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Air Peace Soars: Heathrow, Caribbean & “Wow” Service
Air Peace, Nigeria’s leading airline, is embarking on a significant expansion, promising enhanced services and exciting new routes for African travelers. Dr. Allen Onyema, Chairman of Air Peace, unveiled the airline’s ambitious plans at a press conference in Lagos, highlighting key developments that will reshape the la… read more
Overland Airways Expands Nigerian Network, Creating New Travel Opportunities
Overland Airways, a prominent Nigerian airline, has significantly expanded its domestic network, adding Minna and Warri as new destinations. This strategic move opens up exciting opportunities for African travel agents, offering enhanced connectivity and access to emerging markets within Nigeria… read more
Mozambique Airports Face Financial Turbulence Amid LAM’s Struggles
Mozambique’s national airport operator, Aeroportos de Moçambique (AdM), is facing a severe financial crisis, largely due to the ongoing struggles of the national airline, LAM Mozambique. A new report from the Center for Public Integrity (CIP) reveals the extent of AdM’s precarious financial position, highlighting the urg… read more
Air Peace Expands Fleet Amidst E195-E2 Grounding
Air Peace, a leading Nigerian airline, is proactively managing its fleet operations in response to the ongoing grounding of its Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. The airline has secured a fifth Airbus A320 through an ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) lease to bolster its capacity and maintain essen… read more
Seychelles Champions Digital Tourism and Heritage at UNWTO’s 68th CAF Meeting
The Seychelles delegation, led by Minister Sylvestre Radegonde and PS Sherin Francis, actively participated in the 68th UNWTO Commission for Africa (CAF) meeting in Abuja, Nigeria, from June 11th-13th, 2025. This high-level gathering brought together tourism leaders to chart the future of Africa’s tr… read more
AWA Wins Indigenous Airline Brand of the Year, Eyes Expansion
Africa World Airlines (AWA) has been recognized as the Indigenous Airline Brand of the Year at the 2025 Ghana West Africa Business Excellence Awards (WABEA). This prestigious award underscores AWA's growing influence in the West African aviation market and its dedication to providing… read more
Air Peace Launches Historic Direct Flight to St. Kitts and Nevis
On June 12, 2025, Air Peace, Nigeria's leading airline, marked a significant milestone in air travel by operating the first-ever direct nonstop flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja to the Caribbean nation of St. Kitts and Nevis. This groundbreaki… read more
SAA Prioritizes Partnerships Amidst Global Aviation Headwinds
South African Airways (SAA) is forging ahead with a strategic emphasis on partnerships to navigate the turbulent global aviation landscape. Group CEO John Lamola underscored this focus, highlighting the airline's proactive approach to overcoming challenges in aircraft acquisition and expanding its network reach.
Liberia Champions Eco-Tourism at Abuja Summit
A high-level Liberian delegation recently concluded a successful mission to Abuja, Nigeria, where they participated in key discussions shaping the future of African tourism. This proactive engagement underscores Liberia’s commitment to sustainable tourism development and positions the country as a leader in eco-consci… read more
MAKIA Soars: Revenue Up 20%, New Hotel & Runway Planned
Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) is undergoing a major transformation, marked by significant revenue growth and ambitious expansion plans. This presents exciting new opportunities for African travel agents seeking to capitalize on Nigeria's burgeoning travel market.
In a recent briefing, Airport Manager Co… read more
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