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Get
ready for a seismic shift in African air travel. Qatar Airways is
poised to redefine connectivity with a colossal order of 100 Boeing
widebody jets—a move set to reshape the landscape for travel
professionals across Africa. This multi-billion-dollar investment
signals a new era of expanded routes, enhanced passenger experiences,
… read more
Kigali
is currently the epicenter of African aviation, hosting the
13th AFRAA Aviation Stakeholders Convention
(ASC). This pivotal event, hosted by
RwandAir Ltd, has drawn a diverse assembly
of industry leaders, including airline executives, regulatory
authorities, and solution providers from across… read more
Nigerian
travel professionals are on the cusp of a game-changing partnership
between the National Association of Nigeria Travel
Agencies (NANTA) and Turkish
Airlines. A high-level NANTA delegation, led by President
Yinka Folami, recently concluded a five-day strategic meeting with
Turkish Airlines’ l… read more
A
transformative shift is underway in Lagos, Nigeria, as the Lagos
Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) unveils its ambitious
vision for the city's transportation future. This strategic plan,
spearheaded by Managing Director/CEO Engr. Abimbola Akinajo, aims to
revolutionize commuting and freighting in Lagos, a megacity proje… read more
Kenya Airways is exploring a significant
expansion in West Africa, eyeing Accra,
Ghana as a potential secondary hub. This strategic move,
proposed by Kenyan Transport Minister Davis Chirchir
during a visit to Ghana, aligns with the country's own ambitions to
revitalize its aviation sector and establish a nat… read more
Ghana is taking a leap forward in tourism
transport with the launch of its Fleet Pool Management Services
(FPMS). This innovative public-private partnership aims to
revolutionize tourist transportation, offering significant advantages
for African travel agents.
The FPMS initiative, spearheaded by the
Gha… read more
Morocco’s
ambitious expansion of its high-speed rail network
is set to reshape the nation’s tourism landscape,
creating exciting new opportunities for African travel
professionals. The recently launched
Kenitra–Marrakech High-Speed Rail Line, inaugurated
by King Mohammed VI, promises to revol… read more
Kenya’s
travel sector is buzzing with the news of Skyward
Airlines’ strategic rebranding and fleet expansion.
Formerly known as Skyward Express, the airline has unveiled a fresh
identity and acquired a Dash 8-400 turboprop
aircraft, formerly operated by American carriers. This
move marks a significa… read more
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Modern Ark (FMA), a South African aviation consultancy, has
initiated legal proceedings against Mozambique’s national carrier,
LAM, over unpaid fees for a restructuring contract.
This legal battle adds another layer of complexity to
LAM’s ongoing struggles with operational efficiency
and financial stability, … read more
The
Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) has
once again soared to new heights, claiming the coveted title of
Best Airport in Africa for an unprecedented
tenth consecutive year at the 2025 Skytrax World Airport
Awards. This remarkable achievement, coupled with its
fifth consecutive… read more