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Rwanda's national carrier, RwandAir, is preparing for one of the most ambitious expansion drives in its history, with fresh plans to significantly deepen its long-haul footprint across both Europe and Asia. The Kigali-based airline has confirmed the addition of five leased Airbus A330 aircraft to its fleet, a mo… read more
British Airways has unveiled an ambitious expansion of its Africa network for the Summer 2027 season, headlined by the launch of brand-new services to Kilimanjaro (JRO) and Zanzibar (ZNZ), alongside a meaningful capacity boost on its long-established Cape Town route. The move signals a renewed s… read more
Somalia's aviation sector has taken a meaningful step forward with Jubba Airways officially resuming flight operations following the inaugural commercial flight of its recently acquired Boeing 737-300 (QC). The milestone, celebrated at a formal ceremony in Mogadiscio in the presence of senior government official… read more
Central African aviation has taken another confident step forward with Royal Airways of Chad officially welcoming its first Embraer ERJ145 regional jet into service. The addition marks a pivotal milestone for the N'Djamena-based carrier, which has been steadily building its reputation as one of the region's most… read more
Namibia is doubling down on the visitor experience at its gateways, with frontline officers stationed at the busy Noordoewer border post having just completed an intensive two-day customer care training initiative. The programme, held from 15 to 16 September, forms part of a wider national push to ensure that every traveller ste… read more
The Nigerian aviation industry has once again taken centre stage in Africa's tourism conversation, following the naming of Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, Executive Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines, as Travel Personality of the Year for 2025/2026. The prestigious recognition, which also saw him listed among Nigeria's Top 100 Travel and… read more
Self-drive enthusiasts planning an adventure into the rugged beauty of the |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park via the Sendelingsdrift access point are being urged to make careful fuel arrangements before setting off. South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that the 95 unleaded fuel pump at Se… read more
The aviation landscape between East Africa and the Horn of Africa is set for a fresh boost following confirmation that Kenya and Djibouti have agreed to speed up political consultations and finalise negotiations on a new Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA). The announcement was made by Kenya's Principal Secr… read more
Rwanda's national carrier RwandAir is preparing to make one of the boldest moves in its history, unveiling ambitious plans to expand deeper into Europe and Asia while simultaneously scaling up its long-haul fleet. The airline is adding five leased Airbus A330 aircraft and has set its sights on doubling its overa… read more
Two of West Africa's most vibrant capital cities are being drawn closer together, as Air Burkina continues to operate its multiple weekly services connecting Abidjan and Ouagadougou. For the African travel trade, the sustained connectivity between Côte d'Ivoire's economic powerhouse and Burkina Faso's dynamic ca… read more
RwandAir Charts Bold Long-Haul Expansion Into Europe and Asia as Fleet Set to Double
British Airways to Launch Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar Flights, Boosts Cape Town for Summer 2027
Jubba Airways Returns to the Skies as Newly Acquired Boeing 737-300QC Enters Service
Chad's Royal Airways Ushers in a New Era With Arrival of First Embraer ERJ145 Regional Jet
Namibia Sharpens Border Welcome as Noordoewer Officers Undergo Customer Care Training
United Nigeria Airlines Chairman Crowned Travel Personality of the Year at Akwaaba Market
Fuel Alert at Sendelingsdrift: What Self-Drive Visitors to |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Need to Know
Kenya and Djibouti Move to Fast-Track New Bilateral Air Services Pact for Horn of Africa Skies
Air Burkina Strengthens West African Ties With Reliable Abidjan–Ouagadougou Service
