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  • IATA Updates Cargo and Ground Operations Manuals

    IATA releases its 2026 cargo and ground operations manuals featuring nearly 100 updates on lithium battery transport, live animal welfare, and digital tools.

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    17 November 2025

  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • SAATM: Morocco Highlights Long-Term Vision for Sustainable Aviation Growth and Infrastructure Integration at Luanda Finance Summit

    At the Luanda Summit, Morocco outlined its long-term aviation vision focused on infrastructure, liberalisation, and regional integration under SAATM.

    Adil Bahi, Director of Strategy, Management and Coordination of Transport at the Ministry of Transport and Logistics of the Kingdom of Morocco. Photo Credit ©African Pilot // Craig Dean
  • Zimbabwe’s Approach to Collaborative Growth and Modernisation in African Aviation

    At the Luanda Financing Summit, Zimbabwe highlighted collaboration, investment and policy reform as key drivers of Africa’s aviation modernisation.

  • FlySafair Unveils Protea Livery Designed by 22-Year-Old South African Student

    FlySafair and Cricket South Africa unveil a Protea-themed aircraft livery by 22-year-old Dinika Naidu, marking one year of their national partnership.

  • SAA Extends African Connectivity with New Service Between Johannesburg and Gaborone

    South African Airways launches a twice-daily Johannesburg–Gaborone service, strengthening intra-African connectivity, trade and regional integration.

  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • SAATM: Morocco Highlights Long-Term Vision for Sustainable Aviation Growth and Infrastructure Integration at Luanda Finance Summit

    At the Luanda Summit, Morocco outlined its long-term aviation vision focused on infrastructure, liberalisation, and regional integration under SAATM.

    Adil Bahi, Director of Strategy, Management and Coordination of Transport at the Ministry of Transport and Logistics of the Kingdom of Morocco. Photo Credit ©African Pilot // Craig Dean
  • Zimbabwe’s Approach to Collaborative Growth and Modernisation in African Aviation

    At the Luanda Financing Summit, Zimbabwe highlighted collaboration, investment and policy reform as key drivers of Africa’s aviation modernisation.

  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Qatar Airways and Air Algérie Expand Network Access and Deepen Cooperation with Codeshare Partnership Launch

    Qatar Airways and Air Algérie launch a new codeshare partnership to enhance connectivity between Algeria, Asia, and the Middle East via Doha’s Hamad International Airport.

    Qatar Airways and Air Algérie Expand Network Access and Deepen Cooperation with Codeshare Partnership Launch
  • Botswana Air Access Welcomes New Proflight Zambia Service Connecting Lusaka, Livingstone and Maun

    Proflight Zambia’s new Lusaka–Livingstone–Maun route enhances regional air connectivity, tourism, and business cooperation between Zambia and Botswana.

  • Air Seychelles Increases Frequency to Daily Service from Seychelles to Abu Dhabi

    Air Seychelles increases Seychelles–Abu Dhabi flights to a daily schedule from 16 October 2025, enhancing connectivity and boosting tourism growth.

    Air Seychelles Increases Frequency to Daily Service from Seychelles to Abu Dhabi
  • Leadership Update At Air Botswana

    Air Botswana confirms the departure of General Manager Ms Naomi Leungo Rasebotsa and continuation of Mr Boikanyo Ntwaagae as Acting General Manager.

  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Qatar Airways and Air Algérie Expand Network Access and Deepen Cooperation with Codeshare Partnership Launch

    Qatar Airways and Air Algérie launch a new codeshare partnership to enhance connectivity between Algeria, Asia, and the Middle East via Doha’s Hamad International Airport.

    Qatar Airways and Air Algérie Expand Network Access and Deepen Cooperation with Codeshare Partnership Launch
  • Botswana Air Access Welcomes New Proflight Zambia Service Connecting Lusaka, Livingstone and Maun

    Proflight Zambia’s new Lusaka–Livingstone–Maun route enhances regional air connectivity, tourism, and business cooperation between Zambia and Botswana.

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  • Ethiopian Airlines, Boeing, and ThinkYoung Open Doors to Fulfilling Careers for Ethiopian Youth

    Ethiopian Airlines, Boeing, and ThinkYoung empower Ethiopian youth with STEM training, hands-on aviation experience, and career opportunities.

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    15 September 2025

    Ethiopian Airlines & Boeing
  • Decarbonising Aviation: European Commission Supports Development of Sustainable Aviation Fuels in Africa

    The European Commission, in partnership with AFCAC, is driving sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) development in Africa, supporting net-zero aviation by 2050.

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    14 September 2025

  • IATA Highlights Aviation’s Strategic Role in Rwanda’s Economic Growth

    IATA’s Value of Air Transport study shows aviation contributes USD 160m to Rwanda’s GDP, supports 42,000 jobs, and drives growth through tourism and connectivity.

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    10 September 2025

    RwandAir
  • Kenya Airways Charts Path to Recovery As Fleet Restoration Underway

    Kenya Airways reports HY 2025 results, with grounded aircraft returning and a recovery plan underway to strengthen operations and connectivity.

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    10 September 2025

    Kenya Airways goes live with NDC content in Amadeus
  • TAAG Makes History with the Launch of the First Direct Flight from Luanda to Nairobi

    TAAG launches first direct flight from Luanda to Nairobi, strengthening Angola–Kenya ties, boosting trade, tourism and regional connectivity.

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    9 September 2025

    TAAG MAKES HISTORY WITH THE LAUNCH OF THE FIRST DIRECT FLIGHT FROM LUANDA TO NAIROBI
  • Royal Air Maroc Country Manager Pays Courtesy Call on GCAA Management

    Royal Air Maroc strengthens ties with Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, expanding daily Accra flights and reaffirming its strategic growth in Ghana.

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    9 September 2025

    On Thursday, 28 August 2025, the Country Manager of Royal Air Maroc, Mr. Tarik Allali, paid a courtesy call on the management of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) at Kotoka International Airport.
  • SAA Launches New Route To Gaborone

    South African Airways launches a new twice-daily service between Johannesburg and Gaborone, boosting regional connectivity and traveller convenience.

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    9 September 2025

  • Tunisia Studies Launch of New Airlines to Boost Tourism and Connectivity

    Tunisia explores new airlines and maritime tourism to boost airports, attract global markets, and strengthen its position as a leading destination.

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    9 September 2025

    Ministère du Transport Tunis
  • Air Côte d’Ivoire Takes Delivery of Its First Rolls-Royce Powered Airbus A330neo

    Air Côte d’Ivoire takes delivery of its first Airbus A330neo powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, boosting long-haul connectivity and efficiency.

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    9 September 2025

    Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engine
  • Air Côte d’Ivoire Takes Delivery of Its First A330neo

    Air Côte d’Ivoire receives its first A330-900, the airline’s first widebody, to expand routes to Paris, the Middle East and North America, with Airbus Foundation aid flight.

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    9 September 2025

    Airbus- 1st A330neo Air Côte d'Ivoire Delivery Ceremony-aircraft with letters
  • Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates 50 Years of Service to Kinshasa, DRC

    Ethiopian Airlines marks 50 years of uninterrupted service to Kinshasa, DRC, with 32 weekly flights and dedicated cargo services connecting Africa to the world.

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    9 September 2025

    Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates 50 Years of Service to Kinshasa, DRC
  • Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 Aircraft Receive Type Certification from South African Civil Aviation Authority

    Embraer’s E190-E2 and E195-E2 jets receive SACAA type certification, paving the way for Airlink’s fleet expansion and enhancing Africa’s regional connectivity.

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    9 September 2025

    Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 Aircraft Receive Type Certification from South African Civil Aviation Authority
  • Royal Air Maroc Strengthens Marrakech Connectivity

    Royal Air Maroc relaunches and adds flights linking Marrakech with Lyon, Toulouse, Nantes, Bordeaux, Marseille and Brussels, starting October 2025.

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    8 September 2025

  • Invitation to Tender – Jimma Airfield Reconstruction Project

    Ethiopian Airlines Group invites bids for the Design-Build Jimma Airfield Reconstruction Project under Bid No. SSNT-T 564. Submission deadline: 19 September 2025.

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    8 September 2025

  • Power Bank Policy on Air Mauritius Flights

    Air Mauritius updates its power bank policy, restricting use and storage on flights from 1 September 2025 to ensure passenger safety.

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    1 September 2025

    Power Bank Policy on Air Mauritius Flights