Uganda is set to leverage the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to boost its international tourism profile following a partnership agreement …
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Africa: CAF Reverses AFCON Cycle, Restores Tournament to Every Two Years
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsThe Confederation of African Football (CAF) has resolved to retain the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as a biennial competition, with its …
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Sports
Tourism: East Africa Eyes Single Tourist Visa to Boost AFCON 2027 Travel Revenue
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsKenya, Tanzania and Uganda are considering a common tourist visa ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), in a move …
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Sports
News: Rangers International FC Petitions CAF Over Alleged Violence by Algerian Fans at Abeokuta Stadium
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsRangers International FC, Enugu, confirms that it has formally petitioned the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following incidents involving visiting supporters during …
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News: East African Community (EAC) Eyes Tourism Boom With New 10-Year Strategy Ahead of AFCON 2027
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsAs part of efforts aimed at positioning the region as a unified destination for international travellers, the East African Community (EAC) has …
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Aviation
Aviation: East African Lawmakers Push Open Skies Deal to Boost Air Travel Ahead of 2027 AFCON
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsEast African legislators are urging Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to accelerate plans to liberalise regional airspace ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup …
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Sports
Africa: $294m Nairobi Sports and Entertainment Hub Backed by NBA Executive Masai Ujiri
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsA $294 million sports and entertainment development backed by Nigerian-Canadian NBA executive Masai Ujiri and Helios Sports & Entertainment Group is set …
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Carnival Calabar
Africa: Carnival Calabar Moves to Deepen Digital Participation as Cross River Targets Sustainable Tourism Funding
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsAt a time when destinations across Africa are searching for new ways to make culture, festivals and tourism more commercially sustainable, the …
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Kenya
Africa: Kenya to Host 2029 World Athletics Championships to Boost Tourism as AU Commission Hails Landmark Selection
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsThe Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extends his warmest congratulations to the Government and people of …
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Sports
Africa: Sports Tourism Expert Dr. Tandoh to Show How PAMOJA AFCON Can Boost East Africa’s Tourist numbers at Akwaaba
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsThe tourism and sports industries will take centre stage at the 22nd Akwaaba African Travel Market as Dr. Kweku Adedayo Tandoh, Chief …