Limpopo turns to Tourism as Economic Growth Pole
South Africa’s Northernmost Province of Limpopo, with its endowed tourism offering and products have resolved to make tourism the driving force of the region’s economy. The province which boasts over…
#Zimbabwe: World of Wonders-The Pleasure Awaits!
“Zimbabwe A World of Wonders” MAUYA, SAMUKELE, WELCOME Zimbabwe is a song which, once heard, is never forgotten; a mood to suit the needs of any soul, any time; a…
Tanzania’s Unforgettable Experience
Tanzania is an East African country known for its vast wilderness areas. They include the plains of Serengeti National Park, a safari mecca populated by the “big five” game (elephant,…
“Words Alone will not save Jobs”: UNWTO Leads Call for firm Action by Governments to support Tourism Recovery
The Global Tourism Crisis Committee has united behind the World Tourism Organization’s rallying cry for governments to “go beyond words” and begin taking decisive action to safeguard the millions of…
Tourism chamber seeks over Rwf7 billion Govt stimulus
The Rwanda Chamber of Tourism has appealed for government aid in order to salvage fortunes of the tourism and hospitality sector after suffering huge losses due to the coronavirus pandemic.…
What Now, of the Kilimanjaro Mountain Crew?
How a tiny African non-profit and its Partner climbing companies are taking steps to help the lives of thousands of Kilimanjaro guides and porters during this virus crisis. As I…
This photo taken on January 11, 2018 shows a woman walking past Marriott signage in Hangzhou in China's Zhejiang province.
Authorities in China have shut down Marriott's local website for a week after the US hotel giant mistakenly listed Chinese-claimed regions such as Tibet and Hong Kong as separate countries. / AFP PHOTO / - / China OUT (Photo credit should read -/AFP/Getty Images)
Marriott International announces ‘juicy’ US$ 1.5 billion 364-day revolving credit facility
New $1.5 Billion 364-Day Revolving Credit Facility Commitment and Leverage Covenant Waiver for Existing Revolving Credit Facility On April 13, 2020, Marriott International, Inc. (“Marriott” or “the company”) entered into…
Latest Kenya National Convention Bureau Newsletter Out!
The Kenya National Convention Bureau is out with its latest newsletter giving Kenya's MICE sector an update from from the Bureau. The newsletter outlines the activation plan of the sector…
African Tourism needs new approach- Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary
Photo: Kenya's Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife Najib Balala African economies and destination managers have been urged to adopt new models in boosting tourism on the continent.Leading the charge…
Join UNWTO’s Stay Home Today, #TravelTomorrow Campaign
By staying home today, we can travel tomorrow”.The hashtag #TravelTomorrow encapsulates this message of solidarity and hope, through whichthe World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) calls for shared responsibility among travellers and…