20 January 2026
Africa’s Fuel Production Crossroads
Africa faces growing aviation fuel risks as SAF production slows globally and supply chain failures disrupt…
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16 January 2026
5.7% Growth in Air Passenger Demand in November 2025
Global air passenger demand grew by 5.7% in November 2025, according to IATA, with African airlines…
16 January 2026
2026 Set to Mark a Defining Year for Air Transport Growth
Africa’s aviation sector is set for strong growth in 2026, driven by rising demand, fleet expansion…
11 January 2026
African Airlines Association Secretary General Sets Out Strategic Direction for 2026 and Beyond
AFRAA outlines strategic priorities for African aviation to 2026, covering safety, market reform, connectivity, sustainability, MRO…
Turning SAATM Commitments into Schedules, Corridors and Full Cabins
At the AFRAA AGA, AFCAC outlines how SAATM must move from policy commitments to practical…
The Value of Helicopters in Flood Response
Flood disasters reveal the unique value of helicopters in humanitarian response, medical evacuation and access…
Africa Leads Global Aviation Growth, but Structural Constraints Continue to Undermine Sustainability
African aviation leads global passenger and cargo growth, but profitability, high costs, safety gaps and…
AfrexInsure Outlines Risk Management Interventions for Africa’s Aviation Sector
At AFRAA’s 57th AGA, AfrexInsure outlined how premium retention, underwriting capacity and risk frameworks can…
Advancing Helicopter Emergency Medical Services in Africa
Africa’s first HEMS Symposium examines emergency medical helicopter operations, training, governance, and Airbus Helicopters’ role…
AASA and the Shift from Policy Dialogue to Delivery in African Aviation
AASA CEO Aaron Munetsi outlines how African airline advocacy is shifting towards implementation through SAATM,…
AFRAA 57th AGA Tackles Aviation’s Toughest Challenges and Charts Africa’s Skies for the Future
AFRAA’s 57th Annual General Assembly in Luanda examined airline resilience, fleet strategy, MRO capacity and…
AASA to Encourage African Airlines to Adopt IATA’s CO2 Connect for Accurate and Transparent Emissions Data
AASA and IATA sign an MoU to promote CO2 Connect, enabling African airlines to provide…
Boeing: Africa’s Rising Passenger Air Traffic will spur Region’s Fleet to more than Double by 2044
Boeing forecasts 6% annual passenger traffic growth in Africa, with the region’s commercial aircraft fleet…
USD$1.2 Billion in Airline Funds Blocked by Governments, Majority in Africa and Middle East
IATA reports USD 1.2 billion in airline funds blocked from repatriation, with 93% trapped across…
Moving SAATM Forward: Deregulation, Lower Costs and a Continental Infrastructure Plan
AUDA-NEPAD outlines the progress of SAATM, the political reforms needed to lower aviation costs, and…
Aviation Takes the Lead as UAE Unveils USD 6 Billion Tourism Investment Plan for Africa
The UAE’s USD 6 billion tourism investment plan for Africa places aviation and air connectivity…
Embraer Report Highlights Untapped Potential for Intra-Middle East Air Connectivity
Embraer’s new market report reveals major opportunities to expand intra-Middle East air connectivity, showing how…
Biometrics Could Save African Airports Millions, Says IATA
A new IATA study shows African airports could save up to $80 million by integrating…
Luanda Financing Summit: The World Bank’s Perspective on Closing Africa’s Aviation Infrastructure Gaps
The World Bank outlines its approach to addressing Africa’s aviation infrastructure gaps at the Luanda…
Bell at the Forefront of Vertical Innovation: Ready for the Dubai Airshow
Bell returns to Dubai Airshow showcasing the Bell 505 and SUBARU Bell 412EPX, reinforcing its…
Luanda Summit: AU’s Lerato Mataboge Rallies Africa to Invest in Open Skies and Integrated Air Transport
At the Luanda Summit, AU’s Lerato Mataboge urged Africa to invest in open skies and…
Building Africa’s Open Skies: AFCAC Outlines Priorities for SAATM Implementation
At the Luanda Financing Summit, AFCAC outlined priorities to accelerate SAATM, calling for investment, harmonisation,…
Africa’s Skies at a Crossroads: ATNS Turbulence Underscores Urgent Need for Aviation Reform
ATNS’s suspension of 300+ flight procedures exposes deep cracks in South Africa’s airspace system, reinforcing…
AASA Calls for Bold Interventions to Transform African Aviation
AASA urges regulatory harmonisation, open markets, supply chain stability, and sustainable reforms to unlock Africa’s…
AASA’s 2025–26 Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson Elected
AASA re-elects Daniel Rosenzweig of Lift as Chairperson and appoints Eswatini Air CEO Capt. President…
IATA Outlines Priorities to Strengthen Aviation’s Contribution to African Growth
IATA calls on African states to boost aviation’s role in economic growth by improving safety,…
Airbus Expands its Footprint in Africa with a New Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg
Airbus opens a new Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg, reinforcing its nearly 50-year partnership with…
Gabriel Semelas Reaffirms Airbus Commitment to Africa as New Support Centre Opens in Johannesburg
Airbus opens a new Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg as Gabriel Semelas highlights the company’s…
Passenger Growth Hits 5% in May
Passenger demand rose 5% in May 2025, with African airlines reporting 9.5% growth. The Africa–Asia…
Africa’s Next Flight: Modern Airline Retailing Unlocked
Discover how TPConnects and AFRAA are reshaping airline distribution in Africa through their latest whitepaper.…
Embraer Celebrates A-29 Super Tucano 600,000 Flight Hours
Embraer celebrates 600,000 flight hours for the A-29 Super Tucano, a globally proven light attack…