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Image: Facebook / Mango Airlines Four years after being grounded, Mango Airlines appears set for a triumphant return to the skies of South Africa. ALSO READ: Egypt launches visa-on-arrival system The state-owned carrier, which halted its operations in July 2021, is now in the penultimate phase of finalising a transaction with a selected investor that could revive its operations, much to the relief of stranded customers and aviation enthusiasts alike. In an official announcement on Wednesday, Mango Airlines shed light on the progress made in talks with the investor. This collaboration is crucial in moving forward and kick-starting services once…
Image: Unsplash Discover the top 10 must-see attractions in Hermanus, a charming seaside village renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and vibrant cultural events. ALSO READ: Best car-free adventures across South Africa Nestled between the scenic Botrivier Lagoon and the tranquil Kleinrivier Lagoon, Hermanus is home to diverse communities such as Fisherhaven, Hawston, Vermont, Onrus, Sandbaai, Hemel en Aarde Valley, Mount Pleasant, Zwelihle, and Hermanus itself. Enjoy world-famous land-based whale watching along the 14km cliff path, explore the quaint fisherman’s cottages and stunning sea cliffs of Walker Bay, and delve into the area’s rich history at the Old Harbour Museum.…
Washington — The United States government on Wednesday announced a new travel ban that specifically includes Somali nationals, barring them from entering the country. The proclamation, signed by President Donald Trump, directly affects Somalis seeking to travel to the US, with the administration citing the measure as necessary to protect the country from “foreign terrorists” and other security threats. Somalia is among 12 countries listed in the ban, alongside Afghanistan, Iran, Libya, Yemen, Sudan, Eritrea, Myanmar, and others. The new restrictions are expected to significantly impact Somali families both within the United States and abroad, many of whom already face…
Keren, 05 June 2025 – Mr. Saleh Ali, Director General of Tourism in the Anseba Region, reported that strong efforts are being made to develop the tourism sector in the region. Stating that proper investment in tourism can generate significant income, Mr. Saleh noted that countries enjoying peace and stability have great potential to attract visitors. He said Eritrea in general, and the Anseba Region in particular, possess rich resources of interest to tourists. He mentioned ancient buildings, World War II-era trenches, cemeteries of Italian and British soldiers, historic battlefronts from the struggle for independence, and religious sites and artifacts…
The Bonny Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (BOCCIMA) is set to hold the first Bonny Investment and Tourism Expo (BITE) with the theme: “Bonny Island – A Nexus for Commerce, Culture, and Tourism.” BOCCIMA president, Mrs. Constance Nwokejiobi, disclosed this yesterday while briefing journalists at the Ernest Ikoli Press Centre in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital. Nwokejiobi described the BITE 2025 expo as a bold and strategic initiative to celebrate the beauty, potential, and abundant opportunity embedded in Bonny Island. She said, “This bold and strategic initiative celebrates the beauty, potential, and abundant opportunity embedded in Bonny…
Washington D.C. / Port Sudan — Sudan has been added to a list of countries whose nationals are barred from entering the US under a new travel ban signed by President Donald Trump, yesterday. The measure, citing national security concerns, will come into effect on June 9. Sudan joins 11 other countries facing full restrictions: Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, the Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, and Yemen. Nationals from seven additional countries will face partial limitations. According to the recent proclamation by President Trump, the US government says Sudan lacks a reliable system for issuing…
Akagera National Park projects to make some $4.9 million in tourism revenue in 2025, according to a report by African Parks, the organisation that manages the protected area. The projection follows a 3 per cent decline to $4.7 million in 2024, despite recording some 2,000 more visitors than in the previous year. The decrease was mainly attributed to reduction in average spending per visitor, impacted by health concerns and temporary facility closure. ALSO READ: Plan underway to boost Akagera National Park’s rhino population The outbreaks of Marburg and Monkeypox diseases in the last quarter of 2024 led to cautious visitor…
The African Union has expressed deep concern over President Donald Trump’s sweeping travel ban on citizens from seven African countries, warning that the restrictions will damage decades of carefully nurtured diplomatic and commercial ties between the United States and the continent. Seven of the 12 countries targeted by Trump’s travel ban, announced on Wednesday, are on the African continent. As of Monday, 9 June, citizens of Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Libya, Somalia and Sudan will no longer be allowed entry to the US. Burundi, Sierra Leone and Togo are among seven further nations subjected to partial…
Girls and young women across Buganda have been called upon to build confidence and actively participate in cultural matters, challenging the long-standing dominance of men in spaces where women can also lead and contribute meaningfully to the development of society. The powerful message was delivered during a colorful showcase of cultural pride at the Miss Tourism Buganda 2025 regional event, held at the Buganda Heritage and Tourism Board headquarters in Mengo. The event served as a prelude to the highly anticipated grand finale, scheduled for June 13, 2025, at Hotel Africana. The competition brought together contestants from various counties within…
Monrovia — Liberia has been exempted from U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s latest visa ban, which targets countries deemed security risks to the United States under a new executive order issued in January 2025. The controversial action, part of Executive Order 14161 titled “Protecting the United States From Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats,” affects 12 countries, banning their citizens from obtaining U.S. visas. Notably, Liberia, previously placed on a State Department watch list in March, was spared from the final ban. Countries facing full visa bans include Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, Congo-Brazzaville, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti,…