12 February 2026
EGYPTAIR Takes Delivery of Its First of 16 Airbus A350-900 Aircraft
EGYPTAIR receives its first Airbus A350-900, advancing long-haul fleet modernisation and efficiency from its Cairo hub.
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12 February 2026
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 at…
12 February 2026
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 emerging…
12 February 2026
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 delays,…
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ACSA Introduces New Baggage Tracking Feature to Enhance Passenger Experience
ACSA adds real-time baggage tracking to its mobile app, allowing passengers to monitor checked-in bags…
Mozambique Launches Public Consultation on 20-Year Civil Aviation Master Plan as Government Targets Systemic Reform
Mozambique has opened public consultations on its Civil Aviation Master Plan 2026–2045, with government calling…
Zimbabwe Marks 26 Years of the Yamoussoukro Decision
Zimbabwe marks the 26th Anniversary of the Yamoussoukro Decision, highlighting progress on SAATM implementation, rising…
Mozambique Outlines LAM Restructuring Measures as Government Addresses Parliament
Mozambique’s Government outlines LAM restructuring measures, new shareholder structure, fleet acquisition plans and aviation sector…
Moving SAATM Forward: Deregulation, Lower Costs and a Continental Infrastructure Plan
AUDA-NEPAD outlines the progress of SAATM, the political reforms needed to lower aviation costs, and…
Morocco Orders Ten Airbus H225M Helicopters
Morocco has ordered ten Airbus H225M helicopters to replace its ageing Puma fleet and enhance…
Emirates to Roll Out Next Phase of Fleet Retrofit Programme, with 111 Aircraft Set for Next-Level Enhancements
Emirates begins the next phase of its major fleet retrofit, upgrading 111 aircraft with new…
3.6% Air Passenger Growth in Septemb
IATA reports a 3.6% rise in global air passenger demand for September 2025, driven by…
US Shutdown Ends, Allowing Airlines to Restore Normal Operations Across Domestic Network
The US government shutdown has ended, allowing United Airlines and the wider aviation sector to…
Emirates and South African Airways Enhance Codeshare Agreement, Building on 28 Years of Partnership
Emirates and South African Airways are enhancing their long-standing partnership with a new reciprocal codeshare,…
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…
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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…
Riyadh Air Operates First Flight to London Heathrow
Riyadh Air begins its first daily service to London Heathrow, marking a major milestone in…
Airlink to Spice Up Zanzibar Market – Tickets Now on Sale!
Airlink launches twice-weekly Johannesburg–Zanzibar flights from 3 June 2026, boosting tourism and investment links with…
Entebbe Airport Celebrates Record Growth in Passenger and Cargo Traffic as Uganda Hails Aviation Boom
Entebbe Airport records historic growth in passengers and cargo as Uganda launches Phase II expansion,…
Africa’s Skies at a Crossroads: ATNS Turbulence Underscores Urgent Need for Aviation Reform
ATNS’s suspension of 300+ flight procedures exposes deep cracks in South Africa’s airspace system, reinforcing…
As Africa Flies More and Charges More, IATA Pushes Lithium Battery Safety in the Skies
As Africa’s skies get busier, IATA launches a global campaign on lithium battery safety to…
Flights Serving Destinations Disrupted by Failure of Critical Air Navigation Service
Airlink confirms severe disruptions to flights serving Kruger Mpumalanga, Pietermaritzburg, Richards Bay, and Mthatha due…
Emirates Celebrates 25 Years of Operations in Uganda
Emirates marks 25 years of operations to Uganda, having carried 2.8 million passengers since 2000,…
Airlink and Air Austral Expand Networks with Bilateral SPA
Airlink and Air Austral sign a bilateral SPA to expand connectivity across Southern Africa and…
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,…
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…
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…
Passengers Are Already Digital. Why Isn’t Travel?
Passengers are already digital. SITA’s 2025 report reveals travellers want smarter, seamless, and sustainable journeys…
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…
Passenger Demand Grows 4.6% in August
Passenger demand grew 4.6% in August 2025, with African airlines seeing 7.1% growth. IATA reports…
