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Dubai will have five times as many beaches by 2040, following a major announcement to develop tourism and wellbeing for residents.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai made the announcement on social media, after a visit to Jebel Ali Beach.

The ambitious plans will see the emirate increase the area of beaches in the emirate from 21km to 105km.

Dubai beach plan

Sheikh Mohammed said there will also be a 300 per cent increase in the services on public beaches by 2025. Read More

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has launched an innovative artificial intelligence (AI)-powered solution to transform airfreight operations and boost cargo capacity on flights.

Etihad Cargo had entered into a proof-of-concept agreement in 2021 with logistics technology solutions provider Speedcargo Technologies, becoming one of only a few global carriers to leverage the Singapore-based provider’s AI products to maximise cargo capacity on flights. “Following successful trials of Speedcargo’s AI solutions, Etihad Cargo has rolled out three AI-powered products — Amplifi, Cargo Eye and Assemble — to boost efficiency, digitise and standardise cargo handling across Etihad Cargo’s network, and enhance service levels for the carrier’s customers and partners. Read More

Are you a part of the travel industry in Kenya? Are you seeking an unparalleled opportunity to learn, network, and foster new business connections? If so, mark your calendar for 16^th June 2023 and join us at the 2023 Kenya Association of Travel Agents (KATA) Travel Convention and AGM in Naivasha. This exclusive event is the pinnacle of travel industry gatherings in Kenya, and it is one that you absolutely cannot afford to miss.

The KATA Travel Convention is meticulously designed to promote collaborative efforts and partnerships among the most prominent stakeholders in the travel industry. With a well-crafted program that facilitates open dialogue, constructive critique, and self-reflection, attendees can partake in a variety of sessions that cover critical issues affecting the industry. If you’re someone who wants to ensure the future prosperity and sustainability of Kenya’s travel sector, then this event is a must-attend for you. Read More

The Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo had brought together EAC Secretariat, partner states tourism boards and the African Tourism Board (ATB)

Member states of the East African Community are setting for joint and regional tourism promotion and development, aiming to raise the number of visitors and economic development of the region.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat had noted that tourism contributes about 10 percent to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the region of which 17 percent are foreign exchange earnings and about seven percent is the counted-on employment in various tourist services. Read More