Africa

Knighthood Global’s James Hogan to address attendees aboard WTTC Global Leadership Cruise

Knighthood Global co-founder and principal James Hogan is slated to speak at the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC)’s three-day Global Leadership Cruise this month along the Suez Canal in Egypt.

Africa

From Muscat to Kigali: SalamAir lands in Rwanda

SalamAir is expanding deeper into Africa with a new direct route to Kigali, Rwanda, launching in July 2026. The move strengthens Oman’s connectivity with one of East Africa’s fastest-growing business and eco-tourism hubs

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Saudi Arabia’s Almatar eyes Africa growth with Wakanow travel deal

Saudi Arabia’s almatar has partnered with Africa’s Wakanow to expand flight services across 15+ countries. The deal highlights growing Saudi tech expansion into Africa’s fast-evolving travel market.

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Sunlife appoints Joelle Edwards-Tonks as new CEO

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Swan Hellenic West Africa voyages expand for 2026 and 2027

Swan Hellenic has announced a major expansion of its West Africa expedition program, unveiling two immersive Grand Voyages for fall

Africa

WTTC hosts global event in Egypt to boost tourism

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Cape Town supports Converge Africa 2026

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WTM Africa unveils 2026 tourism industry report

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IAPCO partners with Rwanda Convention Bureau

IAPCO welcomed back the Rwanda Convention Bureau (RCB) as a Destination Partner, enhancing its global network of convention bureaux.

Africa

Viking Floats Out New Nile Ships Ptah and Sekhmet

Viking has marked a major milestone on the Nile with the float out of its two newest river ships, Viking

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Somabay hosts international sports events

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ILTM Africa 2026 sets new attendance records

ILTM Africa 2026, the continent's premier luxury travel trade event, concluded in Cape Town with record-breaking results, signalling a robust demand for African luxury tourism.