17 May 2026
Airlinepros International Appointed GSA for LIFT in Five Key Global Markets
AirlinePros International has been appointed as General Sales Agent for LIFT in Australia, Canada, Germany, Spain…
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17 May 2026
Air Tanzania to Start Direct Flights to Seychelles Following SCAA Approval
Air Tanzania will operate three weekly direct flights between Julius Nyerere International Airport and Seychelles International…
17 May 2026
Nigeria Implements 30-Day Visa Exemption for Rwandan Nationals
The Nigeria Immigration Service has completed arrangements to implement a 30-day visa exemption for Rwandan nationals…
11 May 2026
EgyptAir Takes Delivery of First Boeing 737 MAX Jet
EgyptAir has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737 MAX, marking the arrival of the first…
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Africa Must Move from Aviation Fragmentation to Integration
South Africa’s Transport Minister Barbara Creecy calls for African aviation integration, urging progress on SAATM…
Crew on the Front Line: IFALPA Strengthens Its Position on Security
The latest IFALPA report highlights essential airline crew security measures, including threat assessment, layover protection,…
Avmax Reports Strong Sales, Leasing, and Insurance Growth in Africa During 2025
Avmax reports strong aircraft sales, leasing and insurance activity across Africa in 2025, including Dash…
TAAG Angola Airlines Opens Sales for New Abidjan Route with First Commercial Flight in April 2026
TAAG Angola Airlines opens ticket sales for its new Luanda–Abidjan route, with the first Airbus…
Mobile Money is Reshaping Airline Distribution in Africa
Mobile money is reshaping how airline tickets are sold across Africa. As carriers adapt to…
TAAG Implements Cost Control Measures
TAAG Angola Airlines introduces temporary cost control measures under its PALANCA restructuring programme to strengthen…
Aviation Leaders Urge Global Alignment as Unruly Passenger Incidents Continue to Rise
IFALPA and IFATCA call for global harmonisation of ICAO’s 4 Levels of Threat framework as…
ECOWAS Consultative Workshop Addresses Air Transport Reform in West Africa
ECOWAS convenes a consultative workshop in Abidjan to address aviation competition, consumer protection, taxes and…
2026 Begins with 3.8% Air Passenger Demand Growth
Global air passenger demand rose 3.8% in January 2026, with strong international growth and record…
Delta names Matt Long as Managing Director, Alliances – Europe & Africa
Delta Air Lines appoints Matt Long as Managing Director, Alliances Europe and Africa to support…
Togo and Belarus Sign Diplomatic Passport Visa Exemption Agreement
Togo and Belarus sign reciprocal visa exemption agreement for diplomatic and service passports, strengthening bilateral…
Embraer’s E2 Family Aligns Performance, Passenger Experience and Operating Economics with African Airline Needs
Embraer positions its E2 family as a right-sized solution for African airlines, supporting profitability, network…
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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…
Air Connect Namibia Drives Major Gains in Passenger Numbers
Air Connect Namibia expands international connectivity, lifts passenger volumes by 11%, and drives tourism growth…
Oman Air Announces New Direct Flights to Rwanda, Strengthening Connectivity Between Muscat and Kigali
Oman Air will launch direct flights between Muscat and Kigali in June 2026, strengthening air…
Airlink Reshapes its Regional Fleet Strategy
Airlink outlines a long-term fleet strategy centred on Embraer E2 aircraft, retiring E135/E140 jets and…