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Jet fuel shortages: why airfares may stay high for months
1+ hour, 59+ min ago (519+ words) If you've been quietly planning a mid-year escape, maybe a quick Cape Town to Joburg hop or that long-overdue international trip, this might not be the news you were hoping for. According to Joburgetc, behind the scenes, the aviation industry…...
Heineken's "Bar De Change' lets South Africans enjoy local beer prices overseas
3+ hour, 39+ min ago (385+ words) For many South Africans travelling overseas, the first round of drinks often comes with a moment of hesitation. A quick currency conversion. A mental calculation. And sometimes, a decision to skip that extra drink altogether. Now, a new campaign by…...
Queen Mary 2s overnight Cape Town stop confirmed for 2026
5+ hour, 55+ min ago (557+ words) There's something quietly thrilling about spotting a giant ocean liner on the Cape Town horizon. Not just any ship, but the ship. The Queen Mary 2. According to travelnews. africa, in April 2026, that moment is set to return. Cunard's flagship ocean…...
Limpopo village opens eco-tourism trails along the Olifants River
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (525+ words) In a part of Limpopo that many travellers pass without a second glance, something quietly hopeful is taking shape. A rural community has stepped forward with a plan that feels both simple and powerful: invite people in, but do it…...
Why birdwatching is quietly reshaping travel in Africa
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (611+ words) There is something quietly powerful about birdwatching. No loud engines, no crowds chasing selfies, just a pair of binoculars and the slow patience of waiting for something rare to appear. Across parts of Africa, that quiet pastime is turning into…...
Capetonian cuisine: Three hidden gems
23+ hour, 33+ min ago (525+ words) Everyone needs to eat; it's simple fact. That doesn't mean eating has to be a chore, though, and Capetonian cuisine has plenty of food that's well worth the effort. Here are three of the most obscure yet delicious small restaurants…...
Airlink converts all South African fares to US dollars
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (316+ words) In a move that could shake up travel planning for South Africans, Airlink has announced that all fares originating from the country will now be listed in US dollars. The change, effective from April 2, aligns with IATA Resolution 024a, which came…...
Circular migration in South Africa: young professionals return home
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (324+ words) For a generation of South Africans, the dream of working abroad isn't a permanent escape, it's a journey with a homecoming built in. A new report from The TEFL Academy highlights a growing trend called circular migration, where young professionals…...
Fly Safair airstairs collision at Cape Town International
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (335+ words) A routine morning at Cape Town International Airport took an unexpected twist on Monday when a Fly Safair Boeing 737-800, flight FA112, was grazed by a ground handling airstairs vehicle. The minor collision, which occurred at stand A9 around 11: 15am, caused a small fuel…...
A quieter weekend: What's on across South Africa
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (569+ words) There is a particular kind of quiet that settles in after a run of big-ticket events, writes Miriam Kimvangu. Weekend markets remain one of the most reliable ways to structure a day, particularly in urban centres. In Cape Town, Neighbourgoods…...