region had notched its fastest growth rate in 10 years–4.5 percent in 2025–buoyed by reduced macroeconomic imbalances, rising investment levels, and a generally supportive external environment.
Kenya: Maasai Mara Tourist Dispute Raises Investor Confidence Concerns
[Capital FM] Nairobi — A standoff involving foreign tourists at a luxury lodge in the Maasai Mara has escalated into a diplomatic and investment concern, raising fresh questions over investor protection in Kenya’s tourism sector.
Kenya: TRA Denies Maasai Mara Tourist Safety Claims, Confirms All Visitors Are Safe
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA) has strongly dismissed circulating claims alleging that tourists were held hostage within the Maasai Mara National Reserve, terming the reports as false, misleading, and alarmist.