South African tourism still leads as Africa’s leading destination but lately, it’s growth has seen a notable decline and this was more visible in the sector’s performance in 2018. As reported by Tourism Update, the country, in 2018, saw a 1.9% decline in its tourism economy. South African tourism has a new challenger. Furthermore, the..
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South Africa’s Tourism:- The question that remains is, how will South Africa’s tourism fare in 2019?
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Think twice:- SAA warns passengers travelling to US of additional carriage restrictions
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Think twice before you pack liquids, aerosols, and gels for your next trip to Trump Town. South African Airways (SAA) has advised its customers of additional restrictions for passengers on the carriage of liquids when traveling to the United States. “In terms of the United States’ Transportation Security Administration (TSA), there will be additional security..
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South African scientist Dr Jackie King wins Stockholm Water Prize:- #WorldWaterDay
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Dr. Jacqueline ‘Jackie’ King is the first African scientist to ever win the ‘Nobel Prize for Water’, also known as the Stockholm Water Prize. South Africa’s Dr. Jackie King has been named as the Stockholm Water Prize Laureate for her groundbreaking contributions to global river management. Her work has provided tools to decision makers allowing..
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Afrikaaners can be very proud of Belgium:- ‘Die Stem’ sung at a national event (video)
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AfriForum shared a video on its Twitter page, which was taken during the 82nd Flemish National Zangfeest (singing festival) in the Antwerp Lotto Arena in the Flemish region of Belgium at the weekend, where “Die Stem” was sung. On the eve of Human Rights Day, a video has gone viral on social media showing the..
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South African expats in New Zealand react to Christchurch terror attack, do you really know the Islam Religion?
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South Africans at home and in New Zealand expressed shock and outrage at the horrific attacks on two mosques in Christchurch which left 49 people dead and scores injured. New Zealand police confirmed three men and a woman were taken into custody in connection with the attacks. One of the men, in his late twenties,..
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The UK Government announces that they are now reforming the Immigration route
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In its latest Statement of changes, published on 7 March 2019, the UK Government has made it very clear that it is moving away from the Points-Based Immigration system (PBS). Both the Tier 1 Entrepreneur and Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur route are falling away shortly. These routes will be replaced with an Innovator and Start-up..
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How many overseas voters will take part, and where they’re voting from for the 2019 Elections
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A record number of overseas voters have applied to vote in the 2019 Elections. Here’s where they are all from, with some surprises thrown in. The 2019 Elections are just around the corner, and the thrill of the democratic process is gripping South Africa. But you don’t have to be in this country to make..
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To travel these days you are confronted with Fright or Flight? These are the least safe airlines in the world
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If you find yourself on one of these airlines, we wouldn’t advise you to buckle up before takeoff. We’d instead ask you to remove your seatbelt, and make a dash for the exit. The safety standards of all operating airlines have come into sharp focus this week, following the death of 157 passengers and crew..
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Following the deadly Ethiopian Airlines crash China grounds all its Boeing 737 Max 8 planes
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China’s Aviation Authority said on Monday morning local time that it has issued a notice to ground all Boeing 737 Max 8 planes used by domestic airlines in response to the recent Ethiopian Airlines crash which killed 157 people. The Ethiopian Airlines crash occurred six minutes after takeoff on Sunday aboard a Boeing 737 Max..
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Do you have any travel plans for this year, well here’s the six best budget travel destinations to explore in 2019
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If you’re looking for a few fresh travel destination ideas without breaking the bank, then you’ve come to the right place. While reading through this posting keep in mind rates are bound to change, so have a peek at our affordable flights and hotel accommodation links at the top of this page. Often times the..
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