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The crisis engulfing Congo Airways, the national flag carrier of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, has taken a dramatic new turn. In a strongly worded letter addressed to the Minister of Portfolio, the Chairman of the Board of Directors has openly accused the airline's executive management of squandering millions of US dolla… read more
A fresh wave of tension is sweeping through Nigeria's aviation sector as the Association of Ground Handling Companies of Nigeria (AGHAN) has instructed its members to issue seven-day suspension notices to two major domestic airlines over prolonged unpaid debts. The outstanding obligations of these two carriers collectively accou… read more
Angola is stepping up its ambitions to become a major ecotourism destination in Southern Africa, with President João Lourenço reaffirming the country's commitment to unlocking the vast potential of the Okavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area (KAZA) and the Permanent Water Commission of the Okavango River Basin. Speaking… read more
After a quarter-century absence, EgyptAir is preparing a triumphant return to Sydney, marking one of the most significant long-haul announcements from an African carrier this year. The Egyptian flag carrier confirmed plans to relaunch its historic Cairo–Sydney service in 2027, operating via Singapore, in a move that positions th… read more
Guinée Atlantique Airlines has emerged as the newest chapter in Guinea's decades-long pursuit of a sustainable national carrier, reigniting debate across the African aviation sector about what it truly takes to keep a flag carrier airborne. Since 2002, when the original Air Guinée collapsed, the West African nation has recorded … read more
Royal Airways, Chad's private airline, has taken a decisive step forward in its ambitious growth journey with the induction of its first Airbus-family ATR 72-500 turboprop. The aircraft, registered TT-ROD, touched down in N'Djamena on Saturday, 6 September 2026, following a stop in Johannesburg where it received a full repaint i… read more
October has long held a reputation as one of the most fascinating yet demanding months to experience Victoria Falls, and 2026 promises to be no exception. As the dry season nears its climax, temperatures soar and the mighty Zambezi River approaches its annual low, creating a Victoria Falls experience that stands in sharp contras… read more
Fastjet Zimbabwe has confirmed that it will extend the operation of its wet-leased Airbus A320-200 through the end of October 2026, with the aircraft also scheduled to return during the December festive season to support the airline's peak-period flying programme. The decision, driven by stronger-than-expected passenger uptake, … read more
The Algerian Ministry of Finance has moved to reassure international airlines operating in the country, pledging that requests to repatriate revenue earned on Algerian soil will now be processed within a strict 24-hour window The announcement, made public earlier this week, is a direct response to long-standing concerns from for… read more
Nigerian carrier Air Peace has strengthened its operational muscle with the delivery of a third Airbus A320-200 under an ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance) arrangement with Lithuania-based Avion Express. The development, revealed through recent industry research, marks a significant milestone in th… read more
Congo Airways in Turmoil: 20 Months, \$23 Million Lost and Not a Single Aircraft in the Sky
Nigerian Ground Handlers Issue Seven-Day Ultimatum to Two Major Airlines Over Unpaid Debts
Angola Positions Cuando Province as Ecotourism Gateway in KAZA Cross-Border Push
EgyptAir's Sydney Comeback: A Landmark Moment for African Aviation on the Global Stage
Guinea Bets Again on the Skies: Guinée Atlantique Airlines Targets Simandou 2040 Vision
Royal Airways Chad Welcomes First ATR 72-500 To Revive Domestic Network And Expand Regionally
Victoria Falls in October 2026: Low Water, Wildlife Bonanza and Fresh Opportunities Await
Fastjet Zimbabwe Extends Airbus A320 Lease Into Peak Festive Season On Surging Demand
Algeria Pledges 24-Hour Turnaround On Airline Revenue Repatriation In Bid To Restore Confidence
Air Peace Boosts African Network Capacity with Third A320 Under Avion Express ACMI Deal
