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Nigeria: FIFA Postpones Inspection Visit

14.05.2008 20:55    allafrica.com
The proposed second round inspection of stadia and other facilities Nigeria is offering to host next year's FIFA Under-17 World Cup has been pushed forward till middle of June.


Nigeria: Governor Aliyu to 'Conquer' Zuma Rock

14.05.2008 20:55    allafrica.com
In what could be seen as a publicity stunt to promote the viability of Niger State as a tourist destination, Governor Mu'azu Babangida Aliyu will today climb up Zuma Rock in Suleja in the presence of the media.

Nigeria: Govt Woos NEPAD on Tourism

14.05.2008 20:55    allafrica.com
Lagos State government has called on the New Partnership for African Development (NEPAD), to help boost tourism in Africa by facilitating the Twining of Sister Cities' relationships amongst different African Cities.

Africa: Continent Made $24.3bn From Tourism in 2007 - Yar'Adua

14.05.2008 20:55    allafrica.com
A total of US$ 24.3 billion was derived by Africa from tourism in 2007, says President Umaru Musa Yar 'Adua.

Uganda: Hilton Hotel Kampala to Be Ready Next Year

14.05.2008 20:55    allafrica.com
Hilton Hotel Kampala, potentially Uganda's first "true" 5-star hotel and an architectural landmark is now set to be complete by September 2009, according to the project's developers, AYA Group.

South Africa: SAA to Expand, Upgrade Fleet As Fuel Price Soars

14.05.2008 20:55    allafrica.com
SOUTH African Airways (SAA) would expand and modernise its aircraft fleet over the next few years as it expanded its network and attempted to cap soaring fuel costs.

Namibia: Tourism Environmental Campaign Launched

14.05.2008 20:55    allafrica.com
Unmanaged and poorly planned travel and tourism is said to pose serious threats to the future of Africa, especially on the environment, cultures, local customs and the natural resources of host countries.

Mauritius: Supreme Court Orders Free Access to Beach

14.05.2008 20:55    allafrica.com
Mauritians and tourists alike are now able to visit the islet - sit and sunbathe on the beach - without having to pay any fee. This is what Justice Hamuth decided in a detailed ruling in Court last Monday.

Gambia: New Airline in Town

14.05.2008 20:55    allafrica.com
Intercontinental Airways Company, the latest airline in the country's aviation industry, was yesterday launched at a press briefing held at the company's head office, at the former Nawec building in Fajara.

Senegal: Casamance Heavily Dependent On Slowly Rising Tourism Income

14.05.2008 20:55    allafrica.com
Tourists are once again heading to Casamance as visitor areas are perceived to be safe from the troubles, but some industry experts worry that the numbers could plummet again with the recent upsurge in violence, seriously jeopardising the region's economy.

South Africa: Cape Town Wins "Oscar" At the World Travel Awards

14.05.2008 02:38    allafrica.com
Cape Town has clinched an "Oscar" award for its efforts towards being known as Africa's leading destination.

South Africa: Limpopo Lodge Goes 100 Percent 'Green'

14.05.2008 02:38    allafrica.com
Using his decades of expertise as a chemical engineer, Dr Hans Hahn runs a Soutpansberg-based eco-tourism lodge entirely on alternative, renewable and sustainable energy, writes Michael Appel.

Angola: Taag Opening Flight to Dubai Leaves Ethiopia

14.05.2008 02:38    allafrica.com
The opening flight of Angolan air carrier (TAAG) from Luanda to Dubai, has already taken its route to the economic capital of the United Arab Emirates, after a technical stopover in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

South Africa: SAA Making Strides With Restructuring

14.05.2008 02:38    allafrica.com
The South African Airways (SAA) has made huge strides with regards to its restructuring programme, says SAA Chief Executive Officer, Dr Khaya Ngqula.

Sierra Leone: Israel to Boost Agriculture, Tourism

14.05.2008 02:38    allafrica.com
National coordinator of Sierra Leone Israel Friendship Society (SLIFS) has reaffirmed Israel's commitment to boost the country's agriculture, technical/vocational education, infrastructure, tourism and mining.

Tunisia: Project Receives '2007 Energy Globe Award'

14.05.2008 02:38    allafrica.com
An eco tourism project set up by the a Tunisian architect was awarded the "2007 Energy Globe Award" for the efficiency of its energy consumption and its capacity to integrate and valorise the 5 natural elements, water, air, earth, sun

South Africa: Tourism Indaba is a Resounding Success

14.05.2008 02:38    allafrica.com
According to statistics on Tourism Indaba 2008, Africa's greatest tourism exhibition has attracted a total sum of 13 222 participants, up 539 people on last years 12 683 participants.

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