Ghana: Nation Goes Digital With E-Visa System
[Ghanaian Times] President John Dramani Mahama yesterday launched Ghana’s electronic visa (e-Visa) system, a digital platform designed to enable potential visitors to apply for visas online.
South Africa: Tourism Sustains Jobs, Drives International Arrivals
[SAnews.gov.za] Tourism Minister Patricial de Lille says tourism sustained 954,000 direct jobs in the economy in 2024, meaning tourism now supports 1 in every 18 jobs in South Africa and for every 13 international tourists who arrive, one job is supported.
Rwanda: Tourism, Events Continue As Ebola Prevention Measures Are Observed
[New Times] The Government of Rwanda has reassured residents and international visitors that tourism, business, conferences and travel activities across the country are continuing normally as people observe Ebola prevention measures announced by the Ministry of Health.
Tanzania: Tanzania Sees the Upgraded Nduli Airport As Boost for Business, Agriculture, Tourism
[Daily News] Iringa — DEPUTY Minister for Transport, David Kihenzile has thanked the government for delivering major infrastructure development in the Iringa Region, particularly the rehabilitation of the historic Nduli Airport, where more than 60bn/- have been invested.
Kenya: Visa Report Flags Ai-Powered Scams As Biggest Threat to Digital Payments
[Capital FM] Criminals are increasingly deploying artificial intelligence and social engineering to manipulate users into authorizing payments, a new report by Visa has revealed.
Uganda: Hospitality Sector Emerges As Strategic Driver of Uganda’s Tourism Growth At Poate 2026
[Nile Post] KAMPALA — Uganda’s hospitality sector is increasingly being recognized as a strategic pillar in the country’s tourism development, with industry stakeholders calling for stronger government support to unlock its full potential.
Kenya: Kenya Eyes 300,000 Ugandan Tourists in 2026 On Improved Air Links
[Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, May 25-Kenya is targeting a 27 per cent increase in tourist arrivals from Uganda to 300,000 in 2026, banking on improved air connectivity to deepen regional travel flows and sustain growth in its tourism sector.
South Africa: SanParks Tightens Security After Tourists Found Dead in Kruger National Park
[SAnews.gov.za] South African National Parks has announced plans to strengthen security measures in isolated areas of the Kruger National Park following the tragic discovery of two tourists who went missing in the park last week.
Tanzania: Africa House Garden Brings Japanese Cuisine to Zanzibar
[Daily News] Zanzibar’s hospitality and tourism sector has received a major lifestyle boost with the opening of what is being described as the island’s first dedicated Japanese restaurant — MARU Restaurant — at the newly completed Africa House Garden in Stone Town.
Tanzania: BMH Sets Sights On Medical Tourism
[Daily News] Dodoma — BENJAMIN Mkapa Hospital (BMH) is envisioned to transform into a medical tourism hub in Dodoma, with plans to establish a medical tourism village at the University of Dodoma (UDOM).