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BA CEO: Pre departure testing the best way to ensure recovery of travel
British Airways will operate 52 long haul routes alongside its short haul network this November as the airline continues to adapt to changing restrict… read more
KQ resumes New York route this coming saturday
QR's strategic outlook for Africa
Qatar Airways has expanded an existing partnership with Kenya’s national carrier, with a view to allowing passengers of the Gulf-based airline make smooth transits to the coast and western Kenya. The Doha-based carrier resumed 14 weekly flights to Nairobi early August after Covid-19 lockdown restrictions were eased. An expan… read more
New airline in South Africa
South Africa’s newest airline has a name: Lift.
The airline is a joint venture between local aircraft leasing company Global Aviation … read more
3 years after Nigeria’s Best Western Hotel battles AMCON over takeover
Three Years after the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), moved in to take over of Best Western Hotel over a 10 billion loan, the management of the Lagos-based firm, Suru Worldwide Venture Nigeria Limited, has accused the agency of illegal seizing its hotel in Lagos despite the pending court case.
According to thegavel.com.ng,… read more
Airlink charts independence from SAA - a summary
South African regional airline Airlink, which ended a 23-year franchise agreement with national flag carrier South African Airways (SAA) earlier this year, is forging its own path as seen in recent moves to buttress its network and reach. The carrier is already operating and issuing tickets under its own "4Z" code and now no lon… read more
Government defends SAA bailout as it seeks partners
South Africa’s National Treasury has defended a controversial R10.5 billion ($641 million) lifeline for its bankrupt national airline, saying that setting it on the path to recovery will entice private shareholders. “Government is not going to want to hold on to South African Airways at all costs,” Treasury director-general Dondo Mogajane… read more
Azman Air is now IOSA Certified
Cahrter flights permitted to Botswana as of Nov 1st
Charter flights will be re-authorized for departures and arrivals in Botswana from 1 November. Only the international airports of Maun and Kasane will initially be open. International flights have been suspended in the country since March 28.
From next Sunday, November 1, charter flights will once again be allowed to depart and arri… read more
FlySafair wants competitors to return to the skies
FlySafair is urging competitors to return to the market as quickly as possible in order to meet rising consumer demand for domestic flights. Presently it’s only FlySafair, Mango, Airlink and Cemair that are contesting the domestic market. Kirby Gordon Chief Marketing Officer at FlySafair said the airline will be operating at… read more
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