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The federal government has demonstrated its commitment to moving forward with green aviation across Africa and has held high-level regional workshops on financing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production. The five-day event, held in Lagos from 5-9 May 2025, brought together stakeholders from 14 African countries, international organizations and SAF project developers to address access to finance, investment risks and project bankability. According to a statement signed by Michael Achimugu, Director of Public Relations and Consumer Protection, the event highlights Nigeria's commitment to climate action and sustainable aviation, whilst promoting regional cooperation. Organized by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) in…

The federal government has demonstrated its commitment to moving forward with green aviation across Africa and has held high-level regional workshops on financing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production. The five-day event, held in Lagos from 5-9 May 2025, brought together stakeholders from 14 African countries, international organizations and SAF project developers to address access to finance, investment risks and project bankability. According to a statement signed by Michael Achimugu, Director of Public Relations and Consumer Protection, the event highlights Nigeria's commitment to climate action and sustainable aviation, whilst promoting regional cooperation. Organized by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) in…

South Africa has set up its second G20 Tourism Working Group Conference in Durban, indicating that the G20 Tourism Council will be held for the first time in African soils. The conference, held on May 11, 2025, preceded the African Travel Indava and highlighted the country's position as Africa's only G20 member. To his representative, Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille reaffirmed South Africa's commitment to global tourism cooperation under the theme of “solidarity, equality and sustainability” and emphasized the importance of aligning the G20 agenda with the African Union's agenda 2063. With more than 130 G20-related conferences scheduled in South…

Morocco and the United Arab Emirates have recently signed a civil aviation cooperation agreement, particularly in strategic planning, artificial intelligence integration and sustainable development. The two countries also agreed to exchange experience and expertise to quickly address key challenges in the rapidly changing global aviation industry and business. Morocco, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Egypt were selected by the Arab Civil Aviation Agency to represent the Arab world in bidding for seats in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Established under the umbrella of the Arab Federation, Arab civil aviation agencies play a central role in coordinating air…

Pendine Sands Wales (Image: acceleratorhams via Getty Images)Picture a vast sandy beach that extends as far as the eye can see, with rolling waves and a charming promenade featuring an ice cream parlour right in the middle of the beachfront. This isn’t some European resort; this is Pendine, a stunning seaside village in Wales known for its lengthy sandy beach walk and an unexpected link to racing history.This quaint village is famous for its seven-mile stretch of magnificent sandy beach, each end providing a unique coastal experience. To the west, near Gilman Point, dramatic cliffs tower over rock pools and…

Manhattan Financial District, Battery Park, Water, Freedom and Statue of New York City Skyline … more New York Harbor, World Trade Center, Empire State Building, Governor's Island, blue sky with bulging clouds. HDR images. Canon EOS 6D (Full Frame Sensor) Camera. The Canon EF 70-200mm F/4L is a USM lens.Getty Europeans fly mostly within Europe this summer. Despite rising airfares, the exception is one of the US cities that has achieved its place in Europe's top 10, according to the latest official airline guide report. This is New York City. It is also the only long-distance destination in the world…

After a £5 million beach transformation project that rebuilt the famous Long Beach and the promenade, tourists are stumped by Mallorca's resort town Magaluff. However, not all are happy with the outcome. Magaluff's beaches are transformed with sand dunes and palm trees, and some claim they have transformed the area into Morocco or Miami. Calvia Council argues that the oasis is an integral part of the main scheme, with the first part expected to begin on June 22nd after a year of intensive work. However, locals and tourists say they are not sure about including sand dunes and 48 palm…

As summer season approaches, Irish beach enthusiasts are eagerly planning a beach escape. This year, Irish gems are in the spotlight as one of the top 50 beaches in Glove. Located on Mayo County's breathtaking Aquil Island, Chiem Beach is used to the acclaim within Ireland, but has now gained global recognition for being on the list of 50 best beaches in the world.Featuring insights from travel enthusiasts and bloggers, this honorable compilation celebrates Keim Beach in two notable categories: Europe's best beaches and the world's best beaches. Keem Beach proudly claimed its seventh place among the finest sands of…

Monday, May 12th, 2025 The Home Office said this morning it successfully launched the deployment of smart IDs for naturalized citizens and permanent residents of visa exemption countries. “The system is stable and encouraged by the scale of client intake. Nationwide, South African citizens and legal permanent residents are applying for a safer smart ID for the first time. “As included in yesterday's press release, the department currently has a green barcoded ID and wants to repeat that it is focusing only on applicants coming from Visa exemption countries. “When volume is reduced, applicants from non-exempt countries will also be…

In today's environment of changing lifestyle priorities and challenging the economy, South Africans are looking for niche real estate investments that provide money security and value. Boasting a major coastal property and a relatively affordable lifestyle, KZN South Coast has savvy investors rely on vacant land fully serviced in safe development as a long-term valuable asset. “Purchase vacant land fully serviced is not only a financially sound decision, but also a flexible decision,” explains Samwenger, development director at Serenity Hills, an eco-centric lifestyle estate on the South Coast of KZN. “Buyers can enter the real estate market at a low…