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Uganda has officially broken
ground on the much-anticipated Kidepo International
Airport, a transformative infrastructure project valued
at 72 million US dollars. The new aviation
hub is set to redefine access to one of East Africa's most treasured
wildlife regions, signalling Kampala's determination t… read more
Nigeria's
regional aviation landscape has taken another decisive step forward as
Cally Air, the state-backed carrier of
Cross River State, welcomes a new Bombardier regional jet into its
fleet. While initial reports referenced a CRJ-900, official
announcements from the lessor confirm that the aircraft entering service
… read more
Africa
is on course to record the strongest air traffic growth
of any region worldwide in 2026, yet the continent's
airlines are flying into one of their most financially challenging years
on record. According to the latest assessment from the International
Air Transport Association (IATA), net profit per passenger has… read more
Lagos
hospitality group Presken Hotels has
stepped firmly into a new chapter of corporate purpose with the official
unveiling of Presken Cares, a foundation
initiative designed to anchor the company's community engagement and
social responsibility efforts. The launch, held on 4 June 2026 at the
group… read more
In
one of the most anticipated comebacks in African aviation,
Air Zimbabwe is preparing to restore its
long-suspended direct service between Harare and London
Gatwick, ending a fourteen-year absence from the United
Kingdom market. The national carrier has finalised an ACMI
(Aircraft, Crew, Ma… read more
In a
strategic move designed to safeguard the interests of attendees,
exhibitors and partners, SNG Events has
officially rescheduled the highly anticipated Africa
TravelTech Summit & Expo (ATTSE) from its original
dates of 17–18 September to 8–9 October
2026. The flagship event w… read more
Rwanda's
business events industry is charting a confident course towards
becoming one of Africa's most influential meetings destinations, with
the Rwanda Convention Bureau outlining bold ambitions at IMEX Frankfurt
2026. Speaking on the sidelines of the global trade show, the bureau's
Chief Executive Officer, Janet Karemera… read more
One
of South Africa's most cherished heritage rail
journeys is edging closer to its long-awaited return,
with project leaders now setting a clear target for passengers to once
again board the legendary Outeniqua Choo Tjoe. The first revived
stretch, running between Knysna and
Sedgefield, is expected … read more
Nigeria
has firmly established itself as the standout performer in Africa's
aviation landscape, recording the fastest domestic seat
capacity growth on the continent in June 2026. According
to fresh data released by the global aviation analytics firm
OAG, Nigerian airlines posted a remarkable
… read more
Tanzania has set its sights on
becoming a leading African destination for Russian travellers, unveiling
an ambitious strategy to attract at least one percent of
Russia's 13.4 million outbound tourists over the next
decade. The plan, equivalent to roughly 134,000 Russian
visitors annually, marks a decis… read more
Uganda Launches Construction of Kidepo International Airport in Major Tourism Boost
Cally Air Strengthens Nigerian Skies with First Bombardier CRJ1000 Regional Jet
Africa to Lead Global Air Traffic Growth in 2026 Yet Airlines Earn Just 40 Cents Per Passenger
Presken Hotels Marks a Decade in Lagos with Launch of Presken Cares Foundation
Air Zimbabwe Returns to London After 14 Years with Strategic Plus Ultra Aircraft Lease
Africa TravelTech Summit Shifts to October 2026 in Maputo to Avoid Calendar Clash
Rwanda Targets \$224 Million MICE Revenue by 2029 as Kigali Cements Pan-African Leadership
Outeniqua Choo Tjoe Steams Closer to 2027 Comeback Along South Africa's Garden Route
Nigeria Tops Africa's Aviation Growth Charts with 21.7% Domestic Seat Capacity Surge
Tanzania Targets 134,000 Russian Tourists Annually with New Air Links and Bold Marketing Push
