African outsourcing grows as travel rises

Africa-based CCI expands into Europe through its acquisition of AviaContact, adding new travel support operations in...

Passengers go digital, why don’t airlines?

Air travel still lags behind the digital ease passengers expect, as everyday tasks move faster online...

African air travel
demand rises

New research by IATA shows continued growth for the continent’s airlines amid record global passenger traffic.

Wave of AI cyberattacks hits hotels

Cybercriminals are using more sophisticated phishing scams to infiltrate hotel systems and steal guest data, warns...

Luxury travel shifts from status to story

Affluent travellers are prioritising emotional connection and cultural depth over traditional displays of luxury.

SA digital visa set to
boost tourism

The Federated Hospitality Association of SA says the Electronic Travel Authorisation system will strengthen travel competitiveness...

Morocco expands rail network for 2030 World Cup tourism

Upgrades to digital infrastructure will be key to delivering reliable transport systems, writes ZINEB KAMRI, Vertiv...

Tech rollout blocks aviation’s net zero goal

New research reveals sustainable feedstock is available in abundance, but turning it into fuel at scale...

Heritage travel surges in South Africa

Hotel group Marriott has identified six destinations across South Africa where travellers can reconnect with their...

SA tourism rebounds but trails global recovery

South Africa is close to 2019 visitor numbers, yet its recovery lags behind global and regional...

South Africa’s digital gatekeeper lands

A shift in how the country manages short-term foreign arrivals and tourism has been years in...

Travel giants turn to
AI agents

The rise of autonomous travel assistants is reshaping the way online booking platforms work, writes our...

Airlines speed up check-in with SITA Connect Fly

The international association's new service promises smoother passenger handling and quicker airport turnarounds.

Aero SA trade show aims to rally SA aviation

The 2026 event is intended to set new benchmarks for innovation, collaboration, and engagement in general...

SA corporate travel set for major 2026 rebound

Nearly half of EMEA businesses plan to boost travel budgets, signalling business travel’s return as a...

TurnStay injects $2m into African travel

The platform processes cards in travellers’ home countries and settles locally, cutting fees by up to...

AI becomes South Africa’s travel agent

Kaspersky survey shows 23% of travellers in South Africa already use AI to plan their trips,...

Portyl brings ancient Rome to life with AR

Histoury’s new app recreates historical landmarks through immersive, location-based mobile experiences.

Hackers have already booked your identity

Stolen passports and booking details are flooding dark web marketplaces as international trips increase.

Travel trust gap widens as AI fraud fears grow

A new study finds 44% of global consumers lack confidence in the industry’s ability to safeguard...