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Nairobi — Kenya Airways will operate special repatriation flights between Nairobi and Dubai this week, offering stranded passengers a limited window to travel after days of disruption triggered by regional military tensions and the temporary closure of United Arab Emirates airspace. The airline confirmed it will operate a Nairobi-Dubai flight on Tuesday and a return Dubai-Nairobi service on Wednesday, following slot approvals granted by Dubai airport authorities. Kenya Airways (KQ) emphasized that the flights are strictly for repatriation purposes and do not signal a full resumption of scheduled operations. The limited services come after UAE authorities allowed a small number…
The pyjama ban that wasn’t Airports are usually places of stress, coffee queues, and hurried families, but for a moment, Tampa International Airport became the center of a global fashion debate. A playful tweet about banning pyjamas from the terminal went viral, racking up over 8.4 million views and sparking conversations that ranged from laughter to outright outrage. Source: X{@EyesOnBAL} How a joke became a worldwide sensation According to IOL ,on February 26, Tampa International Airport’s official X (formerly Twitter) account posted: “We’ve seen enough. We’ve had enough. It’s time to ban pyjamas at Tampa International Airport.” The post carried…
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation has urgently advised more than 6,400 citizens in the Middle East to evacuate via limited commercial flights as attacks and regional instability escalate. South Africa has urged its citizens in the Middle East to “take immediate advantage” of the resumption of limited commercial flights out of the region amid the ongoing military action. In a statement on Wednesday, 4 March, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) said it had noted a significant increase in registrations on its Travel Smart system, with more than 6,400 South African citizens in the Middle East…
Posted on 7 March 2026 By Miriam Kimvangu Tags:best travel reads, getaway magazine travel stories, safari travel stories, South Africa travel inspiration, Southern Africa travel, top travel articles, travel highlights of the week, travel stories of the week, trending travel articles, weekend getaway ideas, weekly travel roundup The travel stories keep rolling in here at Getaway Magazine, which is great, unless you’re trying to keep up with them all. That’s where this weekly column comes in. Think of it as a friendly catch-up: a quick look at the week’s most popular and talked-about articles, ready for you to read, reread…
Mbarara District Council has tabled a proposed budget of Shs41 billion for the 2026/2027 financial year, representing an increase of Shs11 billion from the Shs30 billion approved for the 2025/2026 financial year. The budget estimates were presented to the council on Tuesday by the district secretary for finance, planning and administration, Abraham Manigye, who delivered the budget speech on behalf of the district chairperson. Manigye said the district expects to raise the funds from three main sources, with the largest share coming from central government transfers. “The district anticipates raising its funds from three primary sources: Shs3.2 billion from local…
There is a moment each year when the Okavango Delta quietly begins to change. Source: Tourism Update According to travelnews.africa, in April, waters that started their journey hundreds of kilometres away in Angola begin spilling into Botswana’s vast wetland wilderness. Channels widen, lagoons swell, and the landscape slowly transforms into one of Africa’s most extraordinary safari environments. For travellers who know the region well, this is not just another month in the calendar. It is the start of the Delta’s most fascinating seasonal shift. And surprisingly, it is also one of the best times to visit. When the Delta begins…
The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) stepped up its presence at the ITB Tourism fair in Berlin with one of the fair’s largest stand bringing together major local stakeholders to promote our unique tropical island destination. Despite a growing escalating conflict in the Middle East, Mauritius continues to be a peaceful and safe island destination offering a wide variety of experiences for Tourists from around the world with direct flights from major cities in Europe, India, East and South Africa and Australia. MTPA representatives present in Berlin have held key meetings with a number of local and international stakeholders including…
For many travellers exploring South Africa’s Garden Route, there is a moment that defines the entire journey. It usually happens when you step onto the swaying suspension bridge at Storms River Mouth, with the roar of the ocean below and steep forested cliffs rising around you. Source: SA Building Review For now, that moment will have to wait. According to travelnews.africa, South African National Parks has begun a major reconstruction project on the iconic Tsitsikamma suspension bridges, temporarily affecting access to one of the country’s most photographed hiking attractions until late June 2026. The work forms part of a long-overdue…
The management agreement was signed in Durban, South Africa by the Executive Secretary of NCDMB, Felix Omatsola Ogbe, Executive Chairman of Edison Corporation, Mr Vivian Reedy and Director of Radisson, Mr Garnier Erwan. The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) on Monday signed an international management agreement (IMA) with Radisson Hospitality Belgium, and Edison Hotel and Property Development Company, in respect of the Board’s 204 rooms hotel and conference centre, developed adjacent the Nigerian Content Tower, Swali, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The management agreement was signed in Durban, South Africa by the Executive Secretary of NCDMB, Felix Omatsola Ogbe, Executive…
The global travel map for 2026 is starting to take shape, and one thing is clear. African destinations are firmly in the spotlight. Source: wildcapesa.co.za According to Travel And Tour World, while traditional Mediterranean favourites like Turkey, Spain, Italy, and Greece continue to draw huge crowds, countries across Africa are quietly emerging as some of the most exciting places on travellers’ wish lists. From the deserts of Namibia to the wildlife reserves of South Africa and the ancient wonders of Egypt, the continent is seeing a noticeable rise in international visitors. For many travellers planning their next big holiday, Africa…