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Soaring Taxes Stifle Africa's Travel Potential
West and Central Africa remain the continent's most expensive regions for air travel, according to the African Airlines Association's (AFRAA) 2024 report. Average intercontinental taxes reach a staggering \$109.49 and \$106.62 per passenger, respectively. Leading the pack in excessive taxation are … read more
Ethiopian Airlines Bridges Africa and Portugal with New Porto Route
Ethiopian Airlines has launched a new four-times-weekly service to Porto, Portugal, opening exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. The inaugural flight celebrations, held at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, were attended by dignitaries including the Portuguese ambassador to Ethiopia, Luisa … read more
Kenya Airways Launches Direct Nairobi-Gatwick Flights, Strengthening East Africa's Aviation Hub
Kenya Airways’ inauguration of direct flights between Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and London Gatwick marks a significant stride in connecting Kenya with the United Kingdom, presenting exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. This new route expands travel options… read more
ECAir Soars Again: Reconnecting Central Africa and Expanding Regional Links
ECAir's successful relaunch of regional flights marks a significant milestone in Central Africa's aviation landscape, offering exciting new opportunities for travel agents.
Equatorial Congo Airlines (ECAir) has triumphantly returned to regional skies, re-establishing vital… read more
Auric Air Soars High: Tanzania's Top Safari Airline Expands
Auric Air Services has been named Tanzania’s Leading Domestic Safari Carrier for 2025 at the World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony. This prestigious award recognizes Auric Air's exceptional service, operational reliability, and vital role in connecting travelers to Tanzania's renowned… read more
Proflight Zambia Boosts Capacity on Key Southern Africa Routes for Peak Season
Travel agents across Africa, get ready! Proflight Zambia, a leading airline in Southern Africa, is significantly expanding its flight schedule to key destinations, creating exciting new opportunities for travel professionals.
Responding to surging … read more
Edelweiss Opens Zurich-Windhoek Route, Boosting Namibia’s European Links
African travel agents, exciting news from Southern Africa! Edelweiss Air, the Swiss leisure airline within the Lufthansa Group, is launching a new direct route between Zurich (ZRH) and Windhoek (WDH), starting 1 June 2026. This seasonal service, operating twice weekly on… read more
Emirates Expands Global Reach, Upgrades Passenger Experience with Premium Focus
For travel professionals across Africa, exciting news from Emirates! The airline is expanding its global network and enhancing its passenger experience, creating new opportunities for African travel agents to connect their clients with key destinations worldwide.
In … read more
Botswana Wins Bid for AviaDev 2026: New Routes and Tourism Boom Predicted
Botswana is set to become the aviation hub of Africa in 2026, hosting the prestigious AviaDev Africa conference. This strategic move promises to unlock exciting new opportunities for travel agents across the continent. The announcement, made during the closing ceremony of the 2025 AviaDev conference in … read more
Madagascar Airlines Charts Course for Growth with ATR Fleet Expansion
Madagascar Airlines is strengthening its commitment to regional aviation with the recent extension of leases on two ATR72 aircraft. This strategic move, facilitated by French aviation consultancy PROPERJET, secures the operation of these turboprops (5R-MJF and 5R-EJB) until 2028 and 2029, respectively. This deci… read more
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