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In
a development that signals robust ambition within the African aviation
landscape, United Nigeria Airlines is
pushing ahead with a significant fleet expansion programme. The
privately-owned Nigerian carrier, now marking its fifth year of
commercial operations, has confirmed plans to integrate its first
Boei… read more
In
welcome news for African travel professionals and their clients,
Emirates has announced the restoration of 96 per cent of
its global network, marking a significant milestone in
the airline's recovery following a challenging period of operational
disruption. The Dubai-based carrier confirmed on 4 May 2026 that
serv… read more
A
prominent voice within East African aviation has delivered a powerful
message to continental policymakers, urging transformative reforms that
could reshape how Africans travel across their own continent.
Charles Gakuu, Managing Director of the Air Travel and
Related Studies Centre based in Nairobi, addressed
delega… read more
African
air traffic is forecast to expand by 21.5 per cent during
2026, yet industry voices are cautioning that raw
passenger growth alone will not determine which airlines thrive in the
years ahead. The distinction between adding travellers and capturing
their full commercial value is emerging as a critical conversati… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines has secured the prestigious title of Best Airline in Africa at
the 2026 APEX Passenger Choice Awards, marking yet
another milestone for the continent's largest carrier. This recognition
stands apart from many industry accolades because it is determined
entirely by verified feedback from passengers, m… read more
Zimbabwe's
national airline finds itself at the centre of a governance
storm after the country's Public Accounts Committee
raised alarming concerns about aircraft that do not appear on official
financial records. The parliamentary body also highlighted unfiled tax
returns, painting a troubling picture of administrative… read more
Workers
at Senegal's primary ground handling company have mounted fierce
opposition to a government-backed plan that would hand
majority control of their profitable enterprise to the struggling
national airline. The dispute highlights tensions between state
ambitions for aviation consolidation and workforce concerns ab… read more
Travellers
with bookings to or from East London
should prepare for potential disruptions after Airports
Company South Africa confirmed that operations at
King Phalo Airport have been affected by a
combination of adverse weather conditions and the temporary suspension
of critical navi… read more
Tourism
Seychelles has officially welcomed the arrival of Air
Tanzania's inaugural flight from Dar es Salaam, marking the launch of a
strategically significant route that promises to reshape travel patterns
between the East African mainland and the Indian Ocean islands. The new
service connects Julius Nyerere I… read more
The
Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has
issued a firm reminder to domestic carriers regarding their obligations
to passengers, particularly concerning refunds, compensation, and care
during flight disruptions. The regulator's message comes at a time when
Nigerian airlines face considerable operational strain, yet auth… read more
United Nigeria Airlines Accelerates Growth with Major Boeing 737-800 Fleet Expansion
Emirates Returns to Near-Full Operations with 137 Destinations Now Accessible
Kenyan Aviation Expert Urges Visa-Free Africa and Open Skies at IATA Conference
African Aviation Boom Demands Smarter Distribution, Not Just More Passengers
Ethiopian Airlines Clinches Top African Airline Honour Based on Passenger Votes
Air Zimbabwe Faces Parliamentary Heat Over Unrecorded Aircraft and Tax Lapses
Senegalese Ground Handlers Resist Air Sénégal's Bid for 75 Per Cent Control
Weather and Navigation System Issues Disrupt Flights at East London's King Phalo Airport
Air Tanzania Inaugurates Direct Seychelles Service Creating Safari-Beach Travel Corridor
Nigerian Aviation Regulator Reinforces Passenger Rights Amid Operational Challenges
