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SalamAir Set to Open First Ever Nonstop Link Between Oman and Mogadishu
Oman's low-cost carrier SalamAir has confirmed it will launch the first ever direct air service between Muscat and Mogadishu, with flights scheduled to begin on 3 September 2026.
The new route will operate twice weekly and represents a landmark moment for connect… read more
New Somali Carrier Hilaac Air Receives First Aircraft as Launch Draws Near
The Somali aviation sector is preparing to welcome a new player after private startup Hilaac Air took delivery of its first aircraft in Mogadishu on 19 February 2026. The arrival of a Saab 340 turboprop marks a tangible step towards the airline's commercial launch an… read more
Etihad and Ethiopian Airlines Forge Strategic JV to Unlock Australia
The aviation landscape connecting Africa to the Asia-Pacific region has just undergone a seismic shift, promising to reshape how African travel professionals route their clients to the Southern Hemisphere. In a move that creates a formidable new corridor for global transit, Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Airlines have … read more
Construction Begins on Bishoftu Mega-Airport and Rail Link, Poised to Transform African Aviation
In a landmark move set to reshape the continent’s aviation landscape, work has commenced on Ethiopia’s new mega-airport at Bishoftu, a project positioned to become a critical hub for African air travel over the next decade. The facility, located approximately 40 kilometers southeast of Addis Ababa, is strategically p… read more
Somaliland’s Suspension of Air Djibouti Flights Disrupts Key Regional Air Link
Somaliland has taken a decisive step in the midst of escalating diplomatic tensions by suspending all Air Djibouti flights to its territory, including the vital route to Hargeisa. This move, effective from January 7, 2026, comes as a direct response to a deepening dispute with Djibouti, triggered by Israel’s rec… read more
Ascott Expands African Portfolio with New Somerset Serviced Residence in Lagos’ Lekki District
The African hospitality landscape is set for a significant transformation as The Ascott Limited, a global leader in lodging operations and a subsidiary of CapitaLand Investment, has formalized a franchise agreement for the upcoming Somerset Admiralty Way Lagos. This new serviced residence, strategicall… read more
flydubai Expands UAE–Kenya Connectivity with New Nairobi Route and Increased Frequencies
On October 15th, flydubai celebrated a major milestone by launching its new four-times-weekly service between Dubai International (DXB) and Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). This first flight, greeted by a traditional water cannon salute upon arrival in Nairobi, marks a significant… read more
Ethiopia Sets Sights on Becoming East Africa’s Leading Rail Hub with New Italian Partnership
In a significant stride toward transforming its transportation landscape, Ethiopian Railways Corporation (ERC) has entered into a groundbreaking framework agreement with COIPA Italia. This collaboration aims to modernise Ethiopia’s railways and breathe new life into the long-stalled Awash–Kom… read more
Dakota Aviation Enhances DRC Domestic Reach with Second EMB120 from Kenya
Dakota Aviation, headquartered in Kinshasa, is making notable strides in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) aviation sector by expanding its fleet with a second Embraer EMB-120 aircraft. This significant development aims to enhance the carrier’s domestic operations, tapping into the growing dem… read more
flydubai: new flights to Nairobi, increased frequencies to Mombasa
flydubai has announced a significant expansion of its East African operations, unveiling new flights to Nairobi International Airport (NBO) in Kenya, set to commence from 15 October 2025. The new route will operate four times a week—on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays—from Terminal 3… read more
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