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Sense of Africa, South Africa Newsflash 07 October 2025
Sense of Africa is preparing for the WTM London – meet us there! Sense of Africa, South Africa will be at WTM in London, connect with our Managing Executive, Suzanne Benadie, at the ATTA stand from 4 to 6 November 2025. Please contact us on this link (click here) South Africa's inbound tourism surges South Africa’sRead More
Sense of Africa Botswana Newsflash 06 October 2025
Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia Updates. ZIMBABWE INTRODUCES NEW IMMIGRATION FORM. Please be advised that Zimbabwe has implemented a new compulsory online immigration declaration form for all travelers entering the country, effective immediately. Key Information: The form must be completed online before arrival at any port of entry, including Victoria Falls Airport. It applies to all nationalities without exception. The processRead More
Sense of Africa, South Africa Newsflash 30 September 2025
Sense of Africa is preparing for the WTM London – meet us there! Sense of Africa, South Africa will be at WTM in London, connect with our Managing Executive, Suzanne Benadie, at the ATTA stand from 4 to 6 November 2025. Please contact us on this link (click here) Capturing the majestical Victoria Falls in LowRead More
Sense of Africa, South Africa Newsflash 23 September 2025
Sense of Africa is preparing for the WTM London – meet us there! Sense of Africa, South Africa will be at WTM in London, connect with our Managing Executive, Suzanne Benadie, at the ATTA stand from 4 to 6 November 2025. Please contact us on this link (click here) Indaba 2026 to be hosted in DurbanRead More
Sense of Africa Botswana Newsflash 17 September 2025
Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia Updates. SINGITA EXPANDS IT'S FOOTPRINT IN AFRICA WITH A NEW LODGE IN BOTSWANA Singita has confirmed the opening of 'Elela', in Botswana's Okavango Delta on December 11 2026. Set in concession NG26, a brand-new property is on the horizon, featuring eight exclusive camps — five one-bedroom units, two two-bedroom suites,Read More
Sense of Africa, East Africa Newsflash 12 September 2025
Rwanda: Highlights From Kwita Izina Gorilla Naming Ceremony 2025 The 20th edition of Rwanda's annual Kwita Izina gorilla-naming ceremony took place last weekend, on 05 September 2025, marking another successful year for the nation's conservation efforts. This unique event, held at the foothills of Volcanoes National Park, is a profound celebration of both wildlifeRead More
Sense of Africa, South Africa Newsflash 09 September 2025
V&A Waterfront’s US$1bn vision The V&A Waterfront plans a R20 billion phased development over 15-20 years to expand the Granger Bay area, connecting it to the Atlantic Ocean. The mixed-use project will include residential areas, hotels, and extend the promenade. View Details here Malagasy Orchid "Cynorkis hasinai" named after guide Hasina Found inRead More
Sense of Africa, East Africa Newsflash 05 September 2025
RwandAir Plans Next Phase Of Fleet Expansion RwandAir plans to expand its fleet from 14 to at least 21 aircraft by 2029 by acquiring new aircraft such A330s for long-haul routes, B737-800s for regional and mid-haul routes, and Bombardier Q400s for domestic routes. The expansion forms part of the airline’s goals of more thanRead More
Sense of Africa, Namibia Newsflash 04 September 2025
Trade Shows Please note that we are scheduled to participate in the upcoming trade shows: IFTM Top Resa: 23rd to 25th September 2025 WTM London: 4th to 6th November 2025 To schedule a meeting with us, please click here. Nkasa Lupala Lodge Rates Please be aware that an amendment has been made to the Nkasa LupalaRead More