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Travellers moving between Malawi
and South Africa are set to enjoy greater flexibility and improved
scheduling options, as Malawi Airlines
prepares to launch an additional direct service between
Lilongwe and Johannesburg. The new flights
will take off from 24 August 2026, marking
ano… read more
Southern
Africa's aviation scene is set for a fresh boost as
Malawi Airlines announces an ambitious new
direction aimed at giving passengers more choice, better comfort and
improved regional connectivity. Effective from 24 August
2026, the national carrier will introduce additional
flights on key rou… read more
Malawi's
relationship with the United States has suffered another significant
setback, with Washington announcing the suspension of
routine visa processing at its embassy in Lilongwe. From 1
August 2026, Malawians seeking non-immigrant visas will be required to
travel to Nairobi, Kenya, to book appointments, pay their … read more
Mozambique and Zimbabwe have taken a decisive
step to unclog one of Southern Africa's busiest trade
gateways with the formal launch of the Forbes-Machipanda
Joint Border Committee (JBC). This bilateral structure
has been created to address the chronic congestion, fragmented
procedures and operational b… read more
Southern
Africa's regional aviation scene continues to evolve rapidly, and
Zambia's leading scheduled carrier Proflight
Zambia is making one of the most significant fleet moves
of the year. The Lusaka-based airline has signed a letter
of intent to acquire three BAe Jetstream 41 turboprops
previously … read more
August
marks the very heart of the dry season across much of
Southern Africa, and it also happens to be one of the
busiest months in the region's tourism calendar. Cooler temperatures,
sparse vegetation, and outstanding wildlife viewing draw thousands of
international visitors to the continent's most celebrated safari … read more
Mozambique
is making one of its boldest moves yet in the aviation sphere, placing
air transport firmly at the centre of its long-term economic strategy.
The government has unveiled a sweeping \$710 million
investment plan aimed at modernising airports, upgrading
airspace systems and dramatically improving connectivity … read more
A
significant move is reshaping the conversation around sustainable
aviation in Africa. Three African governments —
Madagascar, Zambia and Zimbabwe — have
officially signed the Aviation Carbon Market Compact, joining a global
alliance designed to scale up the supply of high-quality carbon credits
for the internationa… read more
As Southern Africa moves
deeper into its cooler, drier winter season, malaria continues to be one
of the most pressing health concerns for visitors exploring the region.
Although July typically brings lower mosquito
activity across much of Southern Africa, transmission
does not vanish completely. For Africa's travel se… read more
A
major shake-up is on the horizon for travellers seeking United States
visas across Africa. According to an internal State
Department memo revealed by the Associated Press,
Washington intends to slash the number of embassies and consulates
handling visa applications on the continent from approximately
50 loc… read more
Malawi Airlines Adds New Afternoon Lilongwe–Johannesburg Flights From 24 August 2026
US Suspends Routine Visa Services in Malawi, Forcing Applicants to Travel to Nairobi
Forbes-Machipanda Joint Border Committee Set to Transform Beira Corridor Trade and Tourism Flow
Proflight Zambia to grow Jetstream 41 fleet to nine with ex-Eastern Airways aircraft purchase
Southern Africa's August Safari Boom Comes with Hidden Malaria Risk Every Traveller Must Know
Madagascar, Zambia and Zimbabwe Step Up: Africa Strengthens Its Place in Aviation Carbon Market
Malaria Awareness in Southern Africa: What Winter Travel in July 2026 Really Means for Safari-Goers
