Airlink and Air Austral Expand Networks with Bilateral SPA
Airlink and Air Austral sign a bilateral SPA to expand connectivity across Southern Africa and the Indian Ocean, enhancing regional trade and tourism links.
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Zambia Airways Appoints AirlinePros Zimbabwe as General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA)
Zambia Airways has appointed AirlinePros Zimbabwe as its Passenger GSSA, strengthening its regional sales, marketing, and growth strategy across Southern Africa.
FlySafair’s Growth Story: 11 Years of Connecting South Africa
FlySafair marks 11 years of affordable air travel, operating 37 Boeing 737 aircraft and over 1,250 weekly flights. New routes boost domestic connectivity, tourism, and regional economic growth.
Aviation Makes Significant Economic Contributions to Tanzania
IATA’s latest study shows aviation contributes USD 3.8 billion to Tanzania’s GDP and supports 711,000 jobs, driving growth, safety, and training.
Passengers Are Already Digital. Why Isn’t Travel?
Passengers are already digital. SITA’s 2025 report reveals travellers want smarter, seamless, and sustainable journeys powered by technology.
TAA and TRC Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Air and Rail Transport Cooperation in the Country
The Tanzania Airports Authority and Tanzania Railways Corporation sign an MoU to integrate air and rail transport, boosting efficiency and connectivity.
Passenger Demand Grows 4.6% in August
Passenger demand grew 4.6% in August 2025, with African airlines seeing 7.1% growth. IATA reports record global load factors and rising travel demand.
Africa’s Place in a Rebounding Global Aviation Industry
Africa’s airports are rebounding, with Cairo, Johannesburg, Addis Ababa and Nairobi leading the way as global aviation surpasses pre-pandemic levels.
RwandAir Announces New Zanzibar–Mombasa Route Just in Time for December Holiday Travel
RwandAir introduces a new Zanzibar–Mombasa route from 1 December 2025, boosting East African connectivity and holiday travel options with four weekly flights.
Liberia and Egypt Explore New Aviation Cooperation
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.
SA’s DOT Notice on the Validity of Expired Licence Cards as Identification at Airports
South Africa’s Department of Transport issues Notice 3530 of 2025, confirming that expired licence cards with proof of renewal are valid for airport ID, following a backlog of 700,000 cards.
Airlink Consummates Embraer E195-E2 Acquisitions
Airlink takes delivery of the first three of ten Embraer E195-E2 jets on lease from Azorra, boosting capacity, efficiency and regional connectivity.
A Pan-African Airline Alliance: Still a Dream on the Horizon?
South African Airways has pulled out of a planned pan-African airline alliance with Kenya Airways, leaving the continent’s largest airlines seeking new partners. Could a unified African airline network transform connectivity and trade across Africa?
Emirates Welcomes Its First Retrofitted Boeing 777 in Africa
Emirates debuts Premium Economy on its retrofitted Boeing 777 in Cape Town and Johannesburg, showcasing refreshed cabins and next-generation interiors.
Uganda Airlines And Air India Forge New Interline Partnership, Enhancing Connectivity Between Africa And India
Uganda Airlines partners with Air India to expand connectivity, offering seamless travel from Entebbe to over 25 Indian cities and global hubs.
Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates 50 Years of Service to Kinshasa, DRC
Ethiopian Airlines marks 50 years of uninterrupted service to Kinshasa, DRC, with 32 weekly flights and dedicated cargo services connecting Africa to the world.
Tackling the “Big Five”: Addressing the Border Challenges You Keep Hearing About
Border agencies face five major challenges. Digital solutions offer faster, safer, and smarter border management for governments and travellers.
Growthpoint and FlySafair Launch Industry-First Travel Benefit for Joburg Office Tenants
Growthpoint Properties has partnered with FlySafair to launch SmartFlight, an industry-first travel benefit for Johannesburg office tenants, allowing up to 30% of tenant installation allowances to be converted into blockchain-based flight vouchers for business travel.
FlySafair’s Business Booster Competition Returns for a Fourth Year
FlySafair’s Business Booster empowers South African SMEs with flights, exposure, and growth opportunities to scale locally and globally.
How Dual-Role Pilots Increase Learning and Line Flying
Active airline pilots who also instruct bring real-world expertise into training, improving pilot skills, safety, and operational performance.
Proflight Zambia Flies to Windhoek
Proflight Zambia launches direct flights to Windhoek, enhancing regional connectivity and boosting tourism and business travel.
Carbon Emission Responsibility: Is it All Up in the Air?
African travellers are rejecting airline green fees. Who should pay for climate costs? A new IATA-Chooose deal reignites the debate on aviation responsibility.
FL Technics Becomes Official Channel Partner of Honeywell Aerospace Technologies
FL Technics has been appointed as an official Honeywell Aerospace Technologies channel partner, allowing the company to deliver Honeywell engines and APU products with OEM-certified installation and support for business and general aviation customers worldwide.
Wet Vs. Dry Aircraft Washing: All You Need to Know About Aircraft Cleaning Types
Discover the differences between wet and dry aircraft washing, including water usage, efficiency, and environmental considerations. Learn when to use each method and how robotic systems improve aviation cleaning operations.
From Factory to Flight: Corrosion and ESD Protection for Avionics
Protect avionics from corrosion and static during storage and transit. Discover Cortec®’s dual-protection VpCI® packaging and supplementary solutions for reliability.
Airlink and Azorra Finalise Lease of 10 New Embraer E195-E2s
Airlink confirms lease of 10 new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft from Azorra, boosting fleet capacity and regional connectivity across sub-Saharan Africa.
Global Summit in Durban to Accelerate Development of Aviation Workforce
The ICAO and South African Civil Aviation Authority will host the 3rd NGAP Global Summit 2025 in Durban, uniting governments, industry leaders, educators, and youth to address the global aviation workforce shortage and shape the future of aviation talent development.
Qatar Airways Increases African Frequencies in New Winter Schedule
Qatar Airways increases its Africa network to 35 weekly flights this winter, with more services to Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Casablanca via Doha.
Sasol Commits to Next Generation Catalyst Supply for e-SAF Pioneer INERATEC
Sasol and INERATEC sign agreement to supply next generation catalyst, set to boost e-kerosene yield by 15% and exceed PtL plant capacity by 2026.
