Botswana Tourism Targets Middle East Markets at Expo 2020 Dubai

Amidst optimism and hope in reviving the tourism sector, Botswana Tourism organised a press briefing to announce the Botswana Tourism Month at the Expo 2020 Dubai. Set to be on display until the 8th  of February 2022, the one-of-a-kind showcase promises to highlight the Southern African country as a globally competitive force in tourism with a rich natural resource base and investment potential. The event will showcase Botswana’s...

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Ethiopia Seeks Investors For Tourism Sector

Ethiopia plans to attract more tourists from the Middle East to its ancient cultural heritage and historical monuments located in Harar, or the Holy City, known for its centuries old ancient Islamic heritage. However, the city of Harar is underdeveloped and lacks basic tourist infrastructure. The major problem facing the local authorities is the lack of water supply. Consequently, the government has earmarked a substantial amount of $34...

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Longstay Visa Attracts Visitors to Mauritius

Now you can live and work amidst amazing beaches, gorgeous rainforests, the world’s third-largest coral reef and beautiful lagoons by applying for a Premium Longstay Visa introduced by Mauritius to attract longterm visitors to the island nation. Mauritius has launched a new long-stay visa for those looking to relocate to the Covid-secure island for work, leisure or retirement.  The country’s new Premium Visa is valid for one...

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Radisson to open its first resort and third hotel in Zambia

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce its first resort and third hotel in Zambia, with the signing of Radisson Blu Resort Mosi-oa-Tunya, Livingstone, Zambia. Due to open by the end of 2022, this new addition places the Group firmly on track to achieving its objective of reaching 150 hotels in operation and under development in Africa by 2025. Nestled on the banks of one of Africa’s longest rivers, the Zambezi, in Mosi-oa-Tunya...

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Association of Uganda Tour Operators Elects New Chair

The Association of Uganda Tour Operators (AUTO) elected Civy Tumusiime as its new Chairperson at the 25th Annual General Meeting held at Hotel Africana in Kampala. The election was presided over by Stephen Masaba, Business Development Director of Uganda Wildlife Authority as returning officer; Bradford Ochieng, Deputy CEO of Uganda Tourism Board (UTB); Innocent Asiimwe, Quality Assurance Officer of UTB; and Ronnie Mulongo of the Private Sector...

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The Airbnb of Africa

Nigerian startup Nwanndo has launched a groundbreaking web app offering users access to what is essentially an “Airbnb for Africa”. Founded by Okereke Ikenna and Venetia Grant, Nwanndo connects people with places to stay and things to do around Africa, and allows individuals to monetise their extra space or travel expertise. The startup’s goal is to open up a new type of tourism trade in Africa, removing the need for...

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Tanzania Invites Investors to Build Hotels in Dodoma

Tanzania government is inviting international investors to open new hotels in the new capital city Dodoma in a bid to attract more international visitors and investors to the new capital. Although a popular tourist destination, Dodoma has limited high-class accommodation facilities. Due to the fact that the new capital city of Tanzania is lacking hotels with prestigious standards to accommodate diplomats, international business...

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Radisson Hotel Group to open six new hotels in Africa

Radisson Hotel Group plans to add six new hotels to its African portfolio, bringing the total to almost 100 hotels across 32 African markets. Building on the recent announcement of its reinforced African development team structure, the announcement of the six new hotels further demonstrates the Group’s commitment to the African continent's hospitality industry. Building on the recent announcement of its reinforced African...

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