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Air Seychelles
has announced the gradual resumption of its Middle Eastern
routes, reconnecting the Indian Ocean archipelago with
Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi following a period of service suspensions linked
to regional airspace disruptions. This restoration of connectivity
carries significant implications for African travel … read more
The
Namibian government has officially confirmed ambitious
plans to expand Hosea Kutako International Airport, the
country's principal gateway located approximately 45 kilometres east of
the capital Windhoek. This landmark infrastructure initiative includes
the construction of a third terminal and represents one of the… read more
The
Democratic Republic of the Congo's aviation
landscape is witnessing yet another pivotal shift as Mont
Gabaon Airlines moves swiftly to restore its operational capacity. The
Goma-based carrier has secured a six-month ACMI lease
agreement for a Boeing 737-400 aircraft, a strategic
decision prompted… read more
The
aviation industry across Southern Africa finds itself confronting an
escalating emergency as jet fuel prices have surged more
than threefold, forcing carriers throughout the region to
implement surcharges and reconsider operational strategies. The crisis,
driven by ongoing geopolitical instability affecting global … read more
In
a significant vote of confidence for Southern Africa's expanding cruise
sector, TUI Cruises has announced that Mein Schiff 5 will
be stationed in Cape Town for the 2027/28 winter season,
operating an extensive programme of voyages connecting South Africa
with island destinations across the Indian Ocean. This deploym… read more
British
cruise operator P& O Cruises has
unveiled its most extensive seasonal programme to date, with the summer
2028 schedule featuring 215 sailings across seven
vessels. Of particular interest to the African travel
trade is the inclusion of a departure from Cape Town, positioning South
Africa a… read more
In
a decisive move to protect the integrity of one of Africa's most
celebrated wildlife destinations, Kenya's Tourism
Regulatory Authority has categorically rejected allegations suggesting
that visitors were being held against their will within
the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve. The regulatory body labelled
the… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines has taken another significant step in cementing
its dominance across African and international skies. The continent's
largest carrier has confirmed the acquisition of six
additional Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, building upon a
substantial order first placed in 2023. This latest pr… read more
Etihad
Airways has announced a substantial expansion of its
North American network, with Chicago O'Hare set to receive double-daily
service and Charlotte upgraded to daily flights from 15
June 2026. The enhancements reflect strong demand on both
routes and reinforce the UAE national carrier's ambitions… read more
In
a significant policy response that holds profound implications for air
connectivity across West Africa, Nigeria's Federal
Government has initiated emergency relief measures aimed at preventing a
complete shutdown of domestic airline operations. The
intervention comes at a critical juncture when carriers were on the … read more
Air Seychelles Restores Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi Services as Regional Skies Stabilise
Namibia Advances Plans for Third Terminal at Hosea Kutako with 2030 Target
Mont Gabaon Airlines Secures Boeing 737-400 Lease to Resume DRC Domestic Flights
Southern African Aviation Sector Faces Mounting Fuel Crisis as Supply Concerns Deepen
TUI Cruises Confirms Cape Town as Winter Homeport for Extended 2027/28 Programme
P& O Cruises Features Cape Town-Southampton Voyage in Record 2028 Schedule
Kenya's Tourism Authority Firmly Refutes False Hostage Claims in Maasai Mara Reserve
Ethiopian Airlines Secures Six More Boeing 787 Dreamliners to Boost Global Reach
Etihad Doubles Chicago Frequencies and Upgrades Charlotte to Daily from June
Nigeria Launches Emergency Intervention to Rescue Aviation Sector from Collapse
