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.
At the Luanda Financing Summit, AFCAC outlined priorities to accelerate SAATM, calling for investment, harmonisation, and political action to open Africa’s skies.
At the Luanda Financing Summit, Zimbabwe highlighted collaboration, investment and policy reform as key drivers of Africa’s aviation modernisation.
Festus Keyamo highlights Nigeria’s aviation reforms and global partnerships driving infrastructure upgrades and competitiveness in Africa’s air transport market.
Namibia Airports Company to build Terminal 3 at Hosea Kutako International Airport as part of its green, multi-airport infrastructure development plan.
Flight cancellations and delays across South Africa as ATNS fails to maintain navigation procedures, disrupting tourism and regional air connectivity.
Botswana’s NDP 12 outlines aviation reforms, airport upgrades, and Air Botswana’s turnaround to strengthen the nation’s position as a regional aviation hub.
Liberia Airport Authority invites bids for a ten-year Public-Private Partnership to finance, modernise, and manage five domestic airports under a Build-Operate-Transfer model.
Entebbe Airport records historic growth in passengers and cargo as Uganda launches Phase II expansion, marking a new era for the nation’s aviation industry.
Burkina Faso’s Faso Airports Company appoints Malegdibkièta Saturnin Théophile Bikyenga as its first Director General to lead airport modernisation.
BOAD approves 5.9 billion FCFA for the construction of Ouagadougou-Donsin International Airport to boost Burkina Faso’s air transport capacity.
Statistics Botswana’s Q2 2025 report shows a 73.9% rise in aircraft movements and a 44.7% increase in passenger traffic across major airports.
Growthpoint invests in Cape Winelands Airport, joining RSA Aero to develop a world-class, sustainable aviation, logistics and tourism precinct in the Western Cape.
ZACL commissions new aerobridges at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport, enhancing passenger comfort, safety, and operational efficiency in Ndola.
Passengers are already digital. SITA’s 2025 report reveals travellers want smarter, seamless, and sustainable journeys powered by technology.
Zimbabwe is upgrading airports, restoring Air Zimbabwe, and advancing sustainable aviation fuel production to drive long-term growth in its air transport sector.
On Friday, 10 October 2025, the Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) SOC Ltd provided the following update regarding the ongoing instrument flight procedure maintenance programme at three international airports. Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport The instrument landing system (ILS) procedure for Runway 26 at the airport had to be suspended this week in order…
Ethiopian Airlines partners with SITA to drive innovation, enhance passenger experiences, and shape the future of African aviation.
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.
Tunisia explores new airlines and maritime tourism to boost airports, attract global markets, and strengthen its position as a leading destination.
Zambia’s Transport Minister dissolves ZACL Board to align with government’s strategic vision for aviation, with new appointments expected soon.
Ethiopian Airlines Group invites bids for the Design-Build Jimma Airfield Reconstruction Project under Bid No. SSNT-T 564. Submission deadline: 19 September 2025.
Second uAvionix FlightStation installed at Lanseria Airport with NAC, boosting ADS-B surveillance for safer, smarter air traffic monitoring in South Africa.
Runway overruns remain a major safety risk in African aviation. IFALPA calls for Runway Overrun Awareness and Alerting Systems (ROAAS) to reduce accidents and costs.
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) highlights its customer-centric strategy, digital transformation, and service excellence, driving global recognition across its airports.
Ethiopian Airlines has opened the new Yabello Airport in Oromia, Ethiopia, with a passenger service to boost trade, tourism, and regional connectivity.
UNEP and ICAO launch $82.5m project to phase out toxic PFAS firefighting foams in African airports, setting a global benchmark for safe, sustainable aviation.
Ethiopian Airlines and AfDB partner on a $10B Bishoftu International Airport, set to transform African aviation with world-class capacity and connectivity.
