16 January 2026
Egypt’s Mandatory Air Cargo ACI Rollout and Temporary Fee Reduction
Egypt has launched mandatory air cargo ACI requirements from January 2026, alongside a six-month reduction in…
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11 January 2026
African Airlines Association Secretary General Sets Out Strategic Direction for 2026 and Beyond
AFRAA outlines strategic priorities for African aviation to 2026, covering safety, market reform, connectivity, sustainability, MRO…
11 January 2026
Angola Powers Its Ambition to Become a Global Transport Hub with Digital Border Upgrade
Angola deploys SITA’s API PNR Gateway and launches a national passenger information centre to modernise border…
17 December 2025
Turning SAATM Commitments into Schedules, Corridors and Full Cabins
At the AFRAA AGA, AFCAC outlines how SAATM must move from policy commitments to practical delivery…
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AIC 18.19 Task Team Update 6
The AIC 18.19 Task Team has filed an urgent interdict after SACAA failed to respond…
Balancing Regulation and Safety in Aviation
CAASA CEO Kevin Storie outlines a call for balanced, collaborative regulation in African aviation at…
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…
Pushback on ADS-B Data Misuse Raises Concerns
A U.S. bill limiting ADS-B data use is sparking global debate, with growing concerns in…
South Africa’s Draft Civil Aviation Policy Aims to Transform the Sector
South Africa’s draft aviation policy proposes major reforms to safety, regulation, and infrastructure—aiming to reshape…
Ghana Appoints New Civil Aviation Authority Board to Bolster Safety Oversight
Ghana inaugurates new Civil Aviation Authority Board, tasked with strengthening aviation safety and airspace oversight…
EASA and IATA Publish Comprehensive Plan to Mitigate Risks of GNSS Interference
EASA and IATA reveal a robust plan to combat rising GNSS interference, focusing on reporting,…
Angola’s Aviation Security System Earns ICAO Recognition
Angola’s aviation security system achieves high ICAO audit scores, signalling strong compliance ahead of the…
Tanzania Responds to EU Air Safety Listing with Coordinated Mitigation Measures
The Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority has responded to the EU’s inclusion of Tanzanian-certified airlines on…
South Africa’s Aviation Industry Goes to War With the SACAA
South Africa’s aviation industry faces turmoil as SACAA enforces a 12-year engine overhaul rule, grounding…
SACAA Gives Clarity on the Withdrawal of AIC 18.19 and the Impact on 12-Year Engine Overhaul Regulations
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) clarifies the withdrawal of AIC 18.19 and its…
Policy Shortcomings Put SAF Production at Risk
IATA projects Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production will double to 2 million tonnes in 2025—just…
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Modernising Air Traffic Management: The Global Challenge
Modernising global Air Traffic Management (ATM) is crucial as aviation traffic soars and infrastructure ages.…
ATNS Instrument Flight Procedure Maintenance Programme Update
Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) has commenced the maintenance of critical Instrument Flight Procedures…
Ongoing Concerns About GNSS Interference – Where Does Africa Fall in This Global Challenge?
GNSS interference through jamming and spoofing is a growing threat to aviation safety. With Africa’s…
IATA Has Promoted Increase in Digital Identity, But How Likely is a Swift Uptake in Africa?
The aviation sector is undergoing a significant digital transformation, with the International Air Transport Association…
Wrapping Up Women’s Month: A Historic Milestone for Female Pilots in Aviation
The IFALPA Female Pilots Working Group meeting in Singapore highlighted key issues facing female pilots…
SAF Registry to be Operated by the Civil Aviation Decarbonisation Organisation
IATA has launched the Civil Aviation Decarbonisation Organisation (CADO) to manage its Sustainable Aviation Fuel…
A Flurry of Airlines Are Banning Power Banks Usage Globally. Is Africa Next?
A growing number of global airlines are banning or restricting power banks due to safety…
BARSA and CAASA Sign Landmark MoU at Summit 2025
At BARSA Summit 2025, BARSA and CAASA signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen…
Minister Creecy Provides Update on ATNS Stabilisation Efforts
Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy provides an update on efforts to stabilise and rebuild South…
Mental Health in Aviation: A New Approach to Supporting Pilots’ Well-Being
Discover IFALPA’s latest position papers on pilot mental health and well-being. Learn how the aviation…
Zimbabwe’s Aviation Training Academy Achieves ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS Bronze Certification
The Aviation Training Academy of Zimbabwe (ATAZ) has been accredited as a TRAINAIRPLUS Bronze Member…
Stay Off Social Media, Pilots Are Urged as Recent Events Strengthen the Call
Stay Off Social Media, Pilots Are Urged: The IFALPA issues a critical notice urging pilots…
ANAC Organises Workshop on Cybersecurity in Civil Aviation
The National Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC) hosted a cybersecurity workshop to enhance digital security awareness…
IATA Releases 2024 Safety Report
Discover key insights from IATA’s 2024 Safety Report, covering aviation accident rates, fatality risks, and…
Air Traffic and Navigation Services Sexual Harassment Allegations Under Investigation
Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) addresses recent allegations of sexual harassment, reaffirming its commitment…