
African Pilot Magazine:
Airports

New Aerobridges Commissioned at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport to Enhance Passenger Experience
ZACL commissions new aerobridges at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport, enhancing passenger comfort, safety, and operational efficiency in Ndola.

Zambia Minister Of Transport And Logistics Dissolves ZACL Board Of Directors
Zambia’s Transport Minister dissolves ZACL Board to align with government’s strategic vision for aviation, with new appointments expected soon.
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.
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.

Africa’s Runways: Can Tech Stop the Silent Threat of Overruns?
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.

Zambia Minister Of Transport And Logistics Dissolves ZACL Board Of Directors
Zambia’s Transport Minister dissolves ZACL Board to align with government’s strategic vision for aviation, with new appointments expected soon.
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.
UNEP and ICAO Launch $82.5 Million Project to Eliminate Harmful Firefighting Foams in African Airports
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.

The $10 Billion Mega-Airport Financing Partnership Between Ethiopian Airlines and African Development Bank Takes Off
Ethiopian Airlines and AfDB partner on a $10B Bishoftu International Airport, set to transform African aviation with world-class capacity and connectivity.

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.

Zambia Airports Corporation Limited Appoints Urvesh Jasvantal Desai as Managing Director
Zambia Airports Corporation appoints Urvesh Desai as Managing Director to drive growth, modernisation, and Zambia’s aviation hub ambitions.
UNEP and ICAO Launch $82.5 Million Project to Eliminate Harmful Firefighting Foams in African Airports
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.

The $10 Billion Mega-Airport Financing Partnership Between Ethiopian Airlines and African Development Bank Takes Off
Ethiopian Airlines and AfDB partner on a $10B Bishoftu International Airport, set to transform African aviation with world-class capacity and connectivity.

Middle East & Africa Reports Strong Mishandled Bag Numbers as Global Air Travel Hits Records
SITA’s Baggage IT Insights 2025 report shows the Middle East & Africa achieved one of the lowest mishandled baggage rates globally in 2024, highlighting the benefits of smart infrastructure and automation in a year of record air travel demand.

Minister Creecy Orders Mediation between ACSA and Airports Coordination Services over Baggage Screening Dispute
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has issued a ministerial order directing the ACSA Board to enter mediation with Airports Coordination Services over a dispute concerning Hold Baggage Screening operations at South African airports, citing national security concerns.

New Satellite Connectivity Service Keeps Airports Online
Stay connected anytime, anywhere. SITA Managed Satellites delivers high-speed, resilient LEO satellite connectivity for airports and airlines in over 130 countries.

Airport Infrastructure in the Democratic Republic of Congo
The African Development Bank is driving critical upgrades to airport infrastructure in the Democratic Republic of Congo through the PPSA2 programme, improving air safety, connectivity, and technical capacity across key aviation hubs.

Nigeria’s MMIA Terminal Set for Full Reconstruction in Drive to Modernise Aviation Sector
Nigeria plans a full reconstruction of the old terminal at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, increasing capacity to 20 million passengers annually as part of a broader aviation sector overhaul.
Ground Handling Priorities: Safety, Baggage, Global Standards and Sustainability
Explore the key highlights from IATA’s Ground Handling Conference 2025 in Nairobi. Learn about aviation safety, global standardisation, enhanced baggage operations, and building a sustainable and inclusive future for ground handling.

Global ATC Overhaul: A New Era in Aviation Infrastructure and Safety
Global air traffic control is being overhauled as the US commits $12.5B and South Africa addresses systemic ATC failures. A new era of aviation safety begins.

Gambia Invites Bids for New Airport Terminal Under PPP Model
The Government of The Gambia has invited bids for the construction of a new airport terminal and ancillary facilities at Banjul International Airport under a Public-Private Partnership model to meet growing air transport demand.
Menzies Aviation strengthens position as world’s largest aviation services provider with $305m deal to acquire G2
Menzies Aviation, an Agility Global company, and the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, today announces that it has signed a $305 million USD agreement to acquire U.S.-based G2, an aviation service partner of choice for major airlines across the United States. Once the deal is completed, Menzies will operate in over…

Huawei Launches Five Solutions to Accelerate Aviation Intelligence
Huawei has unveiled five cutting-edge aviation solutions at Passenger Terminal Expo 2025, including the Smart Airport Intelligent Operation Centre (IOC), aimed at advancing airport efficiency, security, and passenger experience through cloud, AI, and data-driven technologies.

SITA Acquires CCM to Bring to Life the Airports of the Future by Integrating Travel Tech With High-End Design
SITA has acquired CCM to integrate advanced travel technology with high-end airport design. The partnership redefines how airports operate—enhancing efficiency, space usage, and passenger experience through seamless tech-enabled environments.

CorroLogic®: The Smart Solution for Corrosion Protection at Airport Tank Farms
CorroLogic® offers an advanced corrosion protection solution for aboveground storage tanks at airports. Its vapour-phase action enhances tank floor protection, complements cathodic protection systems, and reduces downtime—all without requiring power or draining fuel.

Kenya: Senator Abass Wants Answers on the Commercialisation and Accessibility of Wajir Airport
Senator Mohammed Abass has called for answers on the continued military control of Wajir Airport, raising concerns over limited public access, inadequate infrastructure, and the need for full commercialisation to support economic growth in Northern Kenya.

Zambia Airports Company Issues Statement on Cleaning Services Tender Allegations
Zambia Airports Corporation Limited (ZACL) categorically refutes the persistent allegations made by the President of the Cleaning Association of Zambia in a recent interview circulating on social media. The claims of misconduct and corruption in the awarding of cleaning services tenders at Kenneth Kaunda, Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe, and Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airports are entirely…
Namene Kalili Joins Namibia Airports Company to Steer Commercial and Strategic Direction
Namibia Airports Company has appointed economist Namene Kalili as Executive for Commercial Services and Strategy. Kalili will lead NAC’s revenue growth efforts and the implementation of a five-year strategic business plan, strengthening Namibia’s position in regional aviation.
