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Morocco
Investors fear Morocco riots

afrol News, 27 February - Foreign investors are shying away from Morocco as protests have turned violent. Moroccan stocks are falling, the tourist sector is seeing cancellations and investor groups discuss what to do.
Egypt
"Egypt is safe; Tourists, come back!"

afrol News, 25 February - Egyptians are calling on tourists to start returning to their country, now being safe. Indeed, very low prices and an enthusiastic population create a perfect environment for Egypt travellers.
Morocco
Travel market tense ahead of Morocco protests

afrol News, 18 February - With great protests planned for Morocco on Sunday and world media constantly asking "Who's next?", travellers, agents and tour operators are getting nervous. Is it safe to go to Morocco?
Egypt
Egypt banks reopen as protests continue

afrol News, 6 February - Banks reopened in Egypt today for the first time since the unrest started in a government attempt to display a return to normality. But central Cairo is again filling up with protesters demanding change.
Seychelles
Record tourist arrival numbers in Seychelles

afrol News, 18 January - Seychelles set a new record for arrivals in 2010 with 174,529 visitors. This is the highest number of visitors ever recorded during a year on the tropical islands and is some 17,000 higher than in 2009.
Tunisia
Tunisia tourism industry badly hit by revolt

afrol News, 14 January - While most Tunisians celebrate the victory of the people in ousting Dictator Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, the country's key tourism industry sees a large negative impact from the riots and revolution. Tourists are already being evacuated from Tunisia.
Botswana
Botswana outraged over tourism, diamond boycott

afrol News, 30 November - The government and citizens of Botswana are expressing outrage at a campaign launched by a British group, calling for a world-wide boycott of the country's diamonds and tourism industry, fronted by celebrities.
Cape Verde
Cape Verde popularity produces extra flights

afrol News, 30 November - Several European tour operators are setting up extra flights to Cape Verde this northern winter season as the archipelago is becoming more popular among tourists than expected.
Africa
Africa showed off well at London travel fair

afrol News, 12 November - The hall housing African stands was constantly crowded during the World Trade Market (WTM) in London this week. Tasteful stands and modern design showed visitors a new a confident image of African destinations.
Réunion and Mayotte
Réunion Island sees strong tourism recovery

afrol News, 21 October - The tourism industry on the Indian Ocean island of Réunion reports record bookings for the upcoming season, with almost full-booked hotels. The upturn comes after years of crisis.

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