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ATNS and Chief Executive Mutually Agree to End Working Relationship

ATNS and CEO Nozipho Mdawe part ways by mutual agreement after three years in office. Investigation clears her of wrongdoing as ATNS seeks new leadership.
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  • Deadline Looms for Comments on Airfreight Strategy

    The Department of Transport urges stakeholders to submit comments on South Africa’s draft Airfreight Strategy before the 7 November 2025 deadline.

    Air Cargo - Photo Credit: © African Pilot // Craig Dean
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  • Africa’s Aviation Growth: A Snapshot

    Discover the latest in Africa’s aviation growth, from Libya’s Afriqiyah Airways debt dispute to Air Algérie’s ambitious expansion plans. Explore how Air Mauritius and Camair-Co are turning the tide, while Mango Airlines faces an uncertain future.

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    22 September 2025

    Africa’s Aviation Growth: A Snapshot
  • High Expectations for 42nd ICAO Assembly

    IATA has submitted 14 working papers to the 42nd ICAO Assembly, focusing on SAF production, CORSIA, aviation taxes, consumer protection, spectrum, safety, and pilot age limits.

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    21 September 2025

  • Kenya Airways Pays NCAA Sanction Fee Following Consumer Protection Infractions

    Kenya Airways has paid an NCAA sanction fee over consumer protection breaches. The Authority stresses safety and operational improvements remain a priority.

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    21 September 2025

  • NCAA Grants RPAS Operations Certificate to Caverton Helicopters

    The NCAA has awarded Caverton Helicopters an RPAS Operations Certificate following a rigorous certification process at its Abuja headquarters.

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    21 September 2025

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  • Safety Starts with People: ICAO’s Call for a Positive Safety Culture in African Skies

    ICAO’s new focus on social sustainability links decent work to aviation safety. How Africa’s aviation sector can build safer skies through fair work culture.

  • ATNS Update Regarding Chief Dawid Stuurman, Polokwane, and Kruger Mpumalanga International Airports

    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…

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  • NCAA Launches First Integrated Service Charter

    NCAA unveils its first Integrated Service Charter to boost transparency, accountability, and service delivery in Nigeria’s aviation sector.

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    8 September 2025

  • Power Bank Policy on Air Mauritius Flights

    Air Mauritius updates its power bank policy, restricting use and storage on flights from 1 September 2025 to ensure passenger safety.

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    1 September 2025

    Power Bank Policy on Air Mauritius Flights
  • 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.

  • Zambia Civil Aviation Authority and ZICTA Call for Stronger Collaboration

    CAA and ZICTA deepen collaboration to enhance aviation safety, telecoms regulation, and infrastructure approvals in Zambia.

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  • Africa Speaks with One Voice at ICAO 42nd Assembly: United for Greater Representation in Global Aviation

    Africa unites at ICAO’s 42nd Assembly, presenting eight candidates for Council seats to secure stronger representation and advance aviation priorities.

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    24 September 2025

    Africa Speaks with One Voice at ICAO 42nd Assembly: United for Greater Representation in Global Aviation
  • ATNS and Dans Sign Strategic Agreement to Enhance Flight Procedure Design Capabilities

    ATNS and Dubai Air Navigation Services have signed a three-year SLA to strengthen flight procedure design, enhance safety, and support global collaboration.

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    22 September 2025

    Seated (L-R): Jeoffrey Matshoba, ATNS Head: Air Traffic Services Safety and Efficiency Management and Khalid Al Jabir, dans Senior Vice President, Operations, Standing (L-R): Thandeka Mdebuka, ATNS Chief Governance, Risk and Compliance Officer and Ibrahim Ahli, dans Chief Executive Officer
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