Category - Africa

9
Jan

Mozambique: advisory from Ottawa: avoid Homoine district

The Advisories and Security tabs were updated – avoid non-essential travel to the Homoine district. Risk level: Exercise a high degree of caution; see also regional advisories. http://travel.gc.ca/destinations/mozambique?utm_source=mozambique&utm_medium=travel_en&utm_campaign=mailout_links&utm_content=2014-01-08%2003:44%20pm

2
Dec

Nigeria: Maidurguri Airport: Boko Haram attacks

Many residents of Maiduguri, the Borno State capital as well as security agents were feared dead on Monday as Boko Haram insurgents attacked Maiduguri International Airport. Witnesses said the attackers set two aircraft parked on the tarmac ablaze and also hit the nearby air force base. In their hundreds, the insurgents invaded parts of the […]

2
Dec

Tunisia: general strike announced for Dec 12

Tunisia general strike being planned Thursday December 12, 2013 transportation, airlines and airports. Tunisian airports run by OACA are:- Djerba-Zarzis International Tunis Carthage Tozeur – Nefta International Gafsa – Ksar Airport Sfax – Thyna Tabarka international Gabes Matmata Airport Monastir Habib Bourguiba is managed by a private company on behalf of OACA http://www.easytravelreport.com/#anchor_1957

22
Nov

Mali: travel advisory from Ottawa

Travel advisory from Ottawa re Mali: MALI – AVOID NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against non-essential travel to the city of Bamako, the province of Sikasso and areas in the provinces of Segou and Koulikoro south of the Niger River, due to the threat of terrorism, banditry and kidnapping. Regional Advisory […]

21
Nov

Libya: Tripoli: strike

From Lufthansa: Flight cancellations to / from Tripolis until and including November 25th, 2013 Due to a general strike and the current situation in Lybia, all flight to/from Tripolis up until November 25th, 2013 will be cancelled with immediate effect. http://www.lufthansa.com/de/en/Travel-information#ancAbT2

21
Nov

Madagascar: elections: be vigilant

Canadians advised that the second round, as well as legislative elections are scheduled for Dec. 20, 2013. Remain vigilant and avoid demonstrations and large gatherings. http://travel.gc.ca/destinations/madagascar?utm_source=madagascar&utm_medium=travel_en&utm_campaign=mailout_links&utm_content=2013-10-29%2004:07%20pm