Stay informed with the latest Africa tourism news, from destination updates and travel policies to trends shaping the future of tourism across the continent. Whether you’re a traveler, stakeholder, or enthusiast, this category delivers timely news and insights from Africa’s vibrant tourism industry.
Namibia’s tourism sector is poised for significant restructuring under the proposed National Spatial Development Master Plan, which aims to boost direct tourism employment from 57,000 to 80,000 by 2030. As…
Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, has called on African nations to implement eco-tourism policies and safeguard their cultural heritage. Represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, President Tinubu made the call on Wednesday,…
The Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilisation (CBAAC) projects that Africa’s tourism sector will create over 80 million new jobs in the coming decade. The Director-General of CBAAC,…
Kenya and China have officially inaugurated the first-ever China-Kenya Culture and Tourism Season, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at strengthening cultural connections and enhancing tourism between the two nations. The event,…
In a move that could reshape the global motorsport landscape, Morocco has unveiled plans for a $1.2 billion motorsport complex near Tangier, positioning itself as Africa’s leading contender to host…
In a historic move for African tourism development, the Kingdom of Morocco and UN Tourism have finalised a landmark agreement to establish Africa’s first UN Tourism Thematic Office in Rabat’s…
Namibia has dramatically improved its visa system, streamlining the process to make travel faster and more convenient for African tourists eager to explore the country’s breathtaking landscapes and rich wildlife.…
The Department of Tourism has praised the success of the South Africa Digital Visa initiative, crediting the Digital Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS) for enabling the arrival of over 11,000…
Lagos Culture and Tourism received a major boost as the Lagos State Government announced a strategic investment of N8.4 billion to support over 140 cultural festivals, creative programmes, and tourism…
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) unveiled a new report on May 26, 2025, highlighting optimistic job growth for South Africa’s Travel and tourism sector in 2025, though economic…