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FlySafair Soars
FlySafair, South Africa's leading low-cost carrier, has strengthened its position as a major player in African aviation with the addition of a Boeing 737-800 to its fleet. This strategic move expands FlySafair’s capacity and reach, creating new opportunities for travel agents across the continent.
The eight-year-old aircra… read more
Enugu Air Takes Off: New Routes Open for African Travel Agents
Enugu Air, a new Nigerian airline backed by the Enugu State Government, is set to launch operations in May 2025. This exciting development promises to significantly improve air connectivity in southeastern Nigeria, opening up a wealth of opportunities for African travel agents.
XeJet, the driv… read more
Enugu Airport Runway Repairs Completed Ahead of Schedule, Boosting Regional Connectivity
The Akanu Ibiam International Airport (AIIA) in Enugu, Nigeria, is set to reopen on April 28, 2025, significantly earlier than initially projected. This expedited reopening follows swift and successful emergency repairs to the airport’s runway, addressing a critical rupture in the asphalt surface that necessitated its … read more
ValueJet Launches New Lagos-Banjul Route: A Gateway for Travel Agents
ValueJet is expanding its horizons with the launch of direct flights between Lagos, Nigeria, and Banjul, The Gambia, starting on? May 15th, 2025?. This new route, which will operate twice weekly, marks a significant step in enhancing connectivity in West Africa and presents exciting opportunities for t… read more
Umueri Airport: Anambra’s Aviation Hub Ready to Soar
Chinua Achebe International Airport (Umueri) is seizing a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s aviation landscape. With Enugu Airport’s temporary closure for runway upgrades, Umueri is stepping up to accommodate diverted traffic, showcasing its state-of-the-art facilities and strategic advantages. This shift presents a significant… read more
Enugu Airport Pause: Navigating the Disruption & Leveraging Alternatives
Heads up, African travel professionals! Ethiopian Airlines has temporarily halted flights to Enugu's Akanu Ibiam International Airport until May 6, 2025. This pause, due to essential runway upgrades, presents both challenges and opportunities for those specializing in Nigerian travel.
This isn't just a flight suspe… read more
Mauritania Airlines Boosts Capacity, Secures Key West African Routes
Mauritania Airlines has strategically enhanced its operational capacity by leasing an Airbus A320 from Malta MedAir. This move strengthens the airline’s presence on key West African routes, particularly to Abidjan and Dakar, two major hubs in the region. This timely addit… read more
LAM Mozambique: Charting a New Course Amidst Financial Turbulence
A corruption investigation into the restructuring of Mozambique Airlines (LAM) has sent ripples through the African aviation industry, raising questions about transparency and accountability in airline management. The probe, launched by Mozambican authorities, focuses on the period between April 2023 a… read more
Air Burkina Soars with New Jet & Lower Fares
Air Burkina is making significant strides in enhancing domestic and regional air travel, marking a positive shift for Burkina Faso's aviation sector. The airline recently welcomed a brand-new Embraer E190LR aircraft, a move aimed at modernizing its fleet and boosting operational efficiency. This acquisition, championed b… read more
Etihad’s African Upswing: New Routes & Partnerships Reshape Travel Landscape
Etihad Airways is making a bold move in Africa, significantly expanding its network across the continent. This strategic expansion brings new destinations, increased flight frequencies, and exciting partnerships, creating a wealth of opportunities for travel professionals in the region. Arik… read more
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