The EU outlines its aviation support for Africa at the Luanda Financing Summit, highlighting Global Gateway priorities, EASA technical programmes, SAF cooperation and actions aligned with SAATM and Agenda 2063.
New ECA guidelines on Commander’s Discretion clarify when and how airline commanders can extend or reduce flight duty periods under EASA’s ORO.FTL.205(f). The update reinforces fatigue management, shared responsibility, and safety-first decision-making for pilots and operators worldwide.
At the Luanda Financing Summit, Rwanda outlined how open policies, innovation and investment are driving sustainable aviation growth across Africa.
At the Luanda Financing Summit, Zimbabwe highlighted collaboration, investment and policy reform as key drivers of Africa’s aviation modernisation.
Airlink suspends Johannesburg–Maseru flights after safety equipment failure at Moshoeshoe I Airport leaves Lesotho without scheduled air service.
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.
Egypt’s Ministry of Civil Aviation signs a cooperation protocol between the Civil Aviation Authority and the Central Department of Aviation Accidents to enhance safety standards in line with ICAO and Chicago Convention requirements.
Burkina Faso’s Faso Airports Company appoints Malegdibkièta Saturnin Théophile Bikyenga as its first Director General to lead airport modernisation.
ATNS’s suspension of 300+ flight procedures exposes deep cracks in South Africa’s airspace system, reinforcing AASA’s call for bold aviation reform.
ICAO and IATA align on safety and social sustainability, spotlighting people, leadership and data as the twin engines driving aviation’s future — especially in Africa.
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…
The Liberia Civil Aviation Authority restored its voting rights at the 42nd ICAO Assembly in Montreal and secured new aviation partnerships to strengthen safety oversight and training.
South Africa has been re-elected to the ICAO Governing Council at the 42nd Assembly in Montréal. Minister Creecy highlights Africa’s aviation priorities.
At the ICAO Assembly in Montreal, the Liberia Civil Aviation Authority met with Egypt’s aviation leaders to discuss the possibility of EgyptAir launching direct flights to Liberia.
Africa secures 8 of 36 ICAO Council seats at the 42nd Assembly, reinforcing global trust in its aviation leadership and advancing SAATM, safety, security, and sustainability.
SITA launches ATC Bridge, a secure cloud platform modernising global air traffic communication, cutting costs and boosting resilience for aviation authorities.
ATNS and Dubai Air Navigation Services have signed a three-year SLA to strengthen flight procedure design, enhance safety, and support global collaboration.
The NCAA has awarded Caverton Helicopters an RPAS Operations Certificate following a rigorous certification process at its Abuja headquarters.
uAvionix and VOTIX integrate FlightLine ADS-B data into the VOTIX platform, enhancing safety, efficiency, and situational awareness for DFR and AAM.
TICAD IX 2025 in Yokohama highlighted Africa’s aviation growth, Japan-Africa cooperation, and Cameroon’s leadership in regional air connectivity.
Embraer’s E190-E2 and E195-E2 jets receive SACAA type certification, paving the way for Airlink’s fleet expansion and enhancing Africa’s regional connectivity.
NCAA unveils its first Integrated Service Charter to boost transparency, accountability, and service delivery in Nigeria’s aviation sector.
Gabon’s Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) has appointed new directors as part of statutory reforms, including a new Air Transport Directorate to strengthen aviation oversight.
ICAO and the Universal Postal Union have strengthened their partnership to enhance global airmail security, introducing advanced screening technologies, improved training, and data sharing to safeguard international mail operations.
Uganda CAA and Meteorological Services hosted a workshop in Entebbe to enhance aviation safety, forecasting, and inter-agency collaboration.
Nigeria grants Air Tanzania a Foreign Carrier Operating Permit for direct Dar es Salaam–Lagos flights, boosting trade, tourism and investment.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe has licensed 27 Zimbabwe Republic Police officers as drone pilots, enhancing law enforcement surveillance and enforcement capabilities through advanced Remotely Piloted Licensing training.
CAAZ appoints Mavis Musakasa as Director of Flight Safety and Standards, bringing extensive airworthiness and safety oversight expertise.
