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Ethiopian
Airlines Group, widely recognised as Africa's largest
and most influential carrier, has entered preliminary negotiations with
Airbus SE regarding a substantial aircraft
acquisition that could reshape its operational capabilities. The
state-owned airline is reportedly considering an order comp… read more
Air
Côte d'Ivoire is set to reinstate its services to
Johannesburg, South Africa, beginning in
July 2026. This announcement comes approximately one year after the West
African carrier suspended operations on the route due to operational
constraints. The revived connection will operate via
Lag… read more
Jubba
Airways, one of Somalia's leading carriers, is preparing
to introduce a Fokker 100 jet aircraft to
its operating fleet through a partnership arrangement with an emerging
airline still in its formation stages. This strategic acquisition
reflects the ongoing transformation within Somalia's aviation… read more
South
Africa's tourism landscape is undergoing a major
transformation as the country rolls out its Electronic
Travel Authorisation system, signalling a bold new chapter in how the
nation welcomes international visitors. Tourism Minister Patricia de
Lille described this initiative as far more than a simple technological… read more
Nigeria's
aviation sector has welcomed a significant new entrant as
Binani Air officially launched scheduled
commercial operations earlier this week. The carrier commenced services
on 11 May 2026, operating its inaugural
flight on the busy Abuja-Lagos route using
Emb… read more
Travellers
with plans to explore South Africa's scenic Cape
region in the coming days should prepare for possible
itinerary adjustments as severe weather continues to affect multiple
national parks managed by South African National Parks. Heavy rainfall,
flooding and powerful winds have caused widespread damage across … read more
Uganda
Airlines has received a substantial financial boost that
positions the East African carrier for significant growth over the
coming years. The Ugandan Parliament recently approved funding of
approximately 422 billion Ugandan
shillings, equivalent to roughly 113 to 117
million US dollars… read more
Nigeria's
Federal Government has reinforced its determination to
transform the country's hospitality and tourism sector into a globally
competitive industry through strengthened regulation, enhanced
professionalism and rigorous industry standards. A landmark gathering in
Abuja organised by the National Institute for Ho… read more
A
landmark partnership that could reshape how Southern Africa competes
for international visitors was formally unveiled this week at
Africa's Travel Indaba 2026. The alliance
brings together three of the region's most compelling tourism
propositions, uniting the urban sophistication of Cape Town with the
natural sple… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines is preparing for a dramatic expansion of its
operational capabilities with construction now underway on a massive new
airport that promises to reshape aviation across the African continent.
Located at Bishoftu, approximately forty
kilometres south of the current Addis Ababa hub, this… read more
Ethiopian Airlines Negotiates Major Airbus Deal Including First A220 Regional Jets
Air Côte d'Ivoire Prepares Johannesburg Return with Advanced A330neo Aircraft
Jubba Airways Strengthens Fleet with Fokker 100 Amid Somalia Aviation Revival
South Africa's ETA Delivers 94% Approval Rate and Lightning-Fast Border Processing
Binani Air Marks Historic Milestone as Nigeria's First Female-Founded Airline Launches Service
Cape Region National Parks Face Weather Disruptions as SANParks Urges Caution
Uganda Airlines Secures Major Funding for Ten-Aircraft Fleet Expansion Targeting Global Markets
Nigeria Honours Aviation and Tourism Leaders as NIHOTOUR Drives Sector Reforms
Cape Town, Zimbabwe and Namibia Launch Historic Alliance to Capture Global Travellers
Ethiopia's New \$12.5 Billion Bishoftu Airport to Transform African Aviation by 2030
