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Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said the state government will achieve the upgrade of Ibadan in 18 months, stating that the state has resources to drive the project.
The governor said this on Wednesday at the Hijrah 1446 luncheon organised by the state government and held at the Presidential Lodge, Secretariat, Ibadan,… read more
As Phase One of the railway upgrade in Gabon, undertaken by the Société d'Exploitation du Transgabonais (SETRAG), nears completion, the Government of Gabon and SETRAG have recently committed to advancing the project into its next phase. This agreement, marking a significant milestone, was officially signed on June 19, 2024, by Christian Magni, t… read more
South Africa and Namibia have recently been named… read more
Boeing and Qatar Airways announced today an order for 20 more 777-9 airplanes. The order, which expands the Qatar Airways’ 777X order book to nearly 100 airplanes, was finalized this year and listed as unidentified on Boeing’s Orders & Deliveries website.
The award-winning airline helped launch the 777X program and now has on or… read more
Berniq Airways, Libya’s leading airline, has announced a firm order for six Airbus A320neo Family aircraft during the Farnborough International Airshow. This order signifies a major step for the airline as it aims to modernise its fleet and expand its regional and international operations.
Berniq Airways currently operates si… read more
Tunisair from December 2024 intends to add service to Douala and
Libreville, as the airline filed operational schedule for combined 3
weekly flights, on board Airbus A320neo aircraft. Tentatively filed
schedule includes the following.
Tunis – Douala – Libreville – Tuniseff 16DEC242 weekly A320neo… read more
The business travel industry has proven itself resilient as it leaves
the global pandemic behind and moves into a new era of post-pandemic
stabilization. The forecast for 2024 predicts global business travel
spending will reach $1.48 trillion USD by the end of the year, an
increase on 2019 spending which was a previous record at $1.43 tr… read more
The Nigerian aviation industry is challenging for the country’s airlines. While the investors in the sub-sector are struggling to remain in the air, the sector challenges are weighing them down.
The operating environment in the Nigerian aviation industry is toxic and skewed against the country’s airline operators… read more
The inaugural vessel has successfully docked at the mineral terminal of the Port of Lobito, managed by the Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR) consortium. This consortium holds the concession for the operation, management, and maintenance of the railway connecting Angola to the Democratic Republic of Congo. The MV Lindsaylou, a bulk cargo vessel carry… read more
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a substantial corporate loan amounting to US$1 billion to support Transnet, the national rail, port, and logistics company, in its comprehensive business recovery efforts. Additionally, AfDB is contemplating the allocation of two specific grants to further bolster Transnet’s various initiatives ai… read more
We will upgrade Ibadan airport in 18 months – Makinde
Gabon Railway upgrade
South Africa & Namibia named among the top five best African countries to visit with kids
Qatar Airways orders 20 more Boeing 777-9 jets
Berniq Airways of Lybia orders six Airbus A320neo
Tunisair to Douala and Libreville
Global Business Travel industry spending expected to hit record $1.48 trillion in 2024
Lobito Atlantic Railway starts operations
Transnet receives loan for South African rail network
