11 May 2026
African Airlines Record Strongest Regional Cargo Growth in March 2026
African airlines recorded the strongest regional air cargo performance in March 2026, with demand increasing by…
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11 May 2026
What to Expect at AviaDev Africa 2026 in Botswana
African Pilot Magazine speaks with Jon Howell, CEO and Founder of AviaDev, ahead of AviaDev Africa…
22 April 2026
Green Maintenance Takes Centre Stage at African MRO Conference as Industry Focuses on Decarbonisation
Green maintenance and decarbonisation are becoming central to the African Aviation MRO strategy, with airlines and…
22 April 2026
African MRO Digital Transformation Starts with Data Integrity
Digital transformation in African MRO depends on data integrity, system integration and governance rather than access…
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Africa’s MRO Future Hinges on Skills and Workforce Development
Africa’s MRO growth depends on training, retaining and developing skilled engineers as workforce shortages, attrition…
Collaboration Is No Longer Optional in Africa’s MRO Market
Africa’s MRO sector faces structural pressure. Collaboration, visibility and regulatory alignment are now critical for…
African MRO’s Weakest Link Is Still the Supply Chain
Africa’s aviation MRO growth is constrained by supply chain fragmentation, parts shortages and offshore dependence,…
African MRO: Execution Will Determine Value Retention
Africa captures less than 2.5% of global MRO value despite strong aviation growth. With over…
African Aviation MRO: From Capital Flight to Continental Capability
Africa’s aviation growth is constrained by limited MRO capacity, capital flight, and regulatory fragmentation. A…
African MRO Capacity Constraints and the Case for a Continental Network
African airlines face structural MRO capacity constraints, rising costs, and limited negotiating power, reinforcing the…
Africa’s MRO Imperative: Retaining Value and Building Capability
As African aviation enters a new growth phase, the development of a competitive MRO ecosystem…
AFRAA’s African MRO Conference
AFRAA’s inaugural African MRO Conference in Addis Ababa brought together 450 delegates from more than…
AfriSAF’s Bet on the First Mile of Africa’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Future
AfriSAF is building Africa’s sustainable aviation fuel economy from the ground up, focusing on feedstock,…
The African Airlines Association MRO Conference 2026 Concludes with Strong Call for Collaboration, Capacity Building and Digital Transformation
AFRAA’s inaugural MRO Conference 2026 in Addis Ababa brought together 450+ delegates to advance collaboration,…
AFRAA Outlines $7 Billion Aviation Funding, SAF and Free Route Airspace Progress in Africa
AFRAA outlines the African Development Bank’s $7 billion aviation funding under the Integrated Aviation Transformation…
Sub-Saharan African Economies Among World’s Fastest Improving In Global Connectedness
The DHL Global Connectedness Report 2026 shows several Sub-Saharan African economies, including Namibia, Mozambique, Nigeria…
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Africa’s Aviation Growth Will Be Defined by Fleet Age and Maintenance Demand
Africa’s aviation growth to 2036 will be shaped by ageing fleets, rising MRO demand and…
IATA 2025 Safety Report Highlights Africa’s Aviation Safety Challenges and Progress
IATA’s 2025 Safety Report shows improving accident rates globally while Africa records the highest regional…
Embraer’s E2 Family Aligns Performance, Passenger Experience and Operating Economics with African Airline Needs
Embraer positions its E2 family as a right-sized solution for African airlines, supporting profitability, network…
African Development Bank Group and African Union Renew Push for Visa-Free Travel to Accelerate Africa’s Economic Transformation
African Development Bank Group and African Union renew calls for visa-free travel to unlock AfCFTA…
Digital Integration Across African Airlines, Airports and Borders Could Significantly Improve Profitability
How digital integration across African airlines, airports and borders can improve profitability and support sustainable…
Has Aviation Become Mining’s Critical Enabler in Africa?
How airlines and air freight operators are reshaping mining logistics in Africa, with Zambia’s Copperbelt…
Airbus Maps Africa’s Aviation Growth Through Fleet Forecasting, Skills Development and Decarbonisation
Airbus sets out its long-term outlook for African aviation, covering fleet demand, skills development, training…
Boeing Sees Continued Growth Across African Aviation Markets
Boeing forecasts demand for more than 1,200 new aircraft for African airlines over 20 years,…
Deutsche Aircraft Positions the D328eco® for Africa’s Regional Connectivity Challenge
African Pilot Magazine examines how Deutsche Aircraft is positioning the D328eco turboprop to address Africa’s…
IATA Warns of Supply Chain Risks as African Airlines Face Grounded Fleets
Africa’s aviation sector is already feeling one of IATA’s five key global risks, as supply…
Africa’s Fuel Production Crossroads
Africa faces growing aviation fuel risks as SAF production slows globally and supply chain failures…
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…
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…
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,…
Turning SAATM Commitments into Schedules, Corridors and Full Cabins
At the AFRAA AGA, AFCAC outlines how SAATM must move from policy commitments to practical…