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DRC Aviation Restructured: Air Congo Takes Flight
The Congolese aviation sector is undergoing a significant transformation. Congo Airways’ operations were suspended in April 2025 due to financial challenges, leaving a gap in the market. This has led to the Congolese government focusing on Air Congo, a joint venture with Ethiopian Airlines… read more
EU Ban Creates Turbulence for Tanzanian Travel Agents
The European Union has banned all Tanzanian airlines from its airspace, citing safety concerns. This move has significant implications for African travel agents who previously relied on these carriers for European connections.
The EU Air Safety List, recently updated, now includes all air carri… read more
Gabon Airports Soar with Multi-Million Pound Modernization Deal
Gabon is embarking on a major overhaul of its airport infrastructure, partnering with UK-based Westminster Group and INOVAVIA to modernize security and expand domestic terminal capacity. This ambitious undertaking signals Gabon’s commitment to becoming a regional aviation hub and presents exciting opportunities f… read more
Addis Ababa's Five-Star Boom: A New Era for Conference Tourism
Ethiopia is rapidly emerging as a prime destination for conference tourism, fueled by a surge in five-star hotels in its capital, Addis Ababa. This development signals a significant upgrade in the city's hospitality landscape, promising enhanced quality services and increased capaci… read more
Mali Airlines Appoints First CEO, Poised for West African Aviation Growth
The Malian government's appointment of Aristide De Balla Moro Sidibé as the inaugural Director General (CEO) of Mali Airlines signals a significant development in West Africa's aviation landscape. This move marks a crucial step towards the launch of the state-owned carrier, aiming to enhance both dom… read more
Air Algérie Strengthens Domestic Network with Tassili Airlines Integration
In a strategic move to bolster its domestic presence, Air Algérie is launching a new subsidiary by integrating the assets and personnel of Tassili Airlines. This landmark decision, overseen by a joint task force established on May 27, 2025, aims to reshape Algeria’s domestic aviation landscape, promi… read more
Caracas Calling: New Nigeria Route Set to Reshape African Travel
A groundbreaking direct air link between Nigeria and Venezuela is on the horizon, promising to reshape the landscape of African travel and open up exciting new opportunities for travel agents across the continent. High-level discussions between officials from both nations have paved the way for this ambitious projec… read more
Ethiopian Airlines Doubles Lagos Flights, Opens New Horizons for African Travel Agents
Ethiopian Airlines is significantly expanding its presence in West Africa by doubling its daily flights from Lagos, starting July 1st. This move opens exciting new opportunities for African travel agents, offering enhanced connectivity and a wider range of travel options for their clients.
With the addition of a s… read more
Nigeria's Airport Investments Take Off: A Blueprint for African Aviation?
Nigeria is soaring ahead in the race to modernize its aviation infrastructure, setting a compelling example for other African nations. At the African Infrastructure Investment Week, Captain Chris Najomo, Nigeria’s Director General of Civil Aviation, unveiled the country's ambitious plans, emphasizing the strategic role of aviation in … read more
Namibia's Hosea Kutako Airport Access Remains Smooth Despite B6 Road Works
Travel agents across Africa can reassure their clients: Access to Namibia’s Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) remains virtually unaffected by the temporary road works currently underway on the B6 route. While a short section near the popular Heja Game Lodge is undergoing impr… read more
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