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Aviation Takes the Lead as UAE Unveils USD 6 Billion Tourism Investment Plan for Africa

The UAE’s USD 6 billion tourism investment plan for Africa places aviation and air connectivity at the centre of the continent’s growth strategy, with projects mapped across aviation, logistics and infrastructure to support expanded routes and improved access.
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  • 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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  • Riyadh Selected as Host for Routes World 2026

    Saudi Arabia will host Routes World 2026 in Riyadh, highlighting its aviation growth, Vision 2030 agenda, and rising status as a global tourism and air connectivity hub.

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    9 September 2025

    Riyadh Selected as Host for Routes World 2026
  • Aviation Africa Summit 2025: How Must Africa Move Forward on SAF?

    Aviation Africa 2025 will showcase expert-led strategies to advance sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and policy across Africa.

  • SA’s Aviation: Strategic Driver of Economic Growth

    In 2023, aviation contributed USD 5.7 billion to South Africa’s economy, supporting 46,000 jobs. Government and industry drive growth through skills, infrastructure, and regional cooperation.

    The Department of Transport
  • CILTSA ESG Conference Drives Industry-wide Transformation

    CILTSA’s ESG Conference unites industry leaders to address sustainability challenges and drive impact across South Africa’s transport and logistics sectors.

    Aaron Munetsi: CEO – Airlines Association of Southern Africa
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • Riyadh Selected as Host for Routes World 2026

    Saudi Arabia will host Routes World 2026 in Riyadh, highlighting its aviation growth, Vision 2030 agenda, and rising status as a global tourism and air connectivity hub.

    Read

    9 September 2025

    Riyadh Selected as Host for Routes World 2026
  • Aviation Africa Summit 2025: How Must Africa Move Forward on SAF?

    Aviation Africa 2025 will showcase expert-led strategies to advance sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and policy across Africa.

  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • South Africa’s Aviation Sector Targets Growth, Efficiency, and Sustainability

    South Africa targets 42 million airport passengers and 1.2 million tons of airfreight annually, with major investment in ACSA and SAA’s regional growth.

    Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy speaking at the Southern African Transport Conference.
  • Balancing Regulation and Safety in Aviation

    CAASA CEO Kevin Storie outlines a call for balanced, collaborative regulation in African aviation at the AFBAA Safety and Training Workshop during Aero SA.

    Kevin Storie, CEO, Commercial Aviation Association of Southern Africa (CAASA)
  • Redefining Business Aviation in Africa: AfBAA’s Focus on Safety, Standards, and Inclusive Growth

    AfBAA highlights inclusive growth, safety, and global standards at the AFBAA Safety & Training Workshop during Aero South Africa 2025.

    Dawit Lemma, Chair of the African Business Aviation Association (AfBAA), Picture by Craig Dean
  • Aero South Africa 2025 – What the GA Pilot Missed

    Aero SA 2025 brought together GA pilots, students, and enthusiasts at Lanseria, showcasing everything from diesel Cessnas to electric aircraft and local innovations.

  • South Africa’s Aviation Sector Targets Growth, Efficiency, and Sustainability

    South Africa targets 42 million airport passengers and 1.2 million tons of airfreight annually, with major investment in ACSA and SAA’s regional growth.

    Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy speaking at the Southern African Transport Conference.
  • Balancing Regulation and Safety in Aviation

    CAASA CEO Kevin Storie outlines a call for balanced, collaborative regulation in African aviation at the AFBAA Safety and Training Workshop during Aero SA.

    Kevin Storie, CEO, Commercial Aviation Association of Southern Africa (CAASA)
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.