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Europe is far from being a single, uniform tourism market, and for African suppliers seeking to grow their share of the outbound trade, understanding the nuances between individual source markets can be just as crucial as reaching them in the first place. This is precisely the gap that Africa Showcase is working to close, by con… read more
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has unveiled an ambitious new customer experience initiative that promises to reshape how premium travellers approach long-haul flying. Branded Etihad Wellbeing, the programme unites a wide range of product and service enhancements under a single … read more
Uganda Airlines has made aviation history by becoming the first carrier on the African continent to deploy Amadeus SkyWORKS, a next-generation flight schedule development platform designed to help airlines plan, manage and adapt their networks with far greater agility. The move signals a decisive step forward in… read more
Mauritius has once again extended the deadline for international consultancies bidding to shape the future of the island's mobility landscape, granting additional time for firms to submit proposals for its ambitious 20-Year Integrated Land Transport Masterplan. The Ministry of Land Transport, which first published the pro… read more
Nigerian carrier ValueJet has officially entered a new chapter in its growth story with the arrival of its first Boeing 737NG aircraft, registered 5N-CFZ. The 175-seat jet is the first of three Boeing 737-800s the airline has committed to introducing into service, marking a decisive shift in fleet strategy and s… read more
The vibrant colours, rhythmic sounds and rich flavours of the continent took centre stage in Lagos as the 22nd edition of the Akwaaba African Travel Market officially opened at the Eko Hotel and Suites on Victoria Island. The gathering drew tourism stakeholders, exhibitors, government officials and industry visitors from across … read more
North African aviation has been jolted by a major geopolitical development, as Algeria has officially closed its airspace to all civil and military aircraft registered in the United Arab Emirates. The decision, which took effect at midnight on 11 September 2026, follows the sudden rupture of diplomatic relations between Algiers … read more
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has confirmed that it is conducting a formal review of the dramatic low-altitude flypast performed over Cape Town's DHL Stadium on Saturday, 29 August 2026, just moments before the highly anticipated international rugby fixture between the Springboks and the All Blacks. The spec… read more
In a significant strategic pivot that has captured the attention of the African aviation community, Madagascar Airlines is preparing to shed its current identity and revive the historic Air Madagascar brand by the end of October 2026. The transition, confirmed by the airline's new leadership on 11 September, is … read more
Nigeria's aviation landscape is set to welcome yet another new player, as startup carrier Caliphate Air prepares to take delivery of its second Embraer E190, an aircraft previously operated by Vietnam's Bamboo Airways. The incoming jet will join a first E190 already delivered to the Sokoto-backed airline, effect… read more
Africa Showcase Unlocks Fresh European Buyer Access Across CEE, South and Nordic Markets
Etihad Wellbeing Programme Redefines Premium Comfort From Lounge to Landing
Uganda Airlines Breaks New Ground as First African Carrier to Adopt Amadeus SkyWORKS
Mauritius Pushes Deadline for Landmark 20-Year Transport Masterplan to September
ValueJet Ushers in Boeing Era With First 737NG, Signalling Bolder Regional Ambitions
Akwaaba 2026 Opens in Lagos, Positioning Africa as Its Own Emerging Tourism Marketplace
Algeria Shuts Airspace to All UAE Aircraft as Diplomatic Rupture Rocks North African Skies
SACAA Launches Formal Probe Into Cape Town Rugby Flypast as Safety Review Deepens
Madagascar Airlines Set to Reclaim Iconic Air Madagascar Identity by End of October
Caliphate Air Boosts Launch Fleet With Second Embraer E190 Ahead of Q4 2026 Debut
