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Senegal, the flag carrier of Senegal, has received a
substantial \$28 million bailout from the
Senegalese government. This injection of public funds, covering April to
June 2025, aims to stabilize the airline amidst significant financial
challenges. African travel agents should closely monitor the… read more
TAAG
Angola Airlines is set to launch a new direct service between
Luanda and Nairobi starting September 1, 2025. This
exciting development will operate three times a week, bridging a
significant gap in intra-African air
connectivity and creating fresh opportunities for travel
professionals across the c… read more
Kenya
Airways has taken a significant leap forward in aviation safety,
setting a new standard for the industry in Africa and
beyond.
Kenya
Airways (KQ) has achieved a remarkable milestone, becoming
the world’s first airline to implement the International Air
Transport Association (IATA)’s innovative Aviation
… read more
The
Zanzibar government is introducing
significant changes to its tourist vehicle permit
system, starting November 1, 2025. This move, aimed at
enhancing visitor safety and regulatory
oversight, replaces the current daily permits with
longer-term options. While the government empha… read more
Kenya’s
Jetways Airlines has strengthened its regional presence with
the addition of a Fokker 50 aircraft, acquired from
Sweden’s Largus Aviation. This latest acquisition
enhances Jetways Airlines’ capacity to serve its expanding network
across East Africa, offering exciting new opportunities for travel
agents.… read more
Renegade
Air has launched a new twice-daily service
between Nairobi’s Wilson Airport and
Kisumu, utilizing a 48-seat ATR 42-500
aircraft. This move signifies a substantial boost to regional
connectivity, opening up exciting new avenues for travel agents
specializing in Kenyan tourism.
The
ne… read more
Jambojet,
the low-cost subsidiary of Kenya Airways, is soaring
to new heights with the addition of a Dash 8-Q400
turboprop to its fleet. This acquisition marks a resumption of
deliveries after a two-year pause and brings
Jambojet’s Q400 fleet to nine
aircraft, with two more slated to arrive b… read more
Kenya
Airways’ inauguration of direct flights between
Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)
and London Gatwick marks a significant stride in
connecting Kenya with the United
Kingdom, presenting exciting new opportunities for African
travel agents. This new route expands travel options… read more
Kenya
Railways is putting the finishing touches on the
Mombasa Commuter Rail Service, a game-changing
project set to reshape the coastal city's transport landscape. This
initiative seamlessly integrates the Standard Gauge Railway
(SGR) and Meter Gauge Railway (MGR) networks, providing a
direct link between Mir… read more
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) has scooped
the “Most Innovative Airport Initiative” award at
the Future Travel Experience fair in Dublin. Its
AI-powered customer service agent, the BER
Agent, impressed judges with its 24/7 multilingual
support and elimination of call waiting times. This win h… read more