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In
a significant development for West African aviation,
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has
intervened to prevent a potentially devastating shutdown of domestic
flight operations. The presidential action follows weeks of mounting
pressure from local carriers struggling under the weight of soaring jet
fuel costs, a cha… read more
Namibia's
air connectivity with Europe is set to strengthen
considerably this year, as the Swiss leisure carrier Edelweiss Air
prepares to increase its direct service between Zürich and Windhoek. The
airline, which operates under the broader Lufthansa
Group umbrella, will upgrade its current twice-week… read more
The
narrative of South African Airways
returning to financial health has encountered a significant challenge
following scrutiny from the nation's top fiscal watchdog. Despite the
carrier's recent declarations of achieving profitability after years of
crippling losses, the Auditor General of South
Africa… read more
Air
Algérie is navigating a challenging fleet transition
period by securing multiple wet-leased Airbus A320
aircraft to maintain operational stability while awaiting
delivery of its ordered Boeing 737 MAX jets. This tactical approach
reflects broader industry trends as carriers worldwide grapple with
… read more
A
new chapter in West African aviation has
begun following a significant milestone reached in Niamey this week. The
governments of Burkina Faso, Mali and
Niger formally signed an agreement to establish a joint
airline, marking one of the most ambitious cooperative transport
ventures the region has se… read more
Air
Botswana has announced the implementation of a
temporary fuel surcharge affecting all
ticket sales commencing from 21 April 2026. The national carrier
confirmed the measure will remain in effect until further notice,
marking a significant development for professionals selling travel
products acro… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines has confirmed an order for six additional
Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft as the continent's largest carrier
continues expanding its intercontinental network from Addis Ababa. The
acquisition reinforces the airline's position as operator of
Africa's largest Dreamliner fleet while
… read more
Nigeria's
ValueJet has withdrawn a Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet
from its fleet after the aircraft sat idle for approximately three years
without ever entering commercial service. The decision reflects a
strategic recalibration of the Lagos-based carrier's fleet planning as
it prepares to strengthen its presence acros… read more
A
potentially transformative model for African aviation is emerging from
Southern Africa, where Botswana and Namibia
are actively exploring the establishment of a joint national airline.
This collaborative initiative moves beyond conventional approaches to
flag carrier development, offering instead a framework built ar… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines has marked a remarkable milestone with
celebrations honouring eighty years of continuous aviation operations,
choosing Lagos as a key venue to recognise the carrier's enduring
relationship with Nigeria. The event at Murtala Muhammed
International Airport brought together aviation
o… read more
Nigeria Averts Airline Crisis With Presidential Debt Relief and Tax Review Committee
Edelweiss Air Boosts Zürich-Windhoek Route with Third Weekly Flight from July 2026
Auditor General Casts Doubt Over South African Airways Profit Recovery Claims
Air Algérie Deploys Wet-Leased Aircraft to Bridge Boeing 737 MAX Delivery Delays
Sahel Alliance Seals Landmark Agreement for Shared Regional Carrier
Air Botswana Introduces Fuel Levy as Regional Aviation Costs Continue to Climb
Ethiopian Airlines Strengthens Dreamliner Fleet with Six New Long-Haul Aircraft
ValueJet Retires Dormant Regional Jet While Expanding Fleet for West African Growth
