No, Spain did not introduce visa-free travel for eight African countries in April 2026 IN SHORT: A Facebook post claims Spain introduced visa-free travel for citizens of eight African countries in April 2026. But European Union regulations show that six of these countries still require visas for short visits, while the other two already enjoy…
Visa’s global travel programme integrates digital-first technology and AI assistance. (Image source: iStock) Global digital payments firm Visa has rolled out its Visa Destinations digital travel platform in South Africa. This means SA is the first African market to go live with the platform, joining initial international locations such as New York, London, Dubai, Thailand…
Seven member states have so far deployed the card, although ECOWAS said member states already committed to working towards mutual acceptance of the card at air, land and sea borders by December. Nigerians travelling to other West African countries could face fewer delays at border posts as the ECOWAS National Biometric Identity Card (ENBIC) is…
From AI-powered destination management and personalised trip planning to a new battle for visibility in AI-generated search, speakers at Arabian Travel Market’s Future Stage explored how technology is reshaping the travel ecosystem. Dr Marwan Al Zarouni, CEO of AI at Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism. Source: www.wtm.com The future of travel is already taking…
When conflict erupted in the Middle East in 2026, the consequences were felt far beyond the region. One was the disruption to Gulf airspace. The ripple effects hit the global aviation network, including Africa. Airlines have been forced to reroute flights and there’s been a spike in operating costs, delayed cargo and disrupted passenger travel….
China has imposed a range of sweeping new rules restricting travel in and out of the country in a move that observers say will give the government even more control over its citizens. Citizens deemed to have “harmed” China’s national security or interests while overseas can also be barred from leaving China for up to…
Rwanda’s Minister of Trade and Industry, Antoine Marie Kajangwe, has called for African countries to reduce taxes, fees and levies on air travel, saying high costs are limiting movement and business opportunities across the continent. ALSO READ: Kagame criticises expensive air travel in Africa Kajangwe made the remarks during the closing session of the two-day…
Shaping the future of hospitality software globally. (Image: Adapt IT) Today, Micros South Africa (Micros), an Adapt IT company, announced the strategic acquisition of Travel Trackers to join its ResRequest business, expanding its hospitality software portfolio. Travel Trackers, founded in 2010, is a provider of business intelligence and analytics for the guided African safari industry….
· Continent welcomes nearly 100m international visitors in one year The Africa-International Tourism and Economic Council (AITEC) has unveiled two major international tourism events aimed at boosting Africa’s tourism industry, attracting investment and advancing regional integration through trade and the free movement of people. The announcement was made during an international press conference held in…
Parliament has been urged to slap a travel ban on Malawians attempting to sneak into South Africa for informal jobs, as MPs scramble to get a grip on a repatriation crisis that has ballooned way beyond anyone’s expectations. The explosive recommendation from the Parliamentary Committee on International Relations comes as the government battles to bring…
