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According to Room Raccoon, a hotel management software provider that supports more than 4,500 rooms in boutique hotels, B&Bs, lodges and independent hotels across the country, independent hotels in South Africa are seeing a noticeable increase in revenue as the summer travel season approaches. It is said that there is. Revenue per available room (RevPAR) increased by 12% year-on-year, from R1,197 in 2023 to R1,348 in 2024. This growth was driven by a significant R363 rise in the average daily room rate (ADR), rising to R1,961 in 2023 and R2,325 in 2024 over the same period. Although revenue for RoomRaccoon…

The Gauteng Tourism Authority (GTA), the official tourism marketing agency for the Gauteng City Region, will be conducting national and regional tourism promotion activities in Mahikeng, North West this weekend from 6 to 8 December 2024, bringing the Golden Province to the forefront. Introducing the best products. A festival summer and beyond. The showcase will take place at the Mahika Mahikeng Cultural and Music Festival, which opens this weekend at Mmabato Stadium. Dubbed “Golden Summer Ena Rant e Gauteng”, the campaign aims to drive conversions, sales and staycation bookings across Gauteng’s five regions while ensuring that the campaign remains relevant…

With so many fantastic safari destinations to choose from for a holiday  in Africa, the ultimate decision usually falls to bucket lists and desired experiences. If the Big 5 are at the top of your list, South Africa is a perfect choice, but if you want to explore a more rugged, authentic experience, Tanzania or Zambia may be a better match. From there, it’s about activities; from walking safaris and game drives to hot air ballooning and boat-based safari expeditions. The best place for a safari in Africa is a contentious topic but ultimately timing is key. Africa’s Green Season…

The Ethiopian airline became the first airline in Africa, welcoming the Airbus A350-1000 to its fleet. The arrival was celebrated at the official ceremony at Addis Ababa Bore International Airport by government officials, diplomats and representatives of Airbus and Thales. The arrival of the aircraft from Toulouse, France was greeted by a salute of water cannons. In addition to expanding the Ethiopian Airlines' fleet, the delivery includes medical supplies worth more than 100,000 euros, which was donated to the Ethiopian Airlines Foundation by Air Frontiers in a partnership with Airbus. The A350-1000 treated guests to a demonstration flight showing their…

The Ethiopian airline became the first airline in Africa, welcoming the Airbus A350-1000 to its fleet. The arrival was celebrated at the official ceremony at Addis Ababa Bore International Airport by government officials, diplomats and representatives of Airbus and Thales. The arrival of the aircraft from Toulouse, France was greeted by a salute of water cannons. In addition to expanding the Ethiopian Airlines' fleet, the delivery includes medical supplies worth more than 100,000 euros, which was donated to the Ethiopian Airlines Foundation by Air Frontiers in a partnership with Airbus. The A350-1000 treated guests to a demonstration flight showing their…

The Ethiopian airline became the first airline in Africa, welcoming the Airbus A350-1000 to its fleet. The arrival was celebrated at the official ceremony at Addis Ababa Bore International Airport by government officials, diplomats and representatives of Airbus and Thales. The arrival of the aircraft from Toulouse, France was greeted by a salute of water cannons. In addition to expanding the Ethiopian Airlines' fleet, the delivery includes medical supplies worth more than 100,000 euros, which was donated to the Ethiopian Airlines Foundation by Air Frontiers in a partnership with Airbus. The A350-1000 treated guests to a demonstration flight showing their…

The Ethiopian airline became the first airline in Africa, welcoming the Airbus A350-1000 to its fleet. The arrival was celebrated at the official ceremony at Addis Ababa Bore International Airport by government officials, diplomats and representatives of Airbus and Thales. The arrival of the aircraft from Toulouse, France was greeted by a salute of water cannons. In addition to expanding the Ethiopian Airlines' fleet, the delivery includes medical supplies worth more than 100,000 euros, which was donated to the Ethiopian Airlines Foundation by Air Frontiers in a partnership with Airbus. The A350-1000 treated guests to a demonstration flight showing their…

DIII-D National Fusion Facility, operated by General Atomics, and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory By Raymond Zhong, who visited fusion companies in Massachusetts, California, Washington and British Columbia. Nov. 15, 2024 The quest for fusion energy — the clean, potentially limitless source that could end mankind’s power woes — began as an answer to an old question, one we’ve been asking since we first raised our heads toward the sky. It was the mid-19th century. Charles Darwin’s theory of natural selection had upended our notions of ourselves and our world. But the theory had a problem. How, the physicist Lord Kelvin…

The Great Wildebeest Migration in Africa – also known as the Gnu Migration, Serengeti Migration and Masai Mara Migration – is one of the last mass terrestrial wildlife movements left on the planet. It’s the chief reason why so many travellers venture to Kenya and Tanzania for a Migration safari, especially around mid-year. The Migration is one of nature’s greatest paradoxes: timing is absolutely vital, but there is no way to predict the timing of the animals’ movements. We know that the wildebeest (and a smattering of zebra and antelope) will cross the Mara River – but nobody knows exactly…

As the world moves toward more sustainable and responsible practices across industries, Africa’s tourism sector plays a unique role in shaping a greener, more resilient future for the continent. At Go2Africa, we are thrilled to announce our partnership with Africa’s Green Economy Summit 2025 (AGES), a landmark conference dedicated to advancing green economy practices and fostering environmental resilience throughout Africa. What is Africa’s Green Economy Summit? Africa’s Green Economy Summit gathers global sustainability leaders, government officials, conservationists, and forward-thinking businesses in the heart of Cape Town, creating a powerful platform for dialogue and collaboration. Here, discussions go beyond theory, focusing…