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AirAsia X will operate to Nairobi
AirAsia X (AAX) has revealed an exciting new route to Africa, connecting Singaporean travelers to Nairobi, Kenya, via Kuala Lumpur. The inaugural flight is scheduled for 15 November 2024, positioning AAX as the only low-cost carrier in Malaysia to offer direct flights to Nairobi. This strategic expansion follows a robust start to the year… read more
Air Peace’s economy class seats to London fully booked till August
The economy class ticket seats of Air Peace flight to London from the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos are fully booked for the next 60 days, Mrs. Toyin Olajide, the airline’s Chief Operating Officer (COO) has said.
This is as Nigerian travellers on the Lagos-London route, including a travel agent company,… read more
Airlines face regulatory actions as NCAA tightens rules on departure time accuracy
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is cracking down on airlines advertising misleading departure times. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the NCAA declared a zero-tolerance approach to such practices and warned airlines of “serious regulatory actions” for non-compliance.
“It has come to our attention that some airlines are… read more
Uganda Airlines`ambitious growth plan for the next five years
Uganda Airlines, the national carrier of Uganda, has charted an ambitious growth path for the next five years. The airline plans to double its fleet and expand its destinations, emphasizing its strong international ambitions. Among the notable developments is the upcoming launch of flights to London Gatwick, slated for the end of the year… read more
Asky named best airline in West Africa
Asky Airlines with base in Lome, Togo Republic has won the award for the ‘Best Airline in West Africa 2023.’ The award was bestowed on the airline at the seventh Accraweizo held in Accra, Ghana, recently.
Mr. Ikechi Uko, the organiser of the event, said that the airline was named the best carrier in the West African reg… read more
ITA Airways commences new nonstop flight to Senegal
The first ITA Airways flight from Rome Fiumicino AZ854 landed on July 3, at Dakar-Blaise Diagne International Airport in Dakar, Senegal, at 6:55 pm (local time). The aircraft, an Airbus A321neo, was welcomed with a water arch salute.
The inaugural ITA Airways flight from Dakar Airport to Rome Fiumicino AZ855 departed at 11:40… read more
ACSA urges passengers to allow extra time when travelling to CPT International Airport
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has informed the public that the passport control at Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town has been experiencing technical difficulties, which is resulting in slower passenger … read more
FlySafair connects Johannesburg with Kruger National Park
South African regional low cost-carrier FlySafair is set to introduce flights between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP), located about 30km nort… read more
Acting CEO of Namibia Tourism Board applauds AviaDev conference outcomes
The recent AVIADEV conference, hosted in Namibia, has been a remarkable success, leaving a lasting impression on all attendees. The event, spanning three days, saw a significant increase in attendance, with numerous decision-makers present. Bonnie Mbidzo, the Acting CEO of the Namibia Tourism Board, reflected on the conference, stating, “… read more
Zimparks puts down rogue elephants
The Zimbabwe National Parks and Wildlife management authority (Zimparks) has shot and killed two rogue elephants that were terrorising residents in Beitbridge East and some sections of Beitbridge town. Zimparks spokesperson Mr Tinashe Farawo said the two jumbos were killed near the town council's peri-urban farm after being hunted … read more
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