Industry News Archives - We Are Africa
19
Dec
2023
What High Net Worth Individuals Look for in Design

When it comes to choosing their next destination to escape to, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) often seek out unique and luxurious

27
Sep
2023
Weeva: The Technology Transforming Travel and Tourism for People and Planet

Weeva’s sustainability management platform helps tourism properties track, measure, and report on their sustainable operations in one central platform. So

20
Sep
2023
Funny Old World: The Africa Edition

Welcome to special bonus episodes of Weeva’s climate podcast series, Funny Old World, where your hosts Juliet Kinsman and Simon

04
Jul
2023
PARTNERSHIPS DRIVING TRAVEL

The core ethos of We Are Africa challenges outdated travel tropes in African travel. Each year high-end travel brands gather

23
Mar
2023
QUEENAGERS, NETFLIX EFFECT & NATURE POSITIVE TRAVEL: TRAVEL TERMS TO KNOW IN 2023

Last year was a bumper year for travel, we saw borders fully open and revenge travel take off, but what

16
Mar
2023
NATURE POSITIVE TRAVEL & WHAT IT MEANS

In December 2022 the World Travel and Tourism Council brought together an alliance of over 150 companies that represent the

16
Mar
2023
PIONEERING WOMEN IN AFRICAN TOURISM

We recently celebrated International Women’s Day on the 8th of March and wanted to highlight the incredible accomplishments of women

Magashi Camp
07
Jan
2019
INTRODUCING MAGASHI CAMP, RWANDA’S NEXT BIG THING

Come December 2018, prepare to say hello to Magashi Camp – a conservation-driven project spearheaded by the combined efforts Wilderness Safaris, the Rwanda Development Board and African Parks. Find out how this high-end masterpiece will be blazing a new safari trail around Akagera National Park.

African airline opportunities
25
Jul
2018
OPPORTUNITY IS IN THE AIR

Despite being inhabited by 12 per cent of the world’s population, Africa accounts for just three per cent of its airline traffic. Richard Holmes investigates why Africa’s skies are comparatively empty – and what the travel industry can do about it.

28
Jun
2018
WHY THE US MARKET IS KEY FOR AFRICAN TOURISM

News of Africa is spreading stateside, and US travellers are now more important for the Motherland’s tourism industry than ever before. But how can Africa engage this evolving target market? Richard Holmes investigates.

12
Jun
2018
A NEW LODGE FOR THE SKELETON COAST

Introducing Shipwreck Lodge: the first five-star lodge to lay claim to the harsh, yet utterly beguiling landscape of the Skeleton Coast. Take the grand tour with Richard Holmes for the latest on this new African treasure.

28
May
2018
HOW SOUTH AFRICAN WHISKIES HAVE BECOME A GLOBAL FORCE TO BE RECKONED WITH

Richard Holmes caught up with Andy Watts, the newly award-winning master whiskey distiller at The James Sedgwick Distillery, to find out what his achievement means for SA’s whisky scene, and why a wee dram of this top-notch African spirit is making waves worldwide.

28
May
2018
DIRECT TO DURBAN

As British Airways launches direct flights to Durban from Heathrow, Heather Richardson investigates how local tourism businesses in Durban can best jump on board this opportunity, and how this new development will enable tourists to discover a whole new side to South Africa.

18
May
2018
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE 2018 CONSERVATION LAB

This year’s Conservation Lab was the biggest yet. Whether you couldn’t be there, or just want to reflect on an inspiring few days, here are our top takeaways from across the weekend…

18
May
2018
ENERGISING IDEAS AT FUSE

On Monday the We Are Africa tribe journey to Spier Wine Farm to energise ideas at FUSE, African travel’s first un-conference in partnership with RISE, the rebirth of Zimbabwe. Here’s how the day went down…

02
May
2018
THE DAWN OF ‘A CYRIL SPRING’: WHAT THE RISE OF RAMAPHOSA MEANS FOR THE SOUTH AFRICAN TOURISM INDUSTRY

Cyril Ramaphosa’s appointment as President of South Africa has been met with much relief and hopefulness for the future. The big question on all of our lips? Will he be good for South African tourism? Melissa Twigg investigates.

Africa on Tour II
20
Apr
2018
WELCOME TO THE TRIBE: 3 TOUR OPERATORS FINDING A NEW PATH

From urban safaris and artisan experiences to gorilla treks and luxury casinos, discover three new exhibitors who are are blazing an experiential trail across the continent.

Dunia women – courtesy of Dunia Camp
19
Mar
2018
MEET THE WOMEN MAKING WAVES IN AFRICA

As the world marks International Women’s Day, we asked three trend-setting members of the tribe for their insights on the impact of women in the African tourism industry.

Business has never felt so good
07
Mar
2018
HUMAN CONNECTIONS: WHY BLEISURE TRIPS CAN TRANSFORM YOUR BUSINESS

‘Holidays’ are no longer a tick-box affair. Travellers are looking for human connections on their adventures for the full, transformative experience. Richard Holmes shows us how bleisure trips can allow us to practise what the industry preaches, and transform your business by making connections and getting your intel first hand.

FATHER COFFEE
06
Mar
2018
AFRI-CAFF: THE BEAN COMES HOME

After decades of being overshadowed by espresso rivals, Africa – birthplace of the coffee bean – is finally enjoying a renaissance. Lisa Davidson explores how a new generation of java junkies are fuelling fresh hope for the continent.

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