Gemfields, which owns 75% of the Kagem emerald mine in Lufwanyama, Zambia, is pleased to announce changes to the Board of Gemfields, due to take effect on 1 July 2024, following a broad search for both a new Chair...
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As Dubai International Airport (DXB) continues to reign as the world's busiest international hub for passengers,Emirates is strongly advising its customers to take note of key timings during their travel journey, to ensure a smooth travel experience during the...
This Hajj season, Emirates is geared up to serve the large volume of pilgrims making their way from the airline’s global network through Dubai, to Jeddah and Medina to perform the once in a lifetime Muslim pilgrimage. Emirates has...
Today, the Minister of Technology and Science, Hon. Felix Mutati, MP, led the groundbreaking ceremony signalling the start of construction work for Chapula Polytechnic in Lufwanyama – Zambia’s first official polytechnic. The ceremony demonstrates Kagem Mining Limited (Kagem)’s commitment...
Emirates will launch flights to Madagascar from 3 September 2024, offering more choice and connectivity for travellers, and driving inbound leisure and business travel to the country. The four-weekly flights between Dubai (DXB) and Antananarivo (TNR), will operate via...
To commemorate World Environment Day and as part of an environmental strategy that includes a commitment to consuming responsibly, Emirates is readying to repurpose more than 50,000 kilograms of materials from 191 aircraft undergoing a cabin interior refresh. Emirates...
Zambia, renowned for its abundant mineral resources, is now emerging as a potential leader in climate change investment. However, in recent years, Zambia's landscape has not been spared the effects of climate change, from erratic weather patterns to dwindling...
At the recent 2024 Pax International Magazine Awards on 29 May, at a ceremony in Hamburg, Germany - Emirates was crowned the winner of ‘Best Inflight Entertainment and Connectivity Middle East’ for its’ combination of leading Wi-Fi connectivity in the sky, and an extensive 6,500 channels of content on ice. Meanwhile, the 2024 AirlineRatings.com Airline Excellence Awards were recently announced, with Emirates taking the top spot for both ‘Best-Inflight Entertainment’ and ‘Best Premium Economy.’
In a significant boost to regional connectivity, Proflight Zambia has announced an increase in its flight frequency to Kasama to three flights per week. This strategic move underscores Proflight’s commitment to improving accessibility to Northern Zambia and comes as the...
An Emirates flight boards not just passengers and crew, but also a vibrant tapestry of cultures, languages, and demographics. It’s the upside of being based in Dubai – a melting pot of 200 nationalities and hundreds of cultures and subcultures – and having...