8 June 2026
African Aviation’s Next Test is Not Demand, but Integration
Captain George Kamal has warned that African aviation’s greatest test is no longer demand, but the…
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8 June 2026
Brussels Airlines Launches Direct Flights Between Brussels and Kilimanjaro International Airport
Brussels Airlines has launched direct flights between Brussels, Belgium, and Kilimanjaro International Airport in Tanzania, with…
8 June 2026
KCAA Retenders Advanced Surface Movement Control System for JKIA
The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority has retendered for an Advanced Surface Movement Guidance and Control System…
30 May 2026
TAAG Targets Operational Turnaround in 2026 With Fleet, Training and Partnership Drive
TAAG Angola Airlines is targeting 2026 as a key year in its operational turnaround, with fleet…
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New Aerobridges Commissioned at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport to Enhance Passenger Experience
ZACL commissions new aerobridges at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport, enhancing passenger comfort, safety, and…
Passengers Are Already Digital. Why Isn’t Travel?
Passengers are already digital. SITA’s 2025 report reveals travellers want smarter, seamless, and sustainable journeys…
Zimbabwe Heading for Growth in the Aviation Sector
Zimbabwe is upgrading airports, restoring Air Zimbabwe, and advancing sustainable aviation fuel production to drive…
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…
Ethiopian Airlines Hosts Two-Day Bishoftu Airport Project Showcase for Stakeholders
Ethiopian Airlines partners with SITA to drive innovation, enhance passenger experiences, and shape the future…
IATA Highlights Aviation’s Strategic Role in Rwanda’s Economic Growth
IATA’s Value of Air Transport study shows aviation contributes USD 160m to Rwanda’s GDP, supports…
Tunisia Studies Launch of New Airlines to Boost Tourism and Connectivity
Tunisia explores new airlines and maritime tourism to boost airports, attract global markets, and strengthen…
Zambia Minister Of Transport And Logistics Dissolves ZACL Board Of Directors
Zambia’s Transport Minister dissolves ZACL Board to align with government’s strategic vision for aviation, with…
Invitation to Tender – Jimma Airfield Reconstruction Project
Ethiopian Airlines Group invites bids for the Design-Build Jimma Airfield Reconstruction Project under Bid No.…
Second uAvionix FlightStation Installed at Lanseria International Airport in Partnership with National Airways Corporation (NAC)
Second uAvionix FlightStation installed at Lanseria Airport with NAC, boosting ADS-B surveillance for safer, smarter…
Africa’s Runways: Can Tech Stop the Silent Threat of Overruns?
Runway overruns remain a major safety risk in African aviation. IFALPA calls for Runway Overrun…
Beyond Runways and Terminals
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) highlights its customer-centric strategy, digital transformation, and service excellence, driving…
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Egypt Partners with IFC to Introduce Public-Private Partnerships at 11 Airports
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) will advise Egypt’s Ministry of Civil Aviation on public-private partnerships…
Ethiopian Airlines Group and African Development Bank Sign Letter of Intent for Financing of World-class Abusera International Airport
The African Development Bank and Ethiopian Airlines Group have signed a Letter of Intent for…
Reveal of the New Terminal at Mohammed V Airport
ONDA unveils plans for a new terminal at Mohammed V Airport as part of Morocco’s…
IATA Welcomes Morocco’s ‘Airports 2030 Strategy’
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomes Morocco’s ‘Airports 2030 Strategy’, a transformative initiative to…
Uganda Celebrates as Its Revamped International Airport Records Record-Breaking Passenger Traffic and Steady Cargo Growth
Entebbe International Airport achieved record-breaking passenger traffic in 2024, reaching 2.24 million passengers. With expanded…
Zambian Government Awards Contracts for the Construction of Nakonde Airport and Rehabilitation of Mfuwe Airport
The Zambian Government has awarded contracts for the construction of Nakonde Airport and the rehabilitation…
ACSA Seeks Leave to Appeal on Baggage Screening Procurement Ruling
The Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA) seeks leave to appeal a court ruling preventing…
Roberts International Airport Benefits from Liberia Energy Efficiency and Access Project
Liberia’s electricity access has surged from 2% to 35%, far exceeding expectations through the Liberia…
Private Planes Resume Flights to Karonga Ahead of Commercial Operations
Private flights have resumed at Karonga International Airport following an inspection by the Deputy Minister…
Botswana Allocates P351 Million for Aviation Projects in 2025 Budget
Botswana has allocated P351 million to aviation infrastructure in its 2025/2026 budget, funding airport maintenance,…
ACSA Had a Bumper Peak Travel Period With a Strong 2026 Outlook
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) reported a successful 2024 peak travel period, with a 91%…
Cabinet Implements Airport Charter to Enhance Operational Efficiency Through Improved Agency Coordination
Kenya is implementing an Airport Charter to enhance operational efficiency at its airports. Key measures…
Tanzania’s PAC Commends Progress on Msalato International Airport, Calls for Timely Completion
Tanzania’s Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Accounts (PAC) has praised the construction progress of Msalato…
The Namibia Airports Company Makes Positive Returns
The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) reported a N$40 million profit in the 2023/2024 financial year,…
Mozambique Makes Progress in Improving Safety Standards
Mozambique’s Civil Aviation Authority reports significant progress in improving aviation safety standards, aligning air services…