AFRAA’s 57th Annual General Assembly in Luanda examined airline resilience, fleet strategy, MRO capacity and Free Route Airspace expansion across Africa.
Global air cargo demand rose 4.1% in October 2025, marking an eighth month of growth and a new volume record, with strong gains across key trade lanes.
IATA calls on the ITU to strengthen protections for aircraft safety systems as 5G and 6G networks expand worldwide.
Pilatus has completed wing mating on the first RCAF CT-157 Siskin II, the PC-21 variant that will serve as Canada’s advanced fixed-wing and jet training aircraft under the Future Aircrew Training programme.
ACSA adds real-time baggage tracking to its mobile app, allowing passengers to monitor checked-in bags through every stage of handling and supporting the company’s digital transformation.
Pilatus has completed wing mating on the first RCAF CT-157 Siskin II, the PC-21 variant that will serve as Canada’s advanced fixed-wing and jet training aircraft under the Future Aircrew Training programme.
ACSA adds real-time baggage tracking to its mobile app, allowing passengers to monitor checked-in bags through every stage of handling and supporting the company’s digital transformation.
Zambia Airports Corporation Limited has launched a call for investment proposals to develop a new Airport City at KKIA in Lusaka, aimed at diversifying revenue, boosting aviation-linked commercial activity and supporting Zambia’s logistics hub ambitions.
Zambia has hosted an ICAO Regional Workshop on updated Annex 14 Obstacle Limitation Surfaces Standards, bringing together African aviation regulators and experts to strengthen safety, oversight and harmonised obstacle management.
Zimbabwe marks the 26th Anniversary of the Yamoussoukro Decision, highlighting progress on SAATM implementation, rising air traffic, expanded airport plans and strengthened regional cooperation.
Mozambique’s Government outlines LAM restructuring measures, new shareholder structure, fleet acquisition plans and aviation sector reforms aimed at reducing costs, improving efficiency and expanding market openness.
Zimbabwe marks the 26th Anniversary of the Yamoussoukro Decision, highlighting progress on SAATM implementation, rising air traffic, expanded airport plans and strengthened regional cooperation.
Mozambique’s Government outlines LAM restructuring measures, new shareholder structure, fleet acquisition plans and aviation sector reforms aimed at reducing costs, improving efficiency and expanding market openness.
IATA releases its 2026 cargo and ground operations manuals featuring nearly 100 updates on lithium battery transport, live animal welfare, and digital tools.
CAE and the NBAA release new industry-wide SOPs to strengthen safety, consistency, and training standards across business and general aviation, with rollout set for 2026.
Neil Howard, CEO of Absolute Aviation, joins the IADA Board of Directors, strengthening global business aviation leadership and international standards.
Festus Keyamo highlights Nigeria’s aviation reforms and global partnerships driving infrastructure upgrades and competitiveness in Africa’s air transport market.
Gulfstream surpasses 3 million nautical miles on SAF as its next-generation aircraft fly to NBAA-BACE 2025, advancing business aviation sustainability.
Proflight Zambia’s new Lusaka–Livingstone–Maun route enhances regional air connectivity, tourism, and business cooperation between Zambia and Botswana.
Namibia Airports Company to build Terminal 3 at Hosea Kutako International Airport as part of its green, multi-airport infrastructure development plan.
Air Seychelles increases Seychelles–Abu Dhabi flights to a daily schedule from 16 October 2025, enhancing connectivity and boosting tourism growth.
Flight cancellations and delays across South Africa as ATNS fails to maintain navigation procedures, disrupting tourism and regional air connectivity.
ATNS reports significant progress in stabilising operations, restoring flight procedures, and rebuilding core capacity under new leadership and expert guidance.
ATNS reports modest profits amid major reforms, modernisation plans, and leadership changes to restore stability in South Africa’s air navigation system.
Avion Express, a leading global provider of narrow-body ACMI services and part of Avia Solutions Group, is announcing 250 new pilot positions available worldwide for commercial pilots holding either EASA or ICAO licenses. This announcement is part of the annual recruitment season, launched under the slogan “We take care of you. We take care of…
AirExplore expands its fleet with a new B737-800 from Aviation Capital Group, strengthening its ACMI operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
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.
Riyadh Air begins its first daily service to London Heathrow, marking a major milestone in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and the airline’s Pathway to Perfect plan.
