[New Zimbabwe] SOME 1,479 passengers have already booked their seats on state-owned airline Air Zimbabwe’s new Harare – London direct flight, Transport minister Felix Mhona has revealed.
[Nile Post] The International Gorilla Conservation Programme (IGCP) and the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) have urged hotel and lodge operators to consistently educate tourists on gorilla tracking guidelines to safeguard endangered mountain gorillas from human-transmitted diseases.
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Tourism Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has criticized Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua over his call for foreign tourists and investors to avoid Kenya, describing the remarks as “irresponsible” and warning they risk undermining investor confidence and livelihoods supported by one of the country’s biggest economic sectors.
[ENA] Addis Ababa — Addis Ababa’s ongoing corridor development has transformed the Ethiopian capital from primarily a transit point into an increasingly attractive standalone tourism destination.
[Ghanaian Times] The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has outlined a nationwide programme of activities for the 2026 Emancipation commemoration, aimed at strengthening ties between Ghana and the African diaspora while preserving the country’s historical heritage.
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia — In a major embarrassment to Liberia’s sports governance and diplomatic lobbying efforts, the Ministry of Youth and Sports (MYS) has officially canceled the Lone Star’s highly anticipated international friendly match against Minnesota United, a game that was planned by Strengthening African Resilience Towards Excellence (SARX), which was scheduled for July 26, 2026,…
Details[Ghanaian Times] Innovation remains the most critical factor in repositioning Ghana’s tourism sector to compete effectively on the global stage, the Chief of Staff at the Presidency, Mr Julius Debrah, has said.
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam — T9 Media and Communications Company has urged Tanzanian businesses to begin preparing for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), describing the tournament as a major economic opportunity expected to boost trade, investment and employment.
[RFI] Dozens of people marched peacefully outside the French Embassy in Yaoundé on Tuesday, protesting new financial requirements imposed on Cameroonian students admitted to private institutions in France, ahead of the autumn academic intake.
[Independent (Kampala)] Four African protected areas have been ranked among the world’s top 20 birdwatching destinations, highlighting the continent’s growing position in the global birdwatching tourism market.