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WTC 2025: Markram and Bavuma put South Africa in sight of glory
The Island
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June 14, 2025
A black box has been found at the site of the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, India’s civil aviation minister said on Friday.The flight data recorder was recovered within 28 hours by India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), Ram...
RwandAir, Accra Weizo collaborate to connect Africa
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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June 14, 2025
To promote travel and tourism in Africa, Rwandair, a leading African airline, has partnered with the Organisers of Accra Weizo towards the 8th edition of the West African travel expo billed to hold on June, 27, 2025 in Ghana. Since its inception...
Photos of 1980s African-Caribbean life in Bradford to be displayed
Telegraph & Argus
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Victor Wedderburn's photos, which capture 1980s African-Caribbean life in the city, will be shown at the National Science and Media Museum as part of Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture. The photos feature local landmarks such as Lumb Lane's Roots...
Stakeholders Unite For UN Tourism Summit
Leadership
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June 14, 2025
The 68th meeting of the UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa between June 11 and 13, 2025 brought together tourism stakeholders from across the continent to Abuja. The landmark event aimed to promote sustainable tourism development, foster...
Brisbane secures trip to 2025 LLWS
Williamsport Sun-Gazette - Pennsylvania
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PHOTO PROVIDED Members of Brisbane (Queensland) North Region Little League won the Australia Regional championship to qualify for the Little League World Series in South Williamsport in this photo provided by Little League International. Brisbane...
Rwandair Partners Accra Weizo to Connect more Passengers in Africa
This Day
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June 14, 2025
Charles Ajunwa Rwandair has partnered organisers of Accra Weizo to promote travel and tourism in Africa. RwandAir has served the vibrant city of Accra, Ghana, since July 2013. The airline operates a Boeing 737 on this route, providing three weekly...
TAP TAP Got Talent Season One Concludes with Showcase of African Creativity
This Day
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June 13, 2025
Tosin Clegg The debut season of TAP TAP Got Talent a new digital talent show powered by Poshyankee Entertainment, has officially come to a close after weeks of electrifying performances, cultural expression, and record-breaking live engagement on...
Gulf Air Launches First Flight To Nairobi, Expanding African Footprint
Travel Noire
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June 13, 2025
Bahrain’s national carrier, Gulf Air, celebrated the successful launch of its inaugural flight to Nairobi, Kenya. The momentous occasion took place on June 3, 2025. The event was commemorated with special events at Jomo Kenyatta International...
Tourist Attractions in Texas
PlanetWare
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Written by Lana Law Updated Jun 13, 2025 Whether you're interested in a city getaway, a nature escape, a beach vacation, or finding an authentic off-the-beaten-path small town, Texas has everything you're looking for and more. This state is...
Travel bans upset Arab Americans all over again
The Mining Journal - Michigan
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A Haraz Coffee House employee makes a drink on Monday in Dearborn in this image captured from video. (AP photo) DEARBORN — The ban on travel from certain countries that took effect Monday — reminiscent of President Donald Trump’s first-term...
Former County Durham headteacher honoured for voluntary African teaching work
The Northern Echo
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Eileen Lees from Bournmoor may have retired from her career as a teacher at Red Rose Primary School in Chester-le-Street, but her passion for education still takes her across the globe. Eileen, 77, has devoted her spare time to travelling over to...
Does Trump’s latest travel ban include Somali nationals?
MinnPost - Minnesota
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June 13, 2025
D.C. Memo | A recap of a week’s worth of Washington political news, journalism, and opinion, delivered with an eye toward what matters for Minnesota. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation banning travel from 12 countries, including Somalia,...
Diplomats call for united Africa to achieve real transformation
Business and Financial Times
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June 13, 2025
…eulogise Namibian Ambassador, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, as her tenure ends Diplomats gathered at the 35th Namibian Independence Day commemoration and farewell ceremony for the outgoing Ambassador, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, have rallied around the...
Is it safe to travel to Jordan after airspace is shut by Israel-Iran conflict?
The Independent
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June 13, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Smart Travel: Fact Finding Around Tragic Air India Crash, Protest Impacts on Tourists and New Travel Ban Implementation
Smart Meetings
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June 13, 2025
The news was filled with scary stories this week as a fatal crash in India and protests around the country brought a collective gasp to the travel industry. What can you do to keep your attendees safe and reassure them? We asked the experts. As...
Two Alabama students selected among 2025 America’s Field Trip awardees
The Shelby County Reporter - Alabama
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June 13, 2025
Published 11:28 am Friday, June 13, 2025 FROM STAFF REPORTS MONTEVALLO – America’s Field Trip is a nationwide initiative encouraging students to reflect on what America means to them, with first-place awardees receiving special behind-the-scenes...
Ghana is open for foreign direct investment in tourism
Ghana News Agency
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June 13, 2025
By Hafsa Obeng Accra, June 13, GNA – Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, has reiterated that Ghana is open for foreign direct investment in tourism. She said the country was always ready for such investments...
UN Tourism Commission for Africa Meets to Boost Social Impact, Innovation, and Youth Empowerment
Hospitality Net
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June 13, 2025
The UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa (CAF), brought together tourism leaders, government officials, and creative-sector stakeholders to chart a future where tourism drives lasting, inclusive development across the region. The event...
New York Museums are Showcasing African American Art, Exhibitions Feature Lorna Simpson, Rashid Johnson, Beauford Delaney, Amy Sherald, Black Dandyism & More
Savannah Herald - Georgia
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June 13, 2025
TOP NEW YORK MUSEUMS are presenting exhibitions of major African American artists this spring and summer with most on view through fall 2025. Solo exhibitions include the largest-ever surveys of Rashid Johnson at the Guggenheim Museum, Amy Sherald...
Tanzania introduces mandatory travel insurance for foreign visitors
Business Insider Africa
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June 13, 2025
The policy is part of the 2025/2026 fiscal budget presented to the National Assembly in Dodoma by the Minister of Finance. Once purchased, the non-refundable travel insurance policy will remain valid for 62 days (approximately two months)....