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The
countdown has officially begun for one of the continent's most
significant tourism gatherings, as Limpopo Province
formally launched the 8th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and
Awards on 29 April 2026 in Polokwane. This prestigious
event, scheduled to take place from 2 to 4 September
2026, will b… read more
Madagascar
has reached a significant milestone in its aviation infrastructure
development with the official inauguration of the
renovated domestic terminal at Ivato International
Airport in the capital city of Antananarivo. The ceremony
marks the completion of extensive modernisation works that promise to
transform t… read more
A
significant dispute has emerged between the Economic
Community of West African States and the
Government of Ghana over newly introduced
aviation levies that the regional body claims undermine a landmark
agreement designed to make air travel more affordable across the bloc.
The disagreement highligh… read more
A
landmark agreement has brought closure to one of the most prolonged
legal battles in Nigerian aviation history.
After twenty years of courtroom confrontations and commercial
uncertainty, the federal government and the private operator of a major
Lagos airport terminal have reached a comprehensive settlement. This
b… read more
In
a move that could reshape the aviation landscape across West Africa and
beyond, Nigeria has given approval for the establishment
of a specialised aircraft leasing company. This newly
created entity is designed to assist domestic carriers in securing the
aircraft they need to grow their operations, meet rising passen… read more
Ghana
has taken a decisive step towards reinforcing its aviation credentials
with the official launch of construction works for a new interconnecting
concourse at Accra International Airport.
President John Dramani Mahama presided over
the groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, 27 April 20… read more
The
Indian Ocean island nation of Madagascar
has secured substantial international financing that promises to reshape
how travellers and goods move across the country. A comprehensive
initiative targeting railways, ports, inland waterways, and regional
airports is poised to address longstanding infrastructure challenge… read more
The
African aviation industry finds itself at a critical juncture as
mounting pressure builds to address a staggering financial hemorrhage.
Each year, an estimated \$2.5 billion flows out of the
continent to foreign aircraft maintenance providers,
representing a significant drain on resources that could otherwise
str… read more
Authorities
in Uganda have issued a stern warning to
tour and travel companies found operating beyond their licensed
mandates, specifically targeting businesses that have ventured into
labour recruitment and overseas employment services. The directive
demands immediate cessation of such activities, with regulators
th… read more
The
ongoing disruption to global oil and refined fuel supply
chains stemming from the Middle East conflict has begun
exerting significant pressure on aviation markets across Southern
Africa. Travel professionals throughout the region are fielding
increased client enquiries regarding flight reliability and pricing,
ma… read more