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Green Africa’s Grounding Shakes Up Nigerian Travel Market
Green Africa Airways’ abrupt suspension of flights has sent ripples through Nigeria’s domestic travel market, impacting regional connectivity and raising concerns about the challenges faced by emerging airlines in Africa. The airline, which operates a fleet of ATR 72-600 turboprops, grounded i… read more
Etihad and Ethiopian Airlines Soar Together: New Horizons for African Travel Agents
A groundbreaking joint venture between Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Airlines is set to redefine air travel between Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, unlocking exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. This landmark partnership, encompassing a comprehensive codesh… read more
Enugu Air Poised to Transform South East Nigeria’s Travel Landscape
Enugu Air’s arrival at Akanu Ibiam International Airport (AIIA) is set to reshape the travel landscape of South East Nigeria, opening exciting new avenues for African travel agents. This development promises to boost regional connectivity, stimulate economic growth, and enhance tourism, creating a wealth of opportuniti… read more
Ethiopia’s New Mega-Airport Set to Reshape African Aviation
Ethiopia is embarking on a transformative aviation project with the development of the Abusera International Airport. This ambitious undertaking, backed by a Letter of Intent between the African Development Bank (AfDB) and Ethiopian Airlines Group, represents a \$7.8 b… read more
Overland Airways Takes Off to Minna, Connecting Niger State to Nigeria's Key Hubs
Overland Airways is launching a new service connecting Minna, the capital of Niger State, with Abuja and Lagos. Starting April 23, 2025, these flights will operate three times a week – on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays – utilizing the airline's new Embraer 175 aircraft. This initiative is a coll… read more
Air Peace Celebrates One Year of Successful Lagos-London Flights
Air Peace, Nigeria’s leading airline, is celebrating a successful first year of operations on its Lagos-London route. The airline has transported over 136,000 passengers on 662 flights since launching the route in March 2024, demonstrating strong demand and operational efficiency. This achievement marks a… read more
Overland Airways Takes Off: Jalingo Flights Resume with New Embraer Jets
Overland Airways has relaunched its Abuja-Jalingo route, marking a significant boost for air travel in Nigeria’s northeastern region. This strategic move, coupled with the introduction of new Lagos-Jalingo flights via Abuja, underscores the airline’s commitment to enhancing regional connectiv… read more
Kenya Airways Navigates Turbulence: Balancing Profit and Operational Hurdles
Kenya Airways is facing a critical juncture, balancing a recent financial upswing against significant operational headwinds. The airline’s first net profit in over a decade offers a glimmer of hope, but a substantial portion of its fleet remains grounded due to parts shortages, posing a serious challenge as th… read more
New Air Links Between Côte d'Ivoire and Brazil Set to Transform African Travel
In a significant development poised to reshape air travel between Africa and South America, Côte d'Ivoire and Brazil are moving closer to establishing direct flight connections. This initiative, spearheaded by discussions in Abidjan between the foreign ministers of both nations, aims to enhance bilateral ties and open new avenues for e… read more
Sky Mali Enhances West African Connectivity with Direct Flights to Niamey
In a significant development for regional travel in West Africa, Sky Mali has inaugurated a direct flight service connecting Bamako, Gao, and Niamey. This service, which commenced on April 8, 2025, marks a pivotal moment for the airline and the broader region, enhancing connectivity between Mali and Niger with two weekly f… read more
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