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Kenyan
regional carrier Safarilink Aviation has
taken another step forward in its growth story by adding a
Bombardier Dash 8-200 to its fleet. The
aircraft was acquired locally through ALS – Aircraft
Leasing Services, a transaction that highlights both the
airline's expansion ambitio… read more
A sweeping transformation is currently underway within
Nigeria's aviation sector that will fundamentally alter how passengers
and service providers interact at the country’s gateways. In a decisive
move to modernize infrastructure and financial operations, the
Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria
(FAAN) has officially… read more
In
a significant development for the Southern African travel landscape,
South African Tourism (SA Tourism) has
announced a pivotal leadership transition designed to ensure stability
and continued growth for the destination. Dr. Shamilla Chettiar has been
officially appointed as the Acting CEO, a
move… read more
Every
year, South Africa finds new ways to celebrate its remarkable natural
heritage, and the upcoming National Gardens Week
2026 is shaping up to be one of the most vibrant events
on the calendar. Running from 9 to 15 March
2026, this week-long celebration will see botanical and
zoological gardens a… read more
In
a development that carries weight well beyond Nigeria's borders,
Overland Airways has officially become the
first airline on the African continent to receive ISO
9001:2015 Quality Management System certification
[[certification-strengthening-commitment-to-quality-management-in-nigerias-aviation-indu… read more
South
Africa's beloved coastal city has just received a major confidence
boost from the international stage. Durban has been named
the 14th best place to travel in 2026 by Time Out, one of
the world's most influential lifestyle and travel publications. For
professionals selling Southern African holidays, this is… read more
One
of the most treasured safari camps in Southern Africa is about to get a
significant upgrade. SANParks has confirmed that Nossob
Rest Camp, situated deep inside the
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, will undergo
scheduled maintenance and improvement works starting around
25 February 2026… read more
One
of the most extraordinary destinations in the African travel portfolio
is once again within reach. After a tense week-long disruption that left
residents stranded and tourists marooned on a tiny speck in the South
Atlantic, St Helena Airport has officially
reopened for full commercial operations. The first schedule… read more
A transformative development has just reshaped the West African
aviation landscape, offering fresh opportunities for connection and
commerce across the region. On February 13, 2026, the government of
Benin officially granted the authorization for its new national flag
carrier to commence operations The new entity, proudly named
… read more
In a development that is set to send ripples through the East
African aviation sector, a significant leadership restructure has been
announced for Uganda’s national carrier. In a decisive move to bolster
confidence and operational efficiency, President Yoweri
Museveni has personally intervened to reshape the top
tier o… read more
Safarilink Strengthens East African Network With Locally Acquired Dash 8 Aircraft
Nigeria Enforces Total Cash Ban Across All Airports
New Strategic Leadership Bolsters South Africa's Tourism Governance
South Africa's Botanical Gardens Open Doors for Free During National Gardens Week
Nigeria's Overland Airways Makes History as Africa's First ISO-Certified Airline
Durban Climbs Global Rankings as a Must-Visit Destination for 2026
Nossob Rest Camp Set for Major Facelift Inside the Kgalagadi Wilderness
Remote St Helena Back in Business as Airlink Flights Touch Down Again
Benin Launches Amazone Airlines to Forge New Middle East Link
Aviation Icon Girma Wake Takes Control of Uganda Airlines
