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Nigeria's domestic aviation
sector is once again under the spotlight, as NG
Eagle has announced the temporary suspension of its
commercial flight operations. The Lagos-based carrier's decision to
pause services underlines the mounting operational and financial
pressures facing several of the country's domestic operator… read more
Malawi's
relationship with the United States has suffered another significant
setback, with Washington announcing the suspension of
routine visa processing at its embassy in Lilongwe. From 1
August 2026, Malawians seeking non-immigrant visas will be required to
travel to Nairobi, Kenya, to book appointments, pay their … read more
Few
natural spectacles on the African continent rival the transformation
that unfolds each spring along South Africa's west coast. For a brief
window between late July and early October, vast stretches of what
appears to be dry, barren terrain erupt into carpets of
orange, yellow, pink, purple and white
wildflowers, … read more
The
African aviation landscape is entering a transformative phase, with
Etihad Airways intensifying its commitment
to the continent through a series of high-profile partnership agreements
signed during the month of July. The Abu Dhabi-based carrier has
formalised cooperation deals with three prominent African operators… read more
Travel
professionals arranging wildlife safaris to the Kingdom of Eswatini
need to update their client briefings without delay. Big
Game Parks, the private conservation organisation that
manages several of Eswatini's most treasured protected areas and safari
lodges, has officially rolled out a Zero Cash
Polic… read more
A
significant diplomatic development is unfolding between two of Africa's
most influential economies, with implications that extend well beyond
the corridors of government and into the daily realities of the travel
trade. Ghana has issued a clear and
unequivocal message to South Africa: any
change to… read more
Nigeria's
aviation sector has received another significant boost, with the
Federal Government approving a landmark ₦46
billion for the full rehabilitation of both the primary
and secondary runways at the Mallam Aminu Kano
International Airport. The announcement signals a strong
commitment to modernis… read more
The
Nigerian aviation sector faces the prospect of serious operational
turbulence in the coming days, as two of the country's most influential
aviation labour unions have issued a fresh seven-day
ultimatum to defaulting airline operators to settle
outstanding 5% Ticket Sales Charges (TSC).
Failure to… read more
South
Africa is pressing ahead with its ambitious modernisation of border and
immigration systems, and a new proposal from the Department of Home
Affairs could see travellers pay a R500 processing
fee when applying through the country's Electronic Travel
Authorisation (ETA) platform. The proposal, contained in draft
… read more
A significant new bridge is
being built between Africa and the Indian Ocean. The
Maldives and
Ethiopia have officially signed a bilateral
air services agreement that establishes
the regulatory framework for scheduled passenger and cargo services
between the two countries, opening the… read more
NG Eagle Grounds Domestic Operations Amid Regulator Debts and Fleet Legal Dispute
US Suspends Routine Visa Services in Malawi, Forcing Applicants to Travel to Nairobi
South Africa's 2026 Wildflower Season Bursts Open: Where to Send Clients This Spring
Etihad Deepens African Footprint With Strategic Airline Alliances and Six New Routes
Eswatini's Big Game Parks Goes Fully Cashless: What Wildlife Reserve Visitors Must Know Now
Ghana Signals Firm Reciprocity Stance With South Africa on Visa Waiver Arrangement
Nigeria Commits ₦46 Billion to Overhaul Runways at Kano's Mallam Aminu International Airport
Nigerian Aviation Unions Threaten Industry-Wide Picketing Over Unpaid 5% Ticket Sales Charges
Maldives and Ethiopia Sign Air Services Deal Opening Door to Direct Ethiopian Airlines Flights
