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Kamil Al-Awadhi, IATA Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East. Photo credit © African pilot // Craig Dean

African Infrastructure & Projects, Air Connectivity, Air Freight & Air Cargo, Air Traffic, Aircraft Engines, Aircraft Leasing, Airports, Civil Aviation, Commercial & Air Travel, Manufacturing, MRO – Maintenance, Refurb & Overhaul, Regulatory, Safety

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 policy failures continue to undermine sustainability.

Africa’s Single Air Transport Market: Progress Made, Connectivity Still Elusive

Eight years after launch, SAATM shows regulatory progress, but intra-African air connectivity remains constrained by implementation gaps and policy inertia.

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Angola Advances Digital Border Security with SITA API PNR Gateway and National Passenger Information Centre

Angola deploys SITA’s API PNR Gateway and launches a national Passenger Information Centre to strengthen border security and modernise aviation oversight.

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Remote Towers Raise Fresh Safety Concerns

Remote Tower technology is reshaping air traffic control, but IFALPA and ECA warn of major safety risks, especially when multiple airports share a single RTC.

Botswana Eyes Aviation Expansion to Support Economic Transformation Agenda

Botswana is prioritising aviation modernisation to boost tourism, trade and investment under its Economic Transformation Programme, with new cargo, PPP and infrastructure initiatives shaping long-term growth.

Gabon Civil Aviation Authority Honoured with ICAO Council President Certificate for Security Oversight Progress

Gabon’s Civil Aviation Authority receives the ICAO Council President Certificate for major progress in aviation security oversight following the recent USAP audit.

Pictured from left to right: Mr. Romain Ekoto, ICAO Regional Director for the Western and Central Africa (WACAF) Office, His Excellency, Mr. Brice Oligui Nguema, Gabon President and Head of State, and Mr. Ulrich Manfoumbi Manfoumbi, Minister of State and Minister of Transport, Merchant Marine, and Logistics of the Republic of Gabon.

Botswana Eyes Aviation Expansion to Support Economic Transformation Agenda

Gabon Civil Aviation Authority Honoured with ICAO Council President Certificate for Security Oversight Progress

Gabon’s Civil Aviation Authority receives the ICAO Council President Certificate for major progress in aviation security oversight following the recent USAP audit.

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 Financing Summit, highlighting financing needs, PPP opportunities, tax and fee reform and alignment with SAATM and Agenda 2063.

Jean-François Marteau, World Bank. Photo Credit ©African Pilot // Craig Dean

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 integrated air transport to unlock trade, tourism, and economic growth.

H.E. Ms Lerato Mataboge, Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy at the African Union Commission. Photo Credit ©African Pilot // Craig Dean

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

Emirates Group Achieves Record Half-Year Profit for 2025–26, Maintains Position as the World’s Most Profitable Airline

Emirates Group posts record half-year profit of AED 12.2 billion (US$ 3.3 billion) for 2025–26. Emirates Airline and dnata both achieve double-digit profit growth, reflecting strong global travel demand and operational excellence.

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.

Emirates Group Achieves Record Half-Year Profit for 2025–26, Maintains Position as the World’s Most Profitable Airline

New Cloud Platform Transforms Global Air Traffic Communication

SITA launches ATC Bridge, a secure cloud platform modernising global air traffic communication, cutting costs and boosting resilience for aviation authorities.

ATNS and Dans Sign Strategic Agreement to Enhance Flight Procedure Design Capabilities

ATNS and Dubai Air Navigation Services have signed a three-year SLA to strengthen flight procedure design, enhance safety, and support global collaboration.

Seated (L-R): Jeoffrey Matshoba, ATNS Head: Air Traffic Services Safety and Efficiency Management and Khalid Al Jabir, dans Senior Vice President, Operations, Standing (L-R): Thandeka Mdebuka, ATNS Chief Governance, Risk and Compliance Officer and Ibrahim Ahli, dans Chief Executive Officer

Atech, an Embraer Group Company, Signs Contract with ATNS to Modernise Air Traffic Flow Management in South Africa

Atech and ATNS sign contract to install a new ATFM system at Johannesburg’s ATC centre, improving flight efficiency, safety, and regional airspace coordination.

Africa’s Aviation Growth: A Snapshot

Discover the latest in Africa’s aviation growth, from Libya’s Afriqiyah Airways debt dispute to Air Algérie’s ambitious expansion plans. Explore how Air Mauritius and Camair-Co are turning the tide, while Mango Airlines faces an uncertain future.

uAvionix and VOTIX Announce Integration of FlightLine ADS-B Data Service to Advance Drone as First Responder Operations

uAvionix and VOTIX integrate FlightLine ADS-B data into the VOTIX platform, enhancing safety, efficiency, and situational awareness for DFR and AAM.

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.

Liberia, ICAO and BAGASOO Launch Urgent Aviation Safety Reforms

Liberia, ICAO and BAGASOO launch urgent aviation safety reforms to address ICAO audit concerns, modernise oversight, and strengthen civil aviation.

The Next Step for SAA: An A330-300 Wet-Lease and the Challenge of Regaining Market Share

South African Airways has wet-leased a 2016 Airbus A330-300 to modernise its fleet, but analysts warn seat layouts and slow recovery hinder market share gains.

The Next Step for SAA’s? An A330-300 Wet-Lease and the Challenge of Regaining Market Share

Second uAvionix FlightStation Installed at Lanseria International Airport in Partnership with National Airways Corporation (NAC)

Second uAvionix FlightStation installed at Lanseria Airport with NAC, boosting ADS-B surveillance for safer, smarter air traffic monitoring in South Africa.

Say Again: Embry-Riddle Researchers Develop AI System to Decode Aviation Speak

Embry-Riddle researchers create an AI system to transcribe and standardise pilot-controller radio communications, reducing errors and improving aviation safety.

Embry-Riddle researchers Dr. Jianhua Liu and Andrew Schneider are collaborating on a project that uses artificial intelligence to improve the clarity and safety of radio communications between pilots and air traffic controllers. Here, they are pictured with lead flight supervisor Chris Deputy (left) in the Flight Supervisor Tower. (Photo: Embry-Riddle/Melanie Stawicki Azam)

Braking Action Intelligence – The Next Frontier in Runway Safety

Real-time runway friction reporting could transform aviation safety in Africa. We explore ICAO’s Global Reporting Format, IFALPA’s concerns, and the technical hurdles to turning aircraft into live braking action sensors.

Lanseria International Airport Becomes First in Africa to Deploy Avionix FlightLine, Pioneering the Future of Surface and Airspace Awareness

Lanseria International Airport leads Africa with Avionix FlightLine, enhancing airspace safety and real-time aircraft monitoring.

African Pilot Magazine:

Air Traffic

Africa Leads Global Aviation Growth, but Structural Constraints Continue to Undermine Sustainability

Africa’s Single Air Transport Market: Progress Made, Connectivity Still Elusive

Angola Advances Digital Border Security with SITA API PNR Gateway and National Passenger Information Centre

Remote Towers Raise Fresh Safety Concerns

Botswana Eyes Aviation Expansion to Support Economic Transformation Agenda

Gabon Civil Aviation Authority Honoured with ICAO Council President Certificate for Security Oversight Progress

Botswana Eyes Aviation Expansion to Support Economic Transformation Agenda

Gabon Civil Aviation Authority Honoured with ICAO Council President Certificate for Security Oversight Progress

Luanda Financing Summit: The World Bank’s Perspective on Closing Africa’s Aviation Infrastructure Gaps

Luanda Summit: AU’s Lerato Mataboge Rallies Africa to Invest in Open Skies and Integrated Air Transport

SAATM: Morocco Highlights Long-Term Vision for Sustainable Aviation Growth and Infrastructure Integration at Luanda Finance Summit

Emirates Group Achieves Record Half-Year Profit for 2025–26, Maintains Position as the World’s Most Profitable Airline

SAATM: Morocco Highlights Long-Term Vision for Sustainable Aviation Growth and Infrastructure Integration at Luanda Finance Summit

Emirates Group Achieves Record Half-Year Profit for 2025–26, Maintains Position as the World’s Most Profitable Airline

New Cloud Platform Transforms Global Air Traffic Communication

ATNS and Dans Sign Strategic Agreement to Enhance Flight Procedure Design Capabilities

Atech, an Embraer Group Company, Signs Contract with ATNS to Modernise Air Traffic Flow Management in South Africa

Africa’s Aviation Growth: A Snapshot

uAvionix and VOTIX Announce Integration of FlightLine ADS-B Data Service to Advance Drone as First Responder Operations

Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates 50 Years of Service to Kinshasa, DRC

Liberia, ICAO and BAGASOO Launch Urgent Aviation Safety Reforms

The Next Step for SAA: An A330-300 Wet-Lease and the Challenge of Regaining Market Share

Second uAvionix FlightStation Installed at Lanseria International Airport in Partnership with National Airways Corporation (NAC)

Say Again: Embry-Riddle Researchers Develop AI System to Decode Aviation Speak

Braking Action Intelligence – The Next Frontier in Runway Safety

Lanseria International Airport Becomes First in Africa to Deploy Avionix FlightLine, Pioneering the Future of Surface and Airspace Awareness

Update on AMREF Flying Doctors Aircraft Accident

Ghana Commissions New Aviation Navigation Centre and Border Security Systems

ORTIA Air Traffic Control System Failure Sparks Major Flight Disruptions