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• 19/05/2025 02:41

Emirates Elevates First Class Luxury, Targeting African Discernment

Emirates has unveiled a series of enhancements to its First Class experience, carefully curated to resonate with the discerning tastes and preferences of African luxury travelers. This strategic move aims to solidify the airline's position as the preferred choice for high-net-worth individuals in the region, offer… read more

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• 19/05/2025 02:40

SAA's Soaring Comeback: Fleet Expansion Fuels Agent Opportunities

South African Airways (SAA) is making a significant comeback, bolstering its fleet with new aircraft and expanding its route network. This resurgence presents exciting opportunities for travel agents across Africa, eager to capitalize on the airline's renewed strength and reach.

SAA recently welcomed a 12-year-old Air… read more

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• 18/05/2025 23:10

Mwant Jet Soars Again: New Opportunities for Regional Connectivity in DRC

Mwant Jet, the Kinshasa-based airline, is poised to relaunch domestic operations after regaining its AOC (Air Operator Certificate). This marks a significant comeback following a two-year suspension brought on by financial hurdles and shareholder disputes. The airline, now under the sole ownership of Michael … read more

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• 18/05/2025 20:13

Bestfly’s E175 Acquisition: Boosting Regional Connectivity in Africa

Angolan airline Bestfly has significantly enhanced its regional fleet with the addition of an Embraer E175, marking a strategic move to bolster connectivity within Africa. This 14-year-old aircraft, formerly operated by British airline Flybe, joins Bestfly’s existing fleet, which includes an Embraer E190 currently under ACMI lease in C… read more

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• 18/05/2025 20:13

Qatar Airways’ Mega-Deal Fuels Opportunities for African Travel Agents

Qatar Airways has placed a landmark order with Boeing, significantly expanding its fleet and creating exciting new prospects for African travel agents. The deal, encompassing 130 787 Dreamliners, 30 777-9 jets, and options for 50 more aircraft, marks the largest widebody order in Boeing’s history … read more

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• 18/05/2025 20:12

Ethiopian Airlines Unveils New Routes

Ethiopian Airlines is set to significantly expand its network, adding Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Hanoi, Porto, and Hyderabad to its roster of destinations. This strategic move promises to unlock exciting new opportunities for African travel agents, providing access to diverse markets and enhancing connectivity… read more

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• 15/05/2025 20:33

Air Peace Navigates Fleet Challenges, Leases E195

Nigerian carrier Air Peace is taking proactive steps to address operational disruptions caused by the grounding of its E195-E2 fleet. The airline has secured a dry-lease agreement for a 19-year-old Embraer E195, providing much-needed capacity relief for African travel agents and their clients.… read more

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• 15/05/2025 19:59

Gambia Modernizes Airspace: Banjul Airport’s Tech Upgrade Boosts Safety and Efficiency

The Gambia Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has significantly enhanced Banjul International Airport’s navigation systems, marking a crucial step towards improved safety and efficiency in Gambian airspace. This upgrade, a result of a competitive international tender, replaces the airport’s outdated equ… read more

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• 14/05/2025 19:59

LAM Mozambique Relaunches with Etihad Expertise

Mozambique’s flag carrier, LAM Mozambique, is embarking on a major revitalization journey under the strategic guidance of Knighthood Global Limited. This aviation consultancy, led by former Etihad Airways CEO James H. Hogan, has been tasked with steering the airline toward a more sustainable and competiti… read more

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• 14/05/2025 19:49

ASKY Founder’s Award Fuels Agent Opportunities

African aviation is celebrating a momentous win with Gervais Koffi Djondo, founder of ASKY Airlines, receiving the distinguished Lifetime Africa Achievement Prize. This prestigious award, presented by the Millennium Excellence Foundation, recognizes Djondo’s extraordinary contributions to bot… read more