Lobito
Atlantic Railway (LAR), a key operator along the strategic Lobito
Railway Corridor, has received its first delivery of 275 new container
wagons from South African manufacturer Galison Manufacturing. This
delivery marks a significant milestone in LAR's ambitious three-year
expansion and modernization plan, aimed at enhancing tran… read more
Proflight
Zambia, the country's leading domestic airline, has inked a historic
interline ticketing agreement with Turkish Airlines, marking its first
partnership with a European carrier. This landmark deal, effective from
November 2024, is set to revolutionize travel options for passengers
flying between Zambia and the re… read more
The trouble began in October. Back then, two competitors approached the International Air Services Licensing Council IASC. The authority is responsible for allocating and withdrawing traffic rights in South Africa. And it initiated an investigation following the complaint by Airlink and Lift.
The
Nakonde One-Stop Border Post (OSBP) Improvement and Upgrading Project –
Phase 1 has officially kicked off, marking a significant milestone in
Zambia’s efforts to enhance border operations. This initiative is being
funded by the UK government through Trade Mark Africa, with a
substantial investment of US$10 million.… read more
The much-anticipated World Travel Market (WTM) London 2024 opened with
the global travel industry gathering to explore opportunities and
showcase destinations. Among the standout participants were countries
from Africa, captivating audiences with the continent’s remarkable
diversity and potential. From Zambia’s breathtaking wilderness an… read more
Zambian privately owned regional carrier Proflight Zambia has announced the launch of direct flights between Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) in Livingstone and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) … read more
The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has released its annual report titled ‘State of Africa’s Infrastructure Report 2024,’ which indicates that progress in expanding and improving the rail network as outlined in the African Union’s railway initiative has been limited to date.
According to the report, out of the ambitious plan to construct … read more
The Zambia Tourism Agency (ZTA) is gearing up to participate in the
world’s leading travel showpiece, World Travel Market London in Excel,
UK.
Scheduled to take place from Tuesday 5-7 Thursday November in Excel,
London this year’s expo expects to showcase around 4,000 exhibitors
including tourism boards, hoteliers, transport bran… read more
Togo-based ASKY is changing its network to fly more nonstop regional
routes, ahead of the potential arrival of its first Boeing 787s in 2026,
and the carrier is aiming to negotiate codeshares with four African
airlines.
ASKY, which is part-owned by Ethiopian Airlines, currently serves 29 destinations across Afric… read more
International aviation is one of the most regulated industries in the world. From safety regulations to security protocols to bilateral agreements about traffic rights, every small detail is usually subject to Government scrutiny and approval. Most notably however, even in the globalised economy of the 21st century, the airline industry’s access… read more
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Lobito Atlantic Railway Receives First Batch of New Container Wagons, Marking Significant Milestone
Proflight Zambia Soars to New Heights with Turkish Airlines Partnership
South Africa's largest airline is even threatened with license revocation
Nakonde One-Stop Border Post
Africa’s Dynamic Presence Takes Centre Stage at WTM London 2024
Africa's Railway Infrastructure Deficit
ASKY To Expand Network, Add African Codeshares
From nationalism to globalism: The evolution of African airline ownership
