Ethiopian Airlines has signed an MoU with Safran for Z400 economy class seats on eight Boeing 777-9 aircraft. The partnership supports enhanced passenger comfort, inflight entertainment, and sustainable fleet expansion.
South Africa’s Portfolio Committees on Trade, Industry and Competition, and Transport are considering a parliamentary inquiry into anti-competitive behaviour in the low-cost airline industry, focusing on overbookings, overpricing, and market dominance post-Covid.
An interministerial meeting chaired by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko outlined strategic reforms to revitalise Air Senegal SA and AIBD SA. The plan includes debt clearance, audits, infrastructure upgrades, and new aviation policies aligned with Vision Senegal 2050.
Uganda Airlines will launch direct flights from Entebbe to London Gatwick on 18 May 2025, marking its first European route. The new service includes four weekly flights and benefits both passenger and cargo operations.
Flight demand is increasing across international, regional, and domestic routes in South Africa. With SAA expanding its African network, Airlink launching new routes, and international carriers boosting connectivity, the aviation sector is experiencing remarkable growth post-pandemic.
Uganda Airlines will launch direct flights from Entebbe to London Gatwick on 18 May 2025, marking its first European route. The new service includes four weekly flights and benefits both passenger and cargo operations.
Flight demand is increasing across international, regional, and domestic routes in South Africa. With SAA expanding its African network, Airlink launching new routes, and international carriers boosting connectivity, the aviation sector is experiencing remarkable growth post-pandemic.
SalamAir has launched its inaugural flight from Muscat to Nairobi, strengthening connectivity between Oman and Kenya. This new direct route enhances travel, trade, and tourism opportunities, supporting Oman Vision 2040.
Ethiopian Airlines expands its charter service with the addition of a Boeing 737-800 Business Jet, offering VIP and small group travellers luxurious, secure, and flexible air travel across Africa and beyond.
Airlink will launch direct flights between Cape Town and Gaborone on 01 April 2025, offering convenient connections for business and leisure travellers across Southern Africa and beyond.
Airlink is expanding its regional network with additional flights to Nairobi and Lusaka from 30 March 2025. The enhanced schedules offer greater convenience and connectivity for business and leisure travellers via Johannesburg.
Airlink will launch direct flights between Cape Town and Gaborone on 01 April 2025, offering convenient connections for business and leisure travellers across Southern Africa and beyond.
Airlink is expanding its regional network with additional flights to Nairobi and Lusaka from 30 March 2025. The enhanced schedules offer greater convenience and connectivity for business and leisure travellers via Johannesburg.
This article examines Airlink's journey towards retailing independence through the adoption of NDC and Accelya’s FLX Select, offering insights from industry expert Jonathan Newman and highlighting key innovations in airline retailing.
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) delivers a Boeing 737-800 to Kenya Airways, celebrating 20 years of partnership. The new aircraft supports fleet expansion and regional travel growth.
Kenya Airways expands its fleet with the addition of a Boeing 737-800 from Dubai Aerospace Enterprise, enhancing capacity, operational efficiency, and network connectivity.
Skyway and MatrixSpace partnered to enhance aerospace navigation with AI-powered air traffic and drone detection solutions. Their collaboration improves situational awareness, optimises vertiport operations, and advances safety in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) applications.
Airlink has been honoured with the 2025 DIRCO Ubuntu Economic Diplomacy Award for its contribution to South Africa’s economic growth, connectivity, and trade facilitation across Africa. Learn more about this recognition and Airlink’s expanding network.
Embraer and Airlink have signed a Collaborative Inventory Planning (ECIP) contract to enhance fleet support for 68 Embraer aircraft. Airlink becomes the first African airline to adopt ECIP, improving efficiency and reducing operational costs.
TAAG Angola Airlines has taken delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner, marking a major step in fleet modernization. The fuel-efficient aircraft will support network expansion in Europe, Asia, and North America while enhancing passenger experience and sustainability efforts.
Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew has been honoured with the “Leadership in Connecting Africa through Transport Award” at the Africa Prosperity Champions Awards, recognising his contributions to transport connectivity and economic integration in Africa.
AASA has raised concerns over ongoing aviation infrastructure issues in South Africa, including fuel supply uncertainty, equipment failures, flight procedure suspensions, and cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
AFRAA and Env-isa have signed an MoU to drive sustainable aviation development in Africa. The collaboration focuses on environmental policies, carbon management, and training to support African airlines in achieving Net Zero emissions.
The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) reported a N$40 million profit in the 2023/2024 financial year, reflecting strong post-COVID-19 recovery. With new airline routes, infrastructure upgrades, and improved aviation safety standards, Namibia’s air transport sector is expanding rapidly.
Mozambique’s Civil Aviation Authority reports significant progress in improving aviation safety standards, aligning air services agreements with international aviation regulations, and launching a USD 380 million master plan to enhance aviation infrastructure and connectivity.
Malawi is modernising its civil aviation sector, with the Malawi Civil Aviation Authority assuming regulatory powers and establishing bilateral air services agreements with Mozambique, Saudi Arabia, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Maureva and the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) have announced a strategic partnership to advance Africa’s aviation industry. The collaboration aims to enhance airline operations through innovative software solutions, cost optimisation, and improved digitalisation for sustainable growth.
Qatar Executive announces the delivery of two Gulfstream G700 aircraft, expanding its fleet to 24. These advanced jets, offering superior comfort, performance, and long-range capabilities, enhance the company's luxury private aviation services.
