Southern Africa: SADC Tourism Night in Full Swing At Heritage Cultural Village

[ad_1] The highly anticipated SADC Tourism Night, which is being hosted by the Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, has kicked off in style at the Heritage Cultural Village, Museum of African Liberation in Harare. The event started at 5 pm and has attracted several dignitaries, including SADC ministers and senior officials, ambassadors accredited to Zimbabwe, and Zimbabwe's cabinet ministers. Led by Tourism Minister Barbara Rwodzi, the delegation includes Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Dr Frederick Shava, Higher and […]

August 16, 2024

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Kenya: New Tourism CS Miano Pledges to Revamp Hospitality Sector

[ad_1] Nairobi — The newly appointed Tourism Cabinet Secretary, Rebecca Miano, has set out to address the classification of local hospitality facilities to align with global standards. She assured that her ministry will collaborate with catering industry stakeholders to enhance tourism activities. Miano added that they are also keen on promoting the country's domestic and international tourism through diverse scenic attractions, including wildlife, by onboarding new investors. "The task before us at the Ministry is humongous. I'm sure that my […]

August 15, 2024

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Liberia: Agriculture, Roads, and Tourism Are Key to National Investment, Says Acting Finance Minister

[ad_1] Monrovia — Liberia's Acting Finance and Development Planning Minister, Anthony G. Myers, has identified agriculture, roads, and tourism as crucial sectors for national investment across the country. Acting Minister Myers made this statement during a brief ten-minute presentation at the ongoing National Investment Conference organized by Nova Africa Ventures, held at the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Ministerial Complex in Oldest Congo Town, Paynesville. According to Myers, both private and public sector investors should consider economic specialization in activities that will […]

August 15, 2024

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South Africa: Olympics – 4 Things South African Sport Tourism Can Learn From What Went Right in Paris

[ad_1] If you followed the Paris 2024 Olympics broadcast, you'll have noticed the breathtaking city backdrop to events, the festive atmosphere and active support of spectators. Touted as marking a new era, the games introduced several innovations in its planning and delivery - starting with an opening ceremony outside a stadium for the first time ever. I was fortunate to be among the Paris crowd as both a researcher and a sport fan. I research and teach sport tourism and […]

August 14, 2024

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Tanzania Set to Introduce the Ritz-Carlton Brand

[ad_1] Tanzania is set to make history as the first Sub-Saharan African country to introduce The Ritz-Carlton brand, bolstering its position as one of the premier tourism destinations on the continent, The Citizen reports. Tanzania to become first Sub-Saharan African country to introduce The Ritz-Carlton https://t.co/ZthErvVFqw-- TheCitizenTz (@TheCitizenTz) August 12, 2024 The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC is an American multinational company that operates the luxury hotel chain known as The Ritz-Carlton. The company has 108 luxury hotels and resorts in […]

August 14, 2024

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Ethiopia: Harari Unveils Corridor Dev’t to Boost Tourism, Heritage Preservation

[ad_1] HARAR - The recent corridor development activities are set to enhance the tourism industry by adding beauty and comfort for visitors, according to Harari State President Ordin Bedri. Speaking during the inauguration of the state's corridor development projects on Friday evening, President Ordin highlighted the significance of these upgrades. The state unveiled new infrastructure, including a plaza corridor, public toilets, and roads within the Jegol Walls, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Ordin emphasized that the corridor development not only […]

August 13, 2024

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Mozambique: Inhambane Records 75.1 Million Dollars From Tourism

[ad_1] Maputo — The southern Mozambican province of Inhambane recorded, over the first half of this year, 4.8 billion meticais (75.1 million dollars at the current exchange rate) in revenue from tourism. According to Emídio Nhantumbo, Inhambane Provincial Director of Culture and Tourism, interviewed by AIM, on Saturday, at the closure of the International Tourism Fair (FIKANI), a four-day event that took place Maputo, this revenue is an increase of 43.2 per cent compared to the same period of last […]

August 13, 2024

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Ethiopia: Turning Ethiopia to Tourists’ Magnet (Tourists Could Clap Their Eyes On Wanchi, the Crater Lake)

[ad_1] Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) introduced several initiatives expected to turn the Country into a tourism hub and touristic magnet. There are initiatives such as Gebeta Lehager (Dine for Ethiopia), Gebeta Lesheger (Dine for Addis Ababa) and Gebeta Letiwulid (Dine for Generations). Wanchi ecotourism project is one of one of the projects that are built through the Gebeta Lehager initiative. The project is aimed at building the best infrastructures and facilities for tourists in a bid they clap their […]

August 12, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Chicken Hut in Drive to Zim Promote Tourism

[ad_1] Portuguese quick service restaurant, Chicken Hut is partnering with other firms in the region to promote visitors to Zimbabwe and explore opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The AfCFTA, which was operationalised in January 2021 seeks to streamline customs procedures, reduce bureaucracy, and harmonise technical standards to ease the movement of goods across the continent's borders. Under the AfCFTA agreement to which Zimbabwe is signatory, the continent also seeks to eliminate tariffs on 90 percent […]

August 10, 2024

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