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Ethiopian Airlines Connects Africa to Sharjah’s Riches
Ethiopian Airlines, a leading Star Alliance member, is set to launch a new route connecting Addis Ababa and Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE), starting June 1, 2025. This strategic move opens up a wealth of business opportunities for African travel agents, providing enhanced… read more
South African Airports Dominate SKYTRAX Awards, Setting New Benchmarks for African Aviation
South African airports have once again proven their mettle on the global stage, sweeping key categories in the prestigious 2025 SKYTRAX World Airport Awards™. This remarkable achievement underscores the country’s commitment to world-class aviation standards and offers exciting prospects for travel professionals across … read more
South Africa’s Airspace Upgrades
South Africa’s aviation sector is undergoing a significant transformation with upgraded flight procedures and enhanced air navigation systems, promising exciting new prospects for African travel agents. The Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) has spearheaded these… read more
Air Peace Elevates Boarding: New Boarding Procedures
Air Peace, Nigeria’s leading airline, has unveiled a streamlined boarding process designed to enhance the passenger experience while creating new opportunities for African travel agents. This initiative prioritizes military personnel, passengers with s… read more
LATAM-Airlink Partnership Opens New Horizons
A landmark expansion of the codeshare agreement between LATAM Airlines Brasil and South African regional carrier Airlink is set to revolutionize travel options across Africa, creating a wealth of new opportunities for travel agents.… read more
Kyiv Airport Beckons
Kyiv-Boryspil International Airport is preparing for a post-conflict resurgence, signaling a major opportunity for discerning African travel agents. Sergiy Khyzhnyak, the airport's director of commercial and strategy, revealed at the World Routes conference in Seville that the airport is ready to resume ful… read more
Nigeria's Airspace Upgrade: A Boon for African Travel
Nigeria is poised to significantly enhance its airspace communication infrastructure, a move that promises smoother and safer skies for African travel. The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) is set to deploy a cutting-edge High-Frequency (HF) transceiver system developed by Rohde & Sc… read more
Fastjet Zimbabwe Soars High with New Lusaka Link
Fastjet Zimbabwe has launched a new route connecting Harare (HRE) and Lusaka (LUN), marking a significant stride in regional air travel. This thrice-weekly service, operating on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, employs a 50-seater Embraer ERJ145, ideal for regional hops. The inaugural flight touched down at… read more
Riding the Wave: African Travel Adapts to Shifting Trade Tides
The global trade landscape is transforming, presenting both obstacles and prospects for the African travel sector. While U.S. tariff adjustments pose challenges, they also unveil opportunities for growth and diversification. This dynamic environment… read more
Algeria-Mali Airspace Closure: Navigating New Routes and Rising Costs
The recent diplomatic clash between Algeria and Mali has sent ripples through the African travel industry, with both nations implementing reciprocal flight bans. This airspace closure stems from an incident involving a Malian drone downed by Algerian forces near the border town of Tin Zaouatine on Apri… read more
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