25 June 2026
Emirates Launches World’s Most Comprehensive Travel Insurance
Emirates has launched Comprehensive Travel Cover, available in South Africa and other markets, with expanded medical…
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24 June 2026
Airlink’s on the Wing as the Official Domestic Airline for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry
Airlink will serve as the exclusive domestic airline for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry 2026, transporting national teams…
16 June 2026
Kora Joins IATA Payment Network to Power Airline Payments Across Africa
Kora has joined IATA Financial Gateway, giving airlines and travel agencies using IFG access to African…
15 June 2026
Airlink Non-Stop Flights from Cape Town to Mauritius
Airlink will launch twice-weekly direct Cape Town to Mauritius flights on 2 October 2026 using its…
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Zanzibar Opens Eastern Europe Tourism Link With First Bulgarian Charter
Zanzibar receives first Bulgaria Airlines charter, restoring Eastern Europe tourism link and expanding air connectivity…
Has Aviation Become Mining’s Critical Enabler in Africa?
How airlines and air freight operators are reshaping mining logistics in Africa, with Zambia’s Copperbelt…
Early Warning Alerts to Protect Flight Operations Before Delays Spread
SITA launches Advance Flight Delay Notification API to give airlines and airports early warning of…
FlySafair Welcomes Proposed New Shareholder, Reaffirms Business as Usual
FlySafair confirms a proposed new shareholder, subject to regulatory approvals, while reaffirming business as usual…
Harith to Acquire FlySafair Subject to Regulatory Approval
Harith has agreed to acquire FlySafair, subject to regulatory approval, reinforcing its long-term strategy in…
Rolls-Royce Powers EgyptAir’s Long-Haul Fleet Expansion With Delivery of First Airbus A350-900
EgyptAir’s first Airbus A350-900, powered exclusively by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 engines, has been delivered.
Airlink Increases Ndola Flights for Improved Customer Convenience
Airlink will add extra Johannesburg–Ndola flights from March 2026, improving business connectivity and onward regional…
Liability Losses in Aviation: New Risks Reshaping Airline Exposure
Liability risks in aviation are evolving. Explore new legal, regulatory, and operational challenges facing airlines…
Airbus Maps Africa’s Aviation Growth Through Fleet Forecasting, Skills Development and Decarbonisation
Airbus sets out its long-term outlook for African aviation, covering fleet demand, skills development, training…
Airlink Inaugurates Johannesburg–Nacala Service
Airlink has inaugurated a new Johannesburg–Nacala route, strengthening air connectivity to northern Mozambique and the…
Boeing Sees Continued Growth Across African Aviation Markets
Boeing forecasts demand for more than 1,200 new aircraft for African airlines over 20 years,…
Gabon-France Cooperation Strengthens Rail, Air and Maritime Transport Ties
Gabon and France advance cooperation on rail rehabilitation, air transport services and maritime security during…
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Africa’s Travellers Still Value the Human Touch in a Digital World
IATA’s 2025 survey shows African travellers still value personal service and human connection as global…
Emirates to Launch Third Daily Service to Nairobi, Helping Unlock Inbound Tourism Growth
Emirates will add a third daily flight between Dubai and Nairobi from March 2026, expanding…
Aviapartner Strengthens Angola’s Aviation Ecosystem with Certified Operations at Dr António Agostinho Neto International Airport
Aviapartner reinforces Angola’s aviation sector with certified operations at NBJ Airport, a 100% Angolan workforce,…
Building Africa’s Open Skies: AFCAC Outlines Priorities for SAATM Implementation
At the Luanda Financing Summit, AFCAC outlined priorities to accelerate SAATM, calling for investment, harmonisation,…
Rwanda’s Vision for Aviation Growth: Policy, Innovation and Openness Drive Integration
At the Luanda Financing Summit, Rwanda outlined how open policies, innovation and investment are driving…
SAATM: Morocco Highlights Long-Term Vision for Sustainable Aviation Growth and Infrastructure Integration at Luanda Finance Summit
At the Luanda Summit, Morocco outlined its long-term aviation vision focused on infrastructure, liberalisation, and…
Zimbabwe’s Approach to Collaborative Growth and Modernisation in African Aviation
At the Luanda Financing Summit, Zimbabwe highlighted collaboration, investment and policy reform as key drivers…
FlySafair Unveils Protea Livery Designed by 22-Year-Old South African Student
FlySafair and Cricket South Africa unveil a Protea-themed aircraft livery by 22-year-old Dinika Naidu, marking…
Emirates Group Achieves Record Half-Year Profit for 2025–26, Maintains Position as the World’s Most Profitable Airline
Emirates Group posts record half-year profit of AED 12.2 billion (US$ 3.3 billion) for 2025–26.…
SAA Extends African Connectivity with New Service Between Johannesburg and Gaborone
South African Airways launches a twice-daily Johannesburg–Gaborone service, strengthening intra-African connectivity, trade and regional integration.
Johannesburg–Maseru Flights to Resume Following Restoration of Airport Safety Services
Airlink resumes Johannesburg–Maseru flights on 7 November 2025 after Moshoeshoe I International Airport restores compliant…
Suspension of Johannesburg–Maseru Flights Highlights Critical Infrastructure Gaps in Southern Africa
Airlink suspends Johannesburg–Maseru flights after safety equipment failure at Moshoeshoe I Airport leaves Lesotho without…
Qatar Airways and Air Algérie Expand Network Access and Deepen Cooperation with Codeshare Partnership Launch
Qatar Airways and Air Algérie launch a new codeshare partnership to enhance connectivity between Algeria,…
Marrakech Joins Delta’s Growing Global Network: New Direct Route from Atlanta Opens Gateway to Morocco
Delta Air Lines launches nonstop flights between Atlanta and Marrakech, enhancing U.S.–Morocco connectivity and expanding…
Air Seychelles Increases Frequency to Daily Service from Seychelles to Abu Dhabi
Air Seychelles increases Seychelles–Abu Dhabi flights to a daily schedule from 16 October 2025, enhancing…