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Abderahmane Berthé, Secretary General of the African Airlines Association (AFRAA). Photo Credit © African Pilot // Craig Dean

Understanding the Changes in Africa’s Aviation Landscape

AFRAA’s Abderahmane Berthé highlights Africa’s aviation opportunities, connectivity challenges, and the need for liberalisation, sustainability and fleet renewal.
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  • Airbus Highlights Path to Growth and Decarbonisation at Aviation Africa Summit

    Airbus outlines customer support expansion, supply chain recovery, and its plan for decarbonisation and growth across Africa at Aviation Africa 2025.

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    24 September 2025

    Joep Ellers, Airbus Airline Marketing Director for Africa. Photo Credit: © African Pilot // Craig Dean
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • 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
  • AFCAC to Host High-Level Strategic Meeting with African Aviation Leaders during Aviation Africa 2025 in Kigali

    AFCAC will host a High-Level Briefing with African aviation leaders during Aviation Africa 2025 to align policy, strategy and leadership on key continental priorities.

    AFCAC
  • Creating a Safety Toolkit: Lessons from the Cockpit at the Rand Airport Safety Symposium

    Pilot Keegan Glanfield shares five core tools for safer flying at the Rand Airport Safety Symposium, urging pilots to build their own safety toolkit.

    Pilot Keegan Glanfield shares five core tools for safer flying. Photo credit © African pilot // Craig Dean
  • 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.
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • 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
  • AFCAC to Host High-Level Strategic Meeting with African Aviation Leaders during Aviation Africa 2025 in Kigali

    AFCAC will host a High-Level Briefing with African aviation leaders during Aviation Africa 2025 to align policy, strategy and leadership on key continental priorities.

    AFCAC
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • 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.

  • Aviation AFRICA 2025 Attracts Headline Speakers to Outline African Airline Restructuring

    Aviation Africa 2025 in Kigali will feature key industry leaders, including James Hogan and Knighthood Capital, discussing airline restructuring across Africa.

    James Hogan Chairman of Knighthood Global
  • Pratt & Whitney’s Iconic 747SP Test Bed to Soar Into EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025

    Pratt & Whitney celebrates 100 years of aviation innovation by showcasing its rare 747SP test bed at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025, offering attendees a unique look at its cutting-edge propulsion technologies.

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  • Nigeria Prepares to Host Inaugural International Air Show in 2025

    Nigeria is set to host its first-ever International Air Show in December 2025. The initiative aims to boost aviation sector growth, attract private investment, and position the country as a key player in regional and global air connectivity.

    Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana mni 5th from left, Chief Executive Officer, Nigeria Air show, Brian Williams 4th from left and members of the International Airline Operators.
  • Expand your comfort zone – discover the new PC-24’s aft divan that converts into a full-length bed.
  • 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.

  • Aviation AFRICA 2025 Attracts Headline Speakers to Outline African Airline Restructuring

    Aviation Africa 2025 in Kigali will feature key industry leaders, including James Hogan and Knighthood Capital, discussing airline restructuring across Africa.

    James Hogan Chairman of Knighthood Global
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