66% plan to travel more: How SA’s youth are rewriting the travel rulebook

Youth Month is coming to an end, and as South Africa reflects on this celebration, a new generation of travellers is rewriting the rulebook. They view travel not merely as a quick holiday, but as a journey towards independence, fresh perspectives and profound self-discovery.

According to recent findings by Marriott Bonvoy, 66% of South African Gen Z travellers plan to take more holidays, proving that the appetite for meaningful exploration has never been higher.

Across the broader South African market, travellers are aiming for an average of six holidays per year, two domestic, two short-haul and two long-haul getaways. The top travel destinations are South Africa, England, Mauritius, the USA, Mozambique, France, Botswana, Zanzibar and Italy.

By Alyssia Birjalal

Full story at IOL

NAHCO extends handling contracts with Qatar, others

The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc (NAHCO) has extended its handling contract with Qatar Airways, Saudia Airlines and ASKY.

The company also signed a fresh contract with a new entrant into the Nigerian market, FlyGabon, a statement by the Spokesman of NAHCO, Tayo Ajakaye, has said.

The statement hinted that Qatar Airways extended its partnership with NAHCO for another three years, while Saudia Air renewed its contract for the next five years.

By : Olusegun Koiki

Full story at Guardian Nigerian

British explorer is first to cross globe by land, sea and air

James Ketchell celebrates his return to Gosport after
sailing nearly 9,000 miles around the world

A British adventurer has become the first person to circumnavigate the world by land, sea and air.

James Ketchell, 43, has completed a 34,175-mile (55,000km) trip in a 40ft boat called Mindset.

It marked his third circumnavigation, having previously achieved the feat by bike in 2013 and gyrocopter in 2019.

Mr Ketchell, from Basingstoke, Hants, set sail from nearby Gosport in July 2025. His journey took him to Lanzarote, Brazil, South Africa, Tasmania and Argentina.

By Alice Lilley

Full story at Yahoo News

England-Croatia World Cup clash faces empty seat concerns

Croatia’s opening match of the FIFA World Cup against England next week could be played in front of noticeable numbers of empty seats, despite FIFA’s repeated claims of unprecedented demand for the tournament.

According to a report from the Daily Mail, hundreds of tickets remain available for the Group Stage fixture at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, scheduled for next Wednesday.

The situation has renewed scrutiny of FIFA’s ticketing strategy and pricing structure ahead of one of the tournament’s most anticipated opening matches.

The governing body has faced criticism from supporter groups over ticket costs, with many arguing that prices have placed matches beyond the reach of ordinary fans.

By Croatia Week

Full story at Croatia Week

“South Africa Must Go” Protest Hits MTN Ghana Office

Several dozen demonstrators marched on the Accra headquarters of MTN Ghana on Thursday, escalating a campaign dubbed “South Africa Must Go” in response to xenophobic attacks against African migrants in South Africa.

Videos circulating on social media showed a large crowd carrying placards and chanting slogans outside the telecommunications firm’s offices in the Ghanaian capital.

The protest reflects mounting anger across the region over violence targeting foreign nationals in South Africa, including Ghanaians, Nigerians and others.

By Jimisayo Opanuga

Full story at News Central TV