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Nigeria’s
aviation sector is currently grappling with persistent
high airfares, a topic that remains at the forefront for
industry stakeholders across sub-Saharan Africa. Recent discussions, led
by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), highlight that the root
causes extend far beyond airline pricing strategies, … read more
TAAG Angola Airlines is preparing
to re-enter the Chinese market with a fresh direct service connecting
Luanda and
Guangzhou, scheduled to commence in March
2026. This move marks the airline’s return to China after suspending its
previous route to Beijing at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. T… read more
On 22 January
2026, Madagascar Airlines, in partnership
with the Ministry of Transport and Meteorology, inaugurated a new flight
route network designed to enhance territorial connectivity along the
East–North axis. This innovative program
links key destinations including Toamasina, Sainte-Marie… read more
After
a six-month suspension, Sudan Airways has
officially resumed flight operations following the return to service of
its sole aircraft, an 18-year-old Airbus
A320, which recently underwent an extensive maintenance
overhaul. This relaunch marks a cautious yet important step toward
restoring vital a… read more
The Mauritanian government has taken a decisive step to bolster
the national carrier, Mauritania Airlines, by authorizing a
state-backed guarantee for a significant bank loan aimed at easing
operational challenges and supporting critical investments in the
airline’s fleet. This financial intervention comes at a crucial time
when… read more
In a move that underscores the
far-reaching impact of severe weather on South Africa’s tourism
infrastructure, FlySafair has confirmed the
suspension of all flights to and from Hoedspruit Airport
(HDS) in Limpopo until 14 February 2026. This decision
follows extensive flood damage to critical airport i… read more
The prospect of cheap flights in Nigeria is hampered by a
complex web of structural, operational, and regulatory
challenges that go far beyond airline pricing strategies.
According to former Director General of the Nigerian Safety
Investigation Bureau (NSIB), Mr. Akin Olateru, the high cost of airfares
is rooted in dee… read more
TAAG-Linhas
Aéreas de Angola has taken a significant step towards enhancing payment
flexibility for its customers by testing a Buy Now, Pay
Later (BNPL) model for airline ticket purchases. This
innovative payment method is being introduced through a strategic
partnership with Standard Bank Angola,
ai… read more
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s most
prominent carrier, has taken a decisive step in bolstering its long-haul
fleet by placing a firm order for nine additional Boeing
787-9 Dreamliners. Deliveries of these advanced wide-body
aircraft are scheduled for the early 2030s, underscoring the airline’s
forward-lo… read more
The Central African Republic (CAR)
is poised to experience a significant reduction in international air
access following Air France’s decision to
discontinue its direct Paris–Bangui service
from February 2026. This move will sever the country’s only nonstop air
connection to Europe, po… read more
Nigeria’s Aviation Challenges: Fair Pricing and Communication Take Centre Stage
TAAG Angola Airlines Set to Relaunch Luanda-Guangzhou Route with Boeing 787-9 in March 2026
Madagascar Airlines Launches New East-North Transversal Flight Network Boosting Regional Connectivit
Sudan Airways Resumes Operations with Refurbished Airbus A320, Restoring Regional Connectivity
Mauritania Airlines Secures \$18 Million State-Backed Loan to Revitalize Fleet and Operations
FlySafair Suspends Hoedspruit Flights Until Mid-February as Floods Disrupt Key Safari Gateway
Ethiopian Airlines Expands Long-Haul Capacity with Nine New Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners
Central African Republic Faces Major Connectivity Setback as Air France Ends Paris–Bangui Route
