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The
United States Department of State has
introduced a significant policy shift for certain African nationals
seeking to visit the U.S. on B1/B2 visas. Starting October
11, 2025, travelers carrying a Gambian
passport must pay a visa bond—ranging up to
\$15,000—before their visa can b… read more
As Lufthansa prepares to
celebrate a century of aviation excellence in 2026, the airline is
planning a sweeping transformation of its long-haul onboard experience—a
move with direct implications for Africa’s travel industry as
connectivity with Europe continues to expand. The new FOX
(Future Onboard Experience) initiat… read more
Etihad
Airways is expanding its European summer network with
the introduction of seasonal flights to Palma de
Mallorca, marking a milestone as the only direct air
connection between Asia and this iconic Balearic destination. From 12
June through mid-September 2026, Etihad will operate three weekly
fl… read more
Etihad
Airways is set to expand its Middle Eastern network with the
introduction of direct flights from Abu Dhabi to
Damascus, starting June 2026. This strategic move will
see four weekly services operated by Airbus A320 aircraft, offering a
total of 8 Business Class seats and 150 Economy
seats per f… read more
The Lufthansa
Group is embarking on a transformative journey, unveiling
a sweeping reorganization set to take effect from January 1, 2026. This
strategic overhaul is designed to bring the group’s airlines—including
Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, and Brussels
Airlines—into closer alignment, foster… read more
Turkish
Airlines has officially resumed flights to
Misrata, marking its third destination in
Libya after Tripoli and Benghazi. This strategic move comes a decade
after the national flag carrier suspended its Misrata operations in
January 2015, and it underscores the airline’s commitment to
strengthen… read more
Emirates
is set to redefine the long-haul flying experience for passengers
travelling between Dubai, New York, and
Milan with the introduction of its enhanced four-class
Airbus A380 service. This move brings the much-anticipated
Premium Economy cabin to more routes,
offering a new level of comfort an… read more
Recent findings from the
Global Rescue Summer 2025 Traveler Safety and Sentiment
Survey are sending ripples through the international
tourism sector, especially for those in sub-Saharan Africa who regularly
facilitate journeys to the United States. The survey, conducted in late
June 2025, reveals a shifting landscape i… read more
A seemingly routine update
from Delta Air Lines in July has ignited
one of the most talked-about discussions in aviation this summer,
raising critical questions about the future of airline pricing and the
role of artificial intelligence (AI) in revenue management. The
airline’s president, Glen Hauenstein, revealed that… read more
Toulouse, a vibrant city in
southern France with a population of around half a million and 1.4
million in the wider Haute-Garonne region, is home to a significant
Algerian community—about one in fourteen residents trace their roots to
Algeria. This strong demographic link explains why Air
Algérie operates flights to To… read more
New U.S. Visa Bond Policy Impacts Gambia, Malawi, and Zambia: What African Passport Holders Need to
Lufthansa Unveils Next-Generation Onboard Experience as Airline Prepares for Its Centennial
Etihad Adds Palma de Mallorca, Unlocking Asia’s First Direct Link to Spain’s Balearic Islands
Turkish Airlines Expands African Network with Misrata Relaunch and New Destinations on Horizon
Emirates Expands Four-Class A380 Service to New York and Milan, Elevating Premium Cabin Choices
US Political Unrest Alters Global Visitor Patterns, With Young and Int. Travelers Most Affected
AI Pricing Sparks Debate: What Africa’s Aviation Sector Must Know About Delta’s Revenue Management E
Air Algérie’s Boeing 737 Mistakenly Approaches Toulouse’s Former Airport
