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Namibia's
aviation sector is facing fresh scrutiny as the country's
Namibia Airports Company (NAC) confirms
that several of its regional airports continue to operate at a loss,
despite significant ongoing investment in their maintenance and
development. The disclosure highlights one of the most persistent
challenges … read more
South
African regional carrier Airlink has
confirmed a major addition to its growing route map, announcing the
launch of twice-weekly direct flights between Cape Town
and Mauritius. The new service takes off on
2 October 2026 and represents the airline's
first-ever connection between… read more
For
Africa's travel trade, few destinations command the same reliability
during the southern winter as Etosha National Park in
Namibia. July 2026 places the park firmly within its
cool, dry season, widely regarded as one of the most rewarding
wildlife-viewing windows of the entire calendar. With rainfall
practically … read more
Nigeria's
aviation sector has been jolted by a significant development as the
Aviation Ground Handlers Association of Nigeria
(AGHAN) moves to suspend ground handling services for
Max Air, effectively grounding the
carrier's domestic operations across the country. The decision, prompted
by long-stand… read more
As the summer season takes hold
across Rwanda's capital, Kigali is
experiencing a noticeable rise in local travel, community gatherings,
and corporate activity. With the arrival of warmer weather, longer dry
days, and mid-year breaks, both residents and visitors are actively
seeking spaces that combine relaxation, prod… read more
East
Africa's aviation landscape is set for a transformative leap forward
following Kenya's decision to award the long-awaited modernisation of
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)
to China Communications Construction Company
(CCCC). The contract, valued at a substantial
2.9 billion US … read more
African
travel professionals operating in or routing clients through West
Africa's busiest aviation hub should take note of a transformative
infrastructure development announced for Lagos. The Nigerian commercial
capital is preparing to connect its three major airport
terminals to the state rail network, addressing one… read more
Nigeria's
aviation regulatory landscape is once again under sharp focus following
a striking enforcement action by the Nigeria Civil
Aviation Authority (NCAA). The regulator has grounded a
privately operated aircraft and suspended the operator's
Permit for Non-Commercial Flight (PNCF)
after a serious… read more
North
African aviation is entering an exciting new chapter as
Air Algérie prepares to receive its very
first Boeing 737 MAX 8, a milestone
aircraft that signals the beginning of a major fleet transformation for
the country's national carrier. The aircraft is currently undergoing its
final pai… read more
In
a development that highlights the deepening economic strain across
conflict-affected regions of Africa, Ethiopian Airlines
has stopped accepting Sudanese pounds as payment for
ticket bookings at its Port Sudan office. The continent's largest
carrier now requires passengers to settle their fares exclusively in
… read more
Namibia's Regional Airports Battle Losses as NAC Pushes Strategies to Boost Traffic and Revenue
Airlink Unlocks New Cape Town–Mauritius Link with E195-E2 Flagship from October 2026
Etosha National Park in July 2026: Peak Safari Season Returns with Logistical Caveats
Max Air Domestic Flights Grounded as Nigerian Handlers Suspend Services Over N1 Billion Debt
Radisson Blu Kigali Unveils Summer Packages for Stays, Wellness, Workspaces and Corporate Events
Kenya Awards \$2.9 Billion JKIA Modernisation Contract to China's CCCC in Major Aviation Push
Lagos Set to Link Major Airport Terminals to Rail Network in Game-Changing Move
NCAA Grounds Private Jet, Suspends Operator's Permit After Unauthorised Asaba Incident
Air Algérie's First Boeing 737 MAX 8 Nears Delivery as Fleet Modernisation Gathers Pace
Ethiopian Airlines Drops Sudanese Pound for US Dollar Payments at Port Sudan Office
