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At
a recent industry retreat in Lagos, Mr. Joseph Atile,
Assistant Comptroller of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Tariff and
Trade Department, delivered a pointed message to
Nigeria’s aviation stakeholders: the sector’s persistent fiscal and tax
challenges demand more than temporary waivers or short-lived relief
me… read more
The
Kenya Tourism Federation (KTF),
representing the backbone of Kenya’s private tourism sector, has sounded
a strong warning about the recent overhaul of the Kenya
Wildlife Service (KWS) park fee payment platform. The
Federation’s leadership has voiced deep concern that the abrupt
rollout—implemente… read more
TAAG
Angola Airlines is taking a bold step in its fleet
modernisation journey with the acquisition of a brand-new
Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner through a sale and
leaseback agreement with Avolon, a leading
global aviation finance company. This strategic partnership marks the
first collabor… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines has taken a decisive step to bolster its
operations in West Africa by launching a second daily
flight to Abuja, further solidifying its enduring
partnership with Nigeria and its commitment to enhancing
regional connectivity. The new service
underscores the airline’… read more
The African hospitality industry
is making global headlines as it leads the world in the adoption and
integration of artificial intelligence
(AI), according to a new international study by h2c,
commissioned by hotel technology provider Profitroom. The research,
which surveyed 171 hotel chains worldwide, reveals that
… read more
The Lufthansa Group has unveiled its Summer 2026 flight schedule, offering enhanced connectivity to South Africa and … read more
In
a transformative development for African aviation, Qatar
Airways and Kenya Airways
have announced the launch of an expansive codeshare partnership, opening
up 19 new destinations for travellers and setting the stage for further
expansion. Flights under this arrangement will be available from 26
Oc… read more
The
Burkina Faso-based carrier, Air Sarada
International, has taken a decisive step in its growth
strategy by acquiring its very first Dornier
228-212 aircraft, marking a strategic enhancement of its
operational capabilities. This addition is particularly noteworthy as it
represents the airline’s fir… read more
The
national airline of Burkina Faso is
charting a dynamic course in its ongoing recovery, as the imminent
arrival of a second Embraer E190 marks a
significant milestone in its fleet renewal strategy. The aircraft,
currently undergoing final inspections in China, is set to join the
airline's base in … read more
Air
Algérie has officially inaugurated its new direct
service between Algiers and Rotterdam-The Hague
Airport, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s
ongoing European expansion. The first flight touched down in the
Netherlands on 28 October 2025, opening a
fresh gateway for… read more
Calls Grow for Lasting Fiscal Solutions to Boost Nigeria’s Aviation Sector
Kenya’s New Park Payment System Sparks Industry Alarm Over Fees and Limited Options
Avolon’s Sale and Leaseback Deal Brings Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to TAAG Angola Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines Expands Abuja Service, Strengthening Nigeria’s Role as a Regional Aviation Powerh
Africa’s Hotel Sector Surges Ahead in AI Adoption, But Data Silos Threaten Long-Term Gains
Lufthansa Group expands summer 2026 flights to South Africa and Namibia!
Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways Expand Codeshare, Connecting Africa to Asia and Beyond
Air Sarada International Welcomes First Dornier 228-212, Expanding Regional Reach
Air Burkina Advances Recovery with Arrival of Second Embraer E190
Air Algérie Launches Direct Flights to Rotterdam, Expanding European Network
