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…Nigeria's number of passengers has increased by 10,000 in one year. Kenya Airlines, the national airline in Kenya, has revealed that it is a frequent flyer from Nigeria, showing just how important the Nigerian market is. The airline said two years ago it launched “Asante,” a newly enhanced frequent flyer program designed to reward its most loyal passengers. The airline said it has observed that Nigeria has continued to remain at the top as the most frequent flyer since it launched an initiative aimed at enhancing the customer experience and assessing the most important markets. At a press conference at…

The Neolithic Age began in Southwest Asia about 12,000 years ago. When society moved from hunting and gathering to agriculture, it marked a major change in human history. This caused migration throughout Europe, dramatically shaping the continental gene pool. For a long time, North Africa was seen as a passive participant in this transformation. The dominant narrative suggested that the agricultural economy never took full root there. Some studies have proposed that North African communities actively resisted agriculture, with the exception of the Nile Delta and the West Maghreb (modern Morocco). They continued hunting for land snails, wild plants and…

Green Africa has launched the GCHAT bot to meet the evolving needs of its customers. The chatbot is designed to provide seamless self-service options to its customers and provide personalized assistance to dedicated GCARE specialists in Green Africa. As the first chatbot introduced by Nigerian airlines, GCHAT is consistent with Green Africa's commitment to leveraging technology to improve customer experiences and provide efficient 24-hour support. The chatbot is live accessed 24/7 on Green Africa's website Greenafrica.com. According to Chioma Nwafor, Manager of Customer Care and Quality Assurance at Green Africa, “In Green Africa, our customers are at the heart of…

South Africa Tourism has established an industry-led advisory committee to strengthen the planning and implementation of African Travel Indava 2025, which will be held from May 12-15 in Durban. The panel, which is made up of representatives from key sectors, meets weekly to refine exhibitor and buyer engagement, logistics and programme enhancements. The committee includes representatives from ATTA®, SATSA, Classic Portfolio, Sun International, Marriott and Tourvest, ensuring a balanced industry perspective in shaping Africa's best travel trade events. Kgomotso Ramothea, a committee member who is ATTA® Membership CEO, highlighted the importance of collaboration in placing Africa as a major global…

Air travel is statistically one of the safest modes of transport. However, a recent series of airline accidents have rattled the industry and the public, and in recent weeks Google searches saying they are “flying safely” have skyrocketed. The number of fatal airline accidents jumped from just one in 2023 to at least seven in 2024. Aviation safety has attracted new attention. In just a few months since 2025, multiple fatal aviation accidents have already occurred around the world. This only reinforces concerns about ongoing safety challenges. These cases revealed how ongoing safety violations, failed infrastructure monitoring, shortcomings in pilot…

Korea's Air has confirmed it will introduce premium economy products as it appears to constitute the 11 Boeing 777-300ers with its still uncovered products. Airlines Chief Operating Jason Yu has confirmed that the retrofit program will be launched mid-year, as it was delayed “for a while” as a result of supply chain issues. Speaking in an interview in Seoul, Yoo says he hopes that Retrofit will be completed by the end of 2026. SkyTeam operators have not revealed the new seat configuration for the 777S, but Yoo says the newly modified 777 will remove first-class seats. Korean Air has eight…

Understanding the reliability of microelectronic devices is becoming increasingly important as modern technologies require higher performance from smaller components. A crucial factor leading to failure of these devices is thermal expansion, which is the movement of atoms within the solder material under temperature gradients. Recently, researchers have delved deeper into analyzing the microstructure and properties of electrical Ni-P/SN2.5AG0.7CU0.1RE microjoints during heat transfer, providing valuable insight into the formation and mechanical integrity of intermetallic compounds (IMCs).This study, conducted by RQ Hou and Kk Zhang, focused on microjoints manufactured using electroless nickel phosphorus (NI-P) plating on copper substrates. This plating method forms…

With the opening of a new international airport in Angola, Africa's air transport remains uneven, with North Africa accounting for 40.4% of the continent's total transportation, it aims to boost the country's aviation sector by improving connectivity and trade. According to the African Aviation Association, around 98 million tourists flew to Africa last year, highlighting the growing demand for improved infrastructure. Also Read: Inside Africa's richest city, home to over 12,000 billionaires Built by a Chinese company, the airport costs $3.8 billion (£3 billion) and covers an area of ​​43 hectares. There are two modern runways and three terminal buildings.…

If you're looking for a unique and picturesque summer vacation, consider booking a trip on a paddle steamer and exploring the secluded islands of Southwest Wales and the Bristol Channel. Waverly, the world's last coastal steamer, is set to embark on several cruises this June from popular Welsh coastal towns such as Penarth, Swansea, Tenby, Porth Cole, Milford Haven and Fishguard.A paddle steamer is a steamship that is propelled by a steamship that drives the paddle wheels underwater. On board the Waverly, passengers can enjoy the authentic experience of a real steamship, with paddle-turning sights and sounds. Full catering facilities…

Precision Air is excited to announce the launch of a new route to Ilinga, increasing access to Ruaha National Park, the premier safari destination in southern Tanzania. Effective on March 3, 2025, it will run three flights per week between Dar Es Salaam and Iringa, making it more seamless and affordable for travelers, travel agents, tour operators and those who want to access their destinations. The new service will significantly boost tourism in the South and provide a reliable air link to one of Tanzania's most spectacular wildlife regions. Known for its vast landscapes, large elephant herds and predator-rich ecosystems,…