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FlySafair,
South Africa’s leading low-cost airline, has won a crucial court
interdict pausing enforcement of a looming January 2026 deadline that
would have required the carrier to resolve alleged breaches of local
ownership laws. This legal reprieve allows FlySafair to continue its
operations without immediate regulat… read more
The
spotlight is once again on the Nile River
as Travelmarvel, a division of the APT
Travel Group, unveils plans to introduce the Travelmarvel
Sirius. This brand-new river ship is set to commence
operations in September 2026, marking an exciting return to one of the
world’s most icon… read more
The
Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA)
has taken a decisive step toward enhancing operational excellence by
extending its motivational training programme, “Character and
Relationship for Maximum Productivity,” to its regional offices in
Port Harcourt, Kaduna, and Kano. This
initiative, previousl… read more
The
world of luxury and expedition cruising is set for a fresh wave of
excitement as Hapag-Lloyd Cruises reveals
its comprehensive 2028 programme, featuring
127 journeys spanning all seven
continents. Among the headline news for Africa’s travel
sector is the return of Hapag-Lloyd’s r… read more
Air
Algérie, Algeria’s national airline, is set to broaden its African
footprint with the launch of a new route connecting
Algiers to N’Djamena, the capital of Chad.
Scheduled to commence on October 14, 2025, this twice-weekly service
will operate via Douala, Cameroon, further strengthening ties between
North and Cen… read more
EgyptAir
is poised to make a significant leap in its transatlantic ambitions,
having formally applied to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
for the authority to launch new nonstop flights from Cairo
to both Chicago and Los Angeles. If approved, these
routes will expand the Egyptian flag carrier’s U.S. network … read more
In a
decisive move to reinforce its operational stability and growth
ambitions, Air Sénégal has announced the
addition of a third Airbus A320 to its
fleet, sourced through a partnership with GetJet. This strategic
acquisition comes as the Dakar-based carrier continues to operate its
wet-leased … read more
In
a significant stride toward transforming its transportation landscape,
Ethiopian Railways Corporation (ERC) has
entered into a groundbreaking framework agreement with
COIPA Italia. This collaboration aims to
modernise Ethiopia’s railways and breathe new life into the long-stalled
Awash–Kom… read more
The aviation landscape in
southern Africa is witnessing a notable transformation as
LAM Mozambique Airlines embarks on a
strategic fleet expansion, introducing a wet-leased Airbus
A319-100 from Ukraine’s WINDROSE Airlines. This move,
part of a broader operational recovery plan, is set to enhance the
… read more
The
Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Interpretive Centre,
South Africa’s latest addition to its heritage attractions, has
officially announced its entry fee structure following a successful free
entry period. Situated amidst the dramatic sandstone cliffs of the
Golden Gate Highlands National Park in the
Free Sta… read more
FlySafair Secures Court Relief on Local Ownership Rules, Spotlighting Regulatory Pressures in Africa
New Nile River Ship Promises Enhanced Cultural Experiences and Comfort from 2026
NCAA Expands Staff Training to Boost Productivity and Workplace Culture in Regional Offices
Air Algérie Launches New Route to N’Djamena, Boosting Central Africa Connectivity
EgyptAir Targets Chicago and Los Angeles for Major U.S. Expansion in 2026
Air Sénégal Expands Regional Reach and Secures Paris Link with Fleet Enhancements
Ethiopia Sets Sights on Becoming East Africa’s Leading Rail Hub with New Italian Partnership
LAM Mozambique Airlines Expands Fleet with Wet-Leased A319, Signaling New Era for Regional Connectiv
Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Centre Unveils Entry Fees, Enhancing Maloti-Drakensberg’s Heritage Appeal
