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Ethiopian Airlines introduces flights to a third destination city in Zimbabwe
The flag carrier of Ethiopia, Ethiopian Airlines, has announced on twitter that it is set to launch flights to third destination city in … read more
Air Tanzania plans to serve Nigeria, Ghana and England in 2023
Air Tanzania will expand its international network next year. Speaking to the press on Monday, August 15, 2023, its CEO announced that it will open three routes to Nigeria, Ghana and England. "We want to encourage people to use Air Tanzania to travel to Europe in particular," said Ladislaus Matindi.
Nigeria and… read more
Mali: Gao Int'l Airport returns to ASECNA administration after 10 years of absence
In 2012, the Agency for the Safety of Air Navigation in Africa and Madagascar (ASECNA) left Gao Korogoussou International Airport after the hub fell into the hands of jihadists.
Arik Air becomes Official Airline Partner of the next Titan Nigeria Reality TV show
Arik Air said it has become the Supporting Sponsor and Exclusive Official Airline Partner of The Next Titan Nigeria Reality TV show Season Nine.
An agreement to this effect was signed last Friday between the management of Arik Air and Bravopoints International, promoters of the The Next Titan Nigeria TV show.
Speaking at the s… read more
Guinea: Conakry int'l airport equipped with 3 new fire trucks
In February 2020, the Gbessia Airport Management Company (SOGEAG) was awarded the management of the Conakry airport for 25 years, replacing the Conakry Airport Management Company (SOGEAC). The company, owned by the Guinean state (34%), Aéroports de Paris (33%) and Africa 50 (33%), has promised to invest €120 million in the development and modernisation of the facility.
Air Arabia reports solid first half 2022 net profit of AED 451 million
Air Arabia (PJSC), the Middle East & North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier operator, reported a strong first half (January to June) 2022 as recovery in demand for air travel continued.
Air Arabia reported a net profit of AED 451 million for the first six months ending June 30, 2022, compared to AED 44 million … read more
Holland America Line simplifies COVID-19 procedures
Holland America Line is updating its “Travel Well” COVID-19 protocols and procedures, including requirements for vaccinations and pre-cruise testing that meet public health goals while recognizing the evolving nature of the COVID-19 situation. These changes will go into effect for cruises departing on or after Sept. 6, 2022.
New airline to launch in Lesotho
Lesotho-based airline operator, Mohahlaula Airlines, has announced plans to launch a local Lesotho airline within the next year. The operation will initially service the Maseru-Johannesburg route with plans to extend to other destinations in South Africa also in the pipeline.
Mohahlaula Airlines is one of two Lesotho c… read more
Namaqua National Park: Rather late than usual flower season 2022
South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the flower season in the Namaqua National Park in … read more
Cape Town: The Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome is temporarily closed
Iziko Museums of South Africa has announced that the Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome, the most advanced digital planetarium on the African continent, is currently not functional and will be closed temporarily until further notice. We'll keep you posted!
The Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome, located side-by-si… read more
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