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Sifiso Chuma, engineer and maintenance manager at Fuze Aviation Academy, is positive about the airshow scheduled to take place at Oribi Airport in August. Photo: Chris Ndaliso After a successful 2024 after a decade of rest, Msunduzi Council officially approved the Peter Maritzburg (PMB) Air Show as an annual event for the next three years. The airshow, scheduled for July 11-12, 2025 at Olivi Airport, attracted around 5,000 spectators last year, and is expected to attract even bigger crowds this year. Promoted by the Fuze Aviation Academy, a major tenant at Pietermaritzburg Airport, the airshow is being promoted as both…

The heat and the sun are already being felt strongly throughout the Canary Islands, with recent heat waves bringing Gran Canaria temperatures of 40°C last week. With the summer travel season approaching full-scale, Spanish Civil Security has issued a series of safety advisories to tourists planning to visit the Canary Islands. With 243,181 British tourists reportedly arriving in Gran Canaria alone in the first quarter of the year, an increase of 13.2% compared to the same period in 2024, this advice proves to be extremely valuable to many British tourists set up to visit the Spanish islands this summer to…

house » Airline News » Paris Air Show 2025 will become a global aviation hub as Qatar Airways premieres luxury jets, next-generation QSUite and groundbreaking AI innovations Tuesday, June 10th, 2025Qatar Airways is taking Paris Air Show 2025 into its global aviation hub. This will premiere the latest innovations, including the super-luxurious Gulfstream G700 private jet, the UEFA Champions League-themed Boeing 777, and the highly anticipated upcoming General QSUITE. Showing leadership in both luxury and technology, the airline is unveiling SAMA, the world's first multilingual AI-powered cabin crew. These groundbreaking reveals and immersive pavilion experiences have made Qatar Airways a…

Following a successful Nairobi showcase that brought together 40 African exhibitors and more than 350 agents and DMCs, the Spotlight TravelExpo series is heading for Zimbabwe. On July 3, 2025, Harare's iconic Hyatt Makeles Hotel promises to become another outstanding event on the regional travel trade calendar. With 20 exhibitors already confirmed and expected 100 travel agents and Zimbabwean DMCs from Harara, Bulawayo and others to attend, the event is becoming a vibrant platform for business networking and trade development across the tourism value chain. The Spotlight series, hosted by Houston Marketing, offers inbound and outbound tourism stakeholders an opportunity…

Lake District National Park is renowned for its breathtaking scenery and charming villages not only nationwide, but also around the world, attracting visitors from all over the world. Popular destinations such as Ambleside and Windermere often take the central stage, but the growing trend makes travelers look for more remote locations. The appeal of discovering untouched treasures with thousands of social media posts specializing in “hidden gems.”So travel experts are highlighting the true treasures that are located within a more frequent area, but offer a quieter and authentic experience of this iconic British landscape. It is a peaceful foundation for…

In northern Senegal, different models of political participation have been taken into the shape of the Fulani people in the vast Ferro Reserve. And galvanized community leaders offer Harder a fresh way to think about how problems can be solved. Her name is Awa Sow, the organizer whose decades of work have earned her respect and rare authority.”The AWA is a female warrior with a unique authority in the region,” says Aliou Samba BA, leader of the sanctuary's influential hermit association. “Anyone who wants to organize successful activities in her area, whether political, development, cultural or religious, is to pass…

Taiwan's regional airline Uni Air has firmly ordered its 19 ATR 72-600, the aircraft's biggest single commitment since 2017. Deliveries are scheduled between 2027 and 2032 and will be used to replace the airline's current 14 powerful inventory with twin-interble trop-type inventory and fleet expansion. The transaction, which includes three purchase rights, is the second direct order from Uni Air, which has been part of the EVA Air Group since 2011. Operated primarily at Taipei Songshan Airport, UNI Air uses ATR turboprop to provide air connectivity to 11 destinations, including the islands of Kinmen, Peng and Matsui. Last year, ATR…

Etihad Airlines and Ethiopian Airlines are energizing their strategic codeshare partnerships and offering additional travel options to Africa, Asia, Australia and the Middle East. This was the first step in the established partnership between Etihad and Ethiopians in March 2025, and “it is aimed at unlocking travel opportunities for passengers across both networks,” Etihad announced in a statement on June 9, 2025. “By leveraging the combined network, we unlock seamless travel opportunities between Africa and Asia, Australia and the Middle East,” said Alik De, Etihad's chief income and commercial officer. “A simple connection through Abu Dhabi and Addis Ababa will…

Etihad Airlines and Ethiopian Airlines have launched a strategic codeshare partnership that strengthens the air link between Africa, Asia, Australia and the Middle East. As part of the agreement, Ethiopians will introduce flights between Addis Ababa and Abu Dhabi from July 15th, and Etihad will begin daily services to Addis Ababa from October 8th. This collaboration allows travelers to book a seamless itinerary with single check-in and baggage transfer across both carriers' networks. The move marks the first stage of a broader joint venture agreed in March 2025. It aims to deepen cooperation and expand travel options across routes for…

“South African travelers looking for a unique, crowd-free holiday experience won't have to look farther than Victoria Falls for quiet months from mid-August to December. A sweet spot between peak tourist season and the rainy summer rush. As the water levels drop, Victoria Falls reveals hidden gems like the famous demon pool. At the edge of the waterfall, the natural infinity pool allows adventurous swimmers to take their dip and stare at the canyon over 100 meters below. The dry season also brings optimal conditions for world-class white water rafting in the Batka Valley, while Grade IV and V Rapids…