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Proflight Zambia has marked a significant milestone by
successfully completing the rigorous IATA Operational
Safety Audit (IOSA) earlier this year, securing its
official registration on the global IOSA registry. This achievement
distinguishes Proflight as the sole Zambian
airline certified under this i… read more
Royal Air Maroc has finalized a significant long-term leasing
agreement with Dubai Aerospace Enterprise
(DAE) for 13 brand-new Boeing
737-8 aircraft, with deliveries scheduled to commence in
2027. This deal underscores the ongoing competition among global lessors
to partner with rapidly expandin… read more
Aleph Hospitality, the largest
independent hotel management company operating across the Middle East
and Africa, has secured a hotel management agreement with
DND Developers for the upcoming
Best Western Premier - Royal Golf View in
Kigali, Rwanda. This marks Aleph Hospitality’s third … read more
United
Nigeria Airlines continues its ambitious growth strategy by expanding
its wet lease fleet with the recent addition of an Airbus
A320 operated by the Bulgarian carrier
Fly2Sky Airlines. This latest delivery
marks a significant milestone for the Nigerian airline, enhancing its
operational capabi… read more
For many travelers within Africa, the prospect of crossing
borders often conjures images of long embassy queues, hefty visa fees,
and complex paperwork. However, for holders of the
Nigerian passport, a growing number of
African destinations offer visa-free access, significantly simplifying
regional journeys and opening… read more
The close of 2025 brought a dramatic shift for
Madagascar’s tourism sector, as the country
was rocked by a sudden political crisis. The removal of President Andry
Rajoelina, following weeks of youth-led protests over persistent water
and power shortages, culminated in a military takeover in mid-October.
Demonstrations … read more
Cape Verde is set to transform its northernmost island, Santo
Antão, with a groundbreaking investment of up to 80
million euros aimed at constructing a new
international airport. This significant
development was unveiled during a recent visit by Prime Minister Ulisses
Correia e Silva, accompanie… read more
Air Sénégal has reinstated its widebody aircraft capacity on
the critical Dakar–Paris route, marking a
notable shift from the transitional use of a wet-leased Boeing 737-800
that has operated since December. As of January 25, the airline resumed
operations with a Boeing 777-200, restoring
the lo… read more
In a critical development for Tunisian flag carrier
TUNISAIR, the airline has secured the
release of its Airbus A330 after the aircraft was grounded for an
extended nine-month period due to a legal dispute. However, the issue is
far from fully resolved, as the engines of the wide-body jet remain
under seizure, leaving … read more
Oman-based low-cost carrier
SalamAir has expanded its African footprint
by launching direct flights between Muscat
and Port Sudan, marking a milestone as the
first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) airline to resume commercial links
with Sudan after a prolonged hiatus. The new service, op… read more
Proflight Zambia Achieves Prestigious IATA IOSA Certification, Elevating Safety Standards in Regiona
Royal Air Maroc Secures Long-Term Lease for 13 New Boeing 737-8 Aircraft from Dubai Aerospace Enterp
Aleph Hospitality to Manage Best Western Premier - Royal Golf View, Kigali, Expanding Premium Hospit
United Nigeria Airlines boosts capacity with new Airbus A320 from Fly2Sky under ACMI arrangement
Unlocking Seamless Regional Travel: Nigerian Passport Holders Enjoy Visa-Free Access to Key African
East Africa’s Tourism Faces Fragility Amid Political Upheaval and Infrastructure Gaps
Cape Verde Commits €80 Million to Boost Santo Antão with New International Airport
Air Sénégal Revives Widebody Service on Dakar–Paris Route with Boeing 777 Return
TUNISAIR Recovers Seized A330 After Nine Months, Engines Still Held in Dispute
Oman’s SalamAir Boosts Gulf-Africa Connectivity with New Port Sudan Route
