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A powerful call has gone out from Lagos for African governments to fundamentally strengthen the policies and institutional structures that underpin tourism growth across the continent. The joint appeal, made by The Gambia's Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Abdoulie Jobe, and the President of the Federation of Tourism Assoc… read more
Travellers heading to northern Mozambique will soon enjoy a valuable new international flight option, as Ethiopian Airlines prepares to launch a three-times-weekly service between Addis Ababa and Nacala from 27 October 2026. The new route positions Nacala as the airline's third destination in Mozambique, joining… read more
The Indian Ocean's aviation map could soon receive another significant boost, as Italian leisure carrier Neos has entered formal discussions with Seychelles authorities to launch direct services between Italy and the archipelago. The talks, revealed in a statement issued by the Seychelles Ministry of Transport, Ports and… read more
Zimbabwe's national carrier Air Zimbabwe could soon find itself at the centre of one of the most intriguing capital-raising conversations in African aviation, following a bold suggestion by the country's securities regulator that the airline be listed on the stock market. The proposal, floated by the Securities and Excha… read more
Nigeria's airline operators have offered a candid and detailed explanation for the persistently high rate of flight delays and cancellations plaguing the country's domestic aviation market, pointing squarely at airport congestion, inadequate infrastructure, adverse weather and technical challenges as the principal culprits. The … read more
The much-anticipated return of Fastjet Mozambique to the country's domestic aviation market has hit fresh turbulence, with no confirmed launch date, no published timetable and no operational certainty as the second half of 2026 draws to a close. For the African travel trade, the delay is a timely reminder that even well-publicis… read more
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has unveiled an ambitious new customer experience initiative that promises to reshape how premium travellers approach long-haul flying. Branded Etihad Wellbeing, the programme unites a wide range of product and service enhancements under a single … read more
Uganda Airlines has made aviation history by becoming the first carrier on the African continent to deploy Amadeus SkyWORKS, a next-generation flight schedule development platform designed to help airlines plan, manage and adapt their networks with far greater agility. The move signals a decisive step forward in… read more
Nigerian carrier ValueJet has officially entered a new chapter in its growth story with the arrival of its first Boeing 737NG aircraft, registered 5N-CFZ. The 175-seat jet is the first of three Boeing 737-800s the airline has committed to introducing into service, marking a decisive shift in fleet strategy and s… read more
The vibrant colours, rhythmic sounds and rich flavours of the continent took centre stage in Lagos as the 22nd edition of the Akwaaba African Travel Market officially opened at the Eko Hotel and Suites on Victoria Island. The gathering drew tourism stakeholders, exhibitors, government officials and industry visitors from across … read more
Gambia and FTAN Urge African Governments to Rewrite Tourism Policy for Continental Growth
Ethiopian Airlines Opens Nacala Gateway From 27 October, Boosting Northern Mozambique Access
Neos and Air Seychelles Eye New Italy–Indian Ocean Partnership in Tourism Boost
Air Zimbabwe Listing Idea Takes Flight as Regulator Eyes Bourse to Fund Tourism Growth
Nigerian Carriers Push for Slot Coordination as Congestion and Weather Drive Delay Surge
Fastjet Mozambique: What travellers need to know about the planned 2026 relaunch
Etihad Wellbeing Programme Redefines Premium Comfort From Lounge to Landing
Uganda Airlines Breaks New Ground as First African Carrier to Adopt Amadeus SkyWORKS
ValueJet Ushers in Boeing Era With First 737NG, Signalling Bolder Regional Ambitions
Akwaaba 2026 Opens in Lagos, Positioning Africa as Its Own Emerging Tourism Marketplace
