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Mr. Festus
Keyamo, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has announced
that the long-awaited report from the Ministerial Taskforce on Illegal Air
Charter Operations is nearing completion. This development is crucial for the
aviation sector as it seeks to address the rising concerns over illegal
operations t… read more
Travel agents across Africa can celebrate as Lufthansa unveils a new perk for intercontinental passengers: unlimited free messaging
available across all travel classes starting this summer. Customers
will soon be able to send texts, photos, and other communications
throughout their flight using personal sm… read more
African travel professionals should note that flight disruptions have been announced at George Airport (GRJ) in South Africa’s Western Cape, where severe weather has made it difficult for aircraft to operate safely. The notice comes from the Air Traffic and Navigation Se… read more
A Turkish Airlines flight bound for Istanbul made an unexpected return to Entebbe International Airport on Sunday morning, entering an emergency holding pattern and circling for three hours before safely touching down. The A333
aircraft, carrying 259 passenger… read more
The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO) is kicking off the New Year on a high note, having recently secured contracts to handle operations for Afrijet and Air Sierra Leone,
two prominent regional airlines. Under these agreements, NAHCO is set
to deliver its trademark ground-handling e… read more
The resurgence of South African Airways (SAA)
is taking off again, with the airline hitting a significant milestone
by growing its fleet to 20 aircraft. This leap marks a strong rebound
from just three years ago, when the carrier emerged from business rescue
operating only six planes. Today, SAA’s expanded network sets t… read more
African travel advisors can look forward to elevated connections in the Americas as Qatar Airways
unveils two new weekly flights commencing early summer 2025. These
fresh routes, operating on Wednesdays and Sundays, will connect Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha to … read more
African travel professionals have fresh cause for excitement as Emirates introduces its A350 aircraft into India, beginning 26 January with daily flights to Mumbai and Ahmedabad.
This refined aircraft now links five destinations within the airline’s
network,… read more
African travel specialists have fresh reasons to celebrate as Emirates unveils the reinstatement of daily flights to Beirut and Baghdad
beginning 1 February 2025. This move promises to solidify key routes
for business and leisure travelers while enhancing Africa’s linkage to… read more
Transport
Ministers from across West Africa’s regional body, ECOWAS, convened in Lomé
in November 2024 to tackle the high cost of air travel in the region. The
meeting focused heavily on reducing taxes and fees on international plane
tickets, with a pledge to implement reforms by January 1, 2026, to make air… read more
Illicit Charters Under Scrutiny, Nigeria-Focused National Carrier Moves Ahead
Lufthansa Expands Free Messaging on Long-Haul Routes: A Win for Africa’s Connected Travelers
Severe Weather Hits George Airport: Expect Delays & Check Alternate Travel Options
Turkish Airlines Diverts at Entebbe: Technical Glitch Forces Three-Hour Fuel Burn
NAHCO Seals New Handling Deals with Afrijet & Air Sierra Leone, Boosts Regional Coverage
SAA Soars with 20 Aircraft: More African Routes & Greater Seat Capacity
Qatar Airways Opens Middle East Routes to Colombia & Venezuela for African Travel Market
Emirates Unveils A350 Connections to Mumbai & Ahmedabad, Extends Indian Horizons
West African Ministers Commit to Reducing Air Travel Taxes by 2026
