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Africa's
aviation industry has achieved its strongest expansion in
years, with newly released data from the African Travel
and Tourism Association revealing an extraordinary surge in
international seat capacity across the continent. The figures, published
in ATTA's comprehensive report titled Africa in the Air, … read more
Uganda
Airlines has moved swiftly to address a significant operational
challenge by securing a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner from
Ethiopian Airlines under a wet-lease arrangement. This temporary
solution enables the East African carrier to restore its suspended
long-haul services following the unexpected grounding of its Air… read more
Tunisair,
the flag carrier of Tunisia, has taken a significant
step forward in its ambitious plans to strengthen and modernise its
aircraft fleet. The airline has officially opened an
international tender seeking two Airbus A320
aircraft, signalling a clear commitment to expanding its
operational cap… read more
Tourism
operators planning client itineraries to one of Kenya's
most iconic wildlife destinations must take note of a
significant operational change. The main airstrip serving Amboseli
National Park has been temporarily shut down following extensive
flooding ca… read more
Air
Peace, Nigeria's largest airline, has officially
launched an expanded schedule of regional flights across West Africa,
with the new services taking effect from the first day of April 2026.
This strategic expansion underscores the carrier's dedication to
improving air connectivity throughout the sub-region while sup… read more
A
pioneering partnership between UN Tourism and the TUI Care
Foundation has resulted in direct funding and technical
support reaching five grassroots organisations across Africa. The
initiative, known as Colourful Cultures, marks the first time that UN
Tourism has provided financing directly to community-level
organi… read more
Botswana
has secured two major international accolades at the
PATWA International Travel Awards, held alongside ITB Berlin, one of the
world's most influential travel trade exhibitions. The southern African
nation received the coveted Destination of the Year award in the
Thrilling Experiences category, cementing its re… read more
The
turbulent rollout of cashless payments at Nigerian airport
tollgates has sparked important discussion about how
technology-driven reforms should be introduced at critical transport
infrastructure. Aviation experts are now calling for methodical
implementation approaches that prioritise passenger experience alongsid… read more
Zambia
and Botswana have taken a historic step in regional
integration with the official launch of the Kazungula
Bridge Authority, establishing joint governance over one of Southern
Africa's most strategically important border crossings.
Presidents Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia and Duma Gideon Boko of
Botswana preside… read more
The
Democratic Republic of Congo is pressing
forward with ambitious plans to elevate the airport at Kolwezi to full
international status, a move that would establish the facility as the
nation's fourth recognised point of entry for overseas arrivals. Senior
government officials recently convened in Kinshasa to assess
… read more
East Africa Drives Continent's Aviation Boom as Seat Capacity Jumps 24 Percent
Uganda Airlines Secures Ethiopian Dreamliner to Resume International Services
Tunisair Launches Major Fleet Renewal Drive with A320 Tender and Widebody Plans
Heavy Rains Force Temporary Closure of Amboseli National Park's Main Airstrip
Air Peace Expands West African Network with New Regional Routes from Lagos
Five African NGOs Secure Historic Grants for Community Tourism Development
Botswana Claims Double Victory at Prestigious ITB Berlin Travel Awards
Nigerian Airport Tollgate Chaos Offers Lessons in Technology Implementation
Zambia and Botswana Unite to Manage Strategic Kazungula Bridge Crossing
DRC Advances Plans to Transform Kolwezi Airport Into Fourth International Gateway
