Japan’s JICA “Africa Hometown” Plan Launched at TICAD 9, Then Withdrawn After Visa Confusion
Japan unveiled the “JICA Africa Hometown” initiative during the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development.
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Air Tanzania Launches First Direct Flights from Lagos to Tanzania
Air Tanzania has launched the first direct link between Lagos and Dar es Salaam, opening a faster corridor between West and East Africa.
South Africa to Launch AI-Powered Electronic Travel Authorisation System
The South African government is preparing a significant change to the way visitors enter the country, which was announced on 18 September 2025. The…
China Visa – Canton Fair 2025
Afari Travels & Tours is now assisting with China Business & Tourist Visa applications for participants heading to Guangzhou for the fair. With our professional visa support, guided travel planning, and tailored packages, you can focus on making deals while we handle the logistics.
Oman 2 Years Residence Visa for Nigerians
With Afari Travels & Tours, you can be assured of a stress-free Oman visa process from start to finish.
St. Kitts & Nevis Citizens Can Now Visit Nigeria Visa-Free!
This milestone, effective 4 August 2025, was announced following high-level talks between Prime Minister Terrance Drew of St. Kitts & Nevis and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria.
Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas: A Floating World of Adventure
The ship boasts 20 decks, with distinct zones also known as neighbourhoods spanning across 18 decks.
Mauritius to Introduce €3 Per-Night Tourist Tax from October 2025
Starting from 1 October 2025, a tax of €3 per night will be levied on tourists aged 12 and above staying at accommodations such as hotels, guesthouses, tourist residences, and similar lodgings.
China to Open First National Museum Dedicated to African History and Culture
China announces its first national museum of African history and culture, a landmark project set to boost cultural tourism and China–Africa exchange.
Southwest Airlines Revises “Customer of Size” Policy
Southwest Airlines updates seating policy requiring adjacent seat purchase for customers unable to fit comfortably in one seat.
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