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Congo Airways launches its aircraft maintenance centre
According to Boeing, MRO services in Africa will represent a market of 80 billion dollars by 2041. A market niche in which Congo Airways intends to position itself in line with its revenue diversification strategy.
Afrijet adds a new ATR72-600 to its order book
On Wednesday 20 July, on the third day of the Farnborough Airshow, ATR announced the completion of the sale of a new ATR 72-600 to Afrijet. The aircraft will be delivered to the Gabonese company by the end of the year, the Franco-Italian manufacturer said.
This new aircraft is in addition to the firm order for three aircraft of the … read more
Swan Hellenic discusses challenges with cruising on West African coast
The boutique cultural expedition cruise line Swan Hellenic has several cruise itineraries planned for Cape Town in South Africa and ports on the east and west coasts of Africa for 2023.
In an interview with Seatrade Cruise News, however, the CEO of the company has revealed some of the challenges associated with operating West… read more
Morocco launches e-visa to accelerate tourism recovery
The Kingdom of Morocco has announced the launch of an electronic visa for travellers to the country. The online system will simplify the process of obtaining a Morocco visa for citizens of 49 countries. The e-visa for Morocco will be available through a simple online application platform managed by the Moroccan Ministr… read more
54 African airlines banned from EU skies
For several years, half a hundred African airlines - some of which are no longer operational - have been banned from the European Union (EU) sky. Despite multiple updates from the European Commission, the situation does not really seem to have changed.
New update, almost status quo for African airlines. Since 1 June 2022, 54 of them have b… read more
DRC inaugurates renovated runway at Kinshasa-Ndolo airport
Built in 1924 and paved in 1942, Ndolo airport is the second hub of the capital Kinshasa. Over the years, the infrastructure for civilian and military use has become decrepit. Faced with numerous complaints from the companies that serve it, the Congolese authorities have made its rehabilitation a priority.
The renovated runway at… read more
Air Peace programme ses vols vers la Chine et l’Inde ce mois de juillet, voit Tel Aviv sur
Air Peace wants to make Nigeria a preferred gateway for passengers travelling between Africa and Asia. Based on the Boeing 777 long-haul fleet, the private carrier is actively preparing the inauguration of its services to Guangzhou (China) and Mumbai (India).
Air Peace will open two new international routes this mon… read more
Zambia, African Parks deal progressive
African Parks and Government signed a US$20 million 20-year agreement in efforts to protect flora and fauna and the landscape of Kafue National Park through effective management of the wildlife sanctuary. The agreement seeks to deliver greater investment in the management of Zambia’s largest national park – covering 22,400 square … read more
TAAG Angola Airlines receives its sixth and final Dash8-400
In 2019, TAAG Angola Airlines has ordered six Dash 8-400s. In addition to being part of its fleet modernisation strategy, the turboprop introduction is in line with its policy of optimising its domestic and sub-regional network.
TAAG Angola Airlines has taken delivery of a new Dash8-400. The aircraft, which left Toronto, Canada on J… read more
Congo: ECAir completes its restructuring with "a few months" to go
ECAir has been out of the air since October 2016. Supported by the Congolese state, the general management led by Fatima Beyina-Moussa is actively working to get the national flag back in the air.
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