IO Africa Newsletter

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India Outbound has the pleasure to present you a unique section on its flagship website dedicated to Africa travel news and a monthly B2B newsletter focusing on the promotion of travel & tourism development in African countries for the Indian travel trade. This initiative is the first of its kind in the Indian market and we look forward to provide timely and accurate information on Africa and contribute to a better understanding and knowledge of the continent that is often a victim of bias, clichés and other false information.

Experts Forecast: African Tourism Priorities for 2020

All too soon, the curtains will be drawn for the year 2019 with fireworks welcoming 2020 amidst the New Year’s Eve parties ushering us into another great year. As has been the case in all spheres, resolutions will be the talking point as we plan for the year.

Zimbabwe focuses on Indian market in 2020

In an effort to enhance destination awareness and foster market visibility, the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority, will for the first time exhibit at the 27th edition of the South Asia Travel and Tourism Exchange (SATTE) in New Delhi, India from 8-10 January.

Air Seychelles marks five years in India

Air Seychelles is today celebrating five years of non-stop service between India and Seychelles.

South African Tourism’s 17th Annual Roadshow to travel to Bangalore, Pune and Mumbai

Capitalizing on the massive growth potential offered by the Indian outbound traveller segment, the 48-member South African trade delegation will take the opportunity to educate and enable Indian trade partners to sell the destination better.

Qatar Airways lands in Botswana

Qatar airways made it's maiden landing of QR1377 in Gaborone, Botswana this afternoon at 1645hrs .

Preparations in full swing as Morocco gears up for the Hosting of 24th UNWTO General Assembly

Following their most applauded election at the 23rd General Assembly to host the subsequent edition, Morocco has began earnest preparations to deliver a great event in Africa.

Let’s pay attention to Africa’s Women in Tourism

All over the world, women play pivotal roles in shaping the tourism landscape. Even more in Africa some of these women have remained trailblazers in helping define tourism on the continent.

UNESCO Inscribes Ethiopian Epiphany as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has decided to inscribe Ethiopian Epiphany on its lists of intangible cultural heritage of humanity.

Tanzania now is home to 40 percent of Africa’s lion population

Tanzania now has the lion’s share — 40% of Africa’s lions. About 3,500 live in the Serengeti, nearly 18% of all lions in Africa!

South African Tourism CEO Sisa Ntshona found not guilty of charges

The suspended CEO of the South African Tourism, Sisa Ntshona is expected to resume his duties as he has been cleared of all the charges allegedly levied against him.

Year of Return generates $1.9 billion - Tourism Minister

A total of $1.9 billion has been generated into the economy through activities related to the “Year of Return”. The Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Barbara Oteng-Gyasi, said the “Year of Return” programme had also brought about....