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South African budget carrier FlySafair has once again asserted its dominance in the African low-cost aviation space, being crowned Best Low-Cost Airline in Africa at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards for the second consecutive year. The Johannesburg-based operator has successfully defended the title it first… read more
Travellers heading to South Africa's iconic Kruger National Park should take note of an important operational update that could disrupt itineraries this week. South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that the popular Malelane Gate will be temporarily closed from 08:00 on Tuesday, 22… read more
Ghana has taken a bold step towards reshaping the future of its capital city with the official groundbreaking of the ambitious Sentuo Airport Garden City project, a US\$1.3 billion mixed-use development set to transform the enclave surrounding Accra's international airport. President John Dramani Mahama cut the … read more
As tourism and business ties between Nigeria and Benin Republic continue to strengthen, Azalaï Hotel Cotonou is stepping up its efforts to position itself as the go-to hospitality destination for Nigerian and other African travellers exploring the coastal capital. The hotel's renewed engagement with the Nigerian market was on fu… read more
The long-anticipated Trans Kalahari Railway connecting Botswana to Namibia's strategic Walvis Bay port is moving decisively from the drawing board towards implementation, following fresh political momentum from both nations. Botswana's President Duma Boko has publicly declared that construction … read more
Uganda's tourism appeal in the French-speaking European market is climbing rapidly, but a persistent gap in direct air connectivity threatens to hold back its full potential. Fresh figures released by the Embassy of Uganda in France reveal that French visitor arrivals to the Pearl of Africa more than doubled in 2025, reaching … read more
Nigeria's aviation landscape is about to witness a landmark moment as Enugu Air, the state-owned carrier of Enugu State, officially launches its first international service. Starting 23 September 2026, the airline will operate direct flights between Enugu and Douala, Cameroon, marking a significant leap in its a… read more
Nigeria's aviation regulator is intensifying its efforts to deepen collaboration with airport operators and industry stakeholders across the country's Southwest region. The Regional Manager of the Lagos Office of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Mrs. Bukola Teriba, has publicly commended the cordial working relations… read more
Ethiopian Airlines has once again solidified its dominance in African aviation, walking away with the coveted title of Best Airline in Africa at the 2026 SKYTRAX World Airline Awards. This remarkable achievement marks the ninth consecutive year that the Addis Ababa-based carrier has claimed the top prize, reinforcing its … read more
African aviation is soaring to new heights in 2026, propelled by ambitious fleet renewals, bold route expansions and sharpened focus on passenger experience across the continent's leading hubs. The freshly released Skytrax 2026 World Airline Awards have delivered a fascinating snapshot of the carriers shaping the future of Afric… read more
FlySafair Defends African Low-Cost Crown as Skytrax 2026 Reshapes Airline Rankings
Kruger National Park's Malelane Gate to Close on 22 September Amid Planned Protest
Ghana Unveils US\$1.3 Billion Sentuo Airport Garden City to Transform Accra Skyline
Azalaï Hotel Cotonou Woos Nigerian Market with Pan-African Hospitality Edge
Botswana and Namibia Push Trans Kalahari Railway to Break Ground Before Year-End
Uganda Chases Direct Paris Flights as French Tourist Numbers Surge Past Double
Enugu Air Takes Flight Internationally with Historic Direct Route to Douala
NCAA Strengthens Southwest Aviation Oversight With Ibadan and Iperu Airport Engagement Drive
Ethiopian Airlines Clinches Ninth Straight SKYTRAX Crown as Africa's Top Carrier
Africa's Top 10 Airlines Revealed: Skytrax 2026 Rankings Reshape Continental Aviation
