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The
ambitious project to connect Lake Victoria with the Mediterranean Sea
has been dubbed a "dream project," with the slogan "One Continent, One
River, One People." This transformative initiative seeks to unite
Africa's Nile Basin countries through an integrated multimodal transport
system, recognized under the PIDA PAP 2 framework and… read more
Ibom
Air, the Nigerian regional airline known for its exceptional service
and reliability, is gearing up for a significant expansion into Central
Africa in 2025. This strategic move marks a pivotal moment in the
airline's growth trajectory and aligns with the broader trends of
increasing intra-African connectivity and economic i… read more
Brussels
Airlines has unveiled its long-haul flight schedule for summer 2025,
showcasing a remarkable increase in capacity to sub-Saharan Africa. This
Belgian airline will operate an impressive 56 weekly flights to the region, reflecting a 10% increase compared to the previous summer season in 2024.… read more
As of October 2024, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revealed that a staggering $1.7 billion
in airline funds remains inaccessible due to government restrictions
across various countries worldwide. While this figure indicates a slight
improvement from the $1.8… read more
Today marks the grand opening of the highly anticipated Hilton Brazzaville Les Tours Jumelles Hotel & Residences, solidifying Hilton's presence in the vibrant capital of the Republic of Congo.
Standing at nearly 140 meters, the Hilton Brazzaville Les Tours Jumelles is the tallest building in the countr… read more
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially launched its new national airline, Air Congo, which celebrated its inaugural flight on December 1, 2024.
This initiative, resulting from a public-private partnership with Ethiopian Airlines, marks a significant advancem… read more
The Air France-KLM Group, a prominent French-Dutch multinational airline holding company, has officially launched a new codeshare agreement with Airlink, a regional airline based in South Africa. This partnership took effect on December 3, 2024, and marks a significant step toward enhancing trav… read more
The Zambia-Lobito Rail project is set to begin construction by early 2026, following significant backing from US President Joe Biden's recent visit to Angola.
The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC),
the project's lead developer, announced crucial commitments
highlighting the project's transformative potential, including up to $500 mil
… read more
The Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) has announced a temporary halt to passenger train services between Dar es Salaam and Mbeya, including the Kilimanjaro Ordinary Train and the Udzungwa train, effective November 29, 2024.
This decis… read more
On November 21, President Yoweri Museveni officially inaugurated the construction of the 272-kilometer Eastern Line of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), which will connect the capital city of Kampala to Malaba on the Kenyan border. The ceremony took place in Tororo district
an… read more
Uniting Africa Through the Lake Victoria to Mediterranean Sea Project
Ibom Air Sets Sights on Central Africa: Ambitious Expansion Plans for 2025
Brussels Airlines Expands Long-Haul Network for Summer 2025
IATA Reports $1.7 Billion in Blocked Airline Funds: A Global Challenge
Hilton Debuts Iconic Hotel in Brazzaville: Les Tours Jumelles Opens Its Doors
Air Congo Takes Flight: DRC Launches New National Airline
Air France-KLM Enhances Southern Africa Connectivity with New Codeshare Agreement
Groundbreaking Lobito Rail Project Set for 2026 Launch
TAZARA Temporarily Suspends Passenger Train Services in Tanzania
Uganda Launches Construction of Standard Gauge Railway Eastern Line
