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Fly
Gabon has officially added Lagos to its route network,
deepening the Gabonese carrier's footprint in Nigeria and reinforcing
air links between Central and West Africa. The launch of scheduled
services to Nigeria's largest city represents a strategic expansion for
the airline, which has been steadily building its pr… read more
Uganda
Airlines has successfully restored one of its Airbus A330-800neo
aircraft to commercial service, marking an important
milestone in the national carrier's efforts to stabilise its long-haul
operations. The aircraft, bearing registration 5X-NIL, completed its
first revenue flight to Dubai on 17 April 2026, signall… read more
The
relationship between international travel advisories and
African tourism has once again come under the spotlight
following recent warnings issued by Western governments to their
citizens. These developments carry significant weight for travel
professionals across the continent, as such advisories directly
influen… read more
A
significant opportunity awaits African tourism
businesses as a major trade event prepares to connect the
continent's suppliers with influential buyers from
Scandinavia. The three-day initiative will
move through Oslo, Copenhagen, and
Stockholm between April 21 and 23, offering face… read more
Etihad
Airways, the flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates,
has announced an ambitious expansion into the African market with plans
to launch six new direct routes connecting
its Abu Dhabi hub to key destinations across the continent. This
significant network growth positions the Gulf carrier as an i… read more
Nigeria's
aviation sector stands at a critical juncture as
domestic airlines grapple with an extraordinary increase in the cost of
jet fuel that threatens to ground operations across the country. The
price of Jet A1, the standard fuel used by commercial aircraft, has
risen from approximately 900 naira per litre in late… read more
Zimbabwe
and Zambia have formalised an ambitious infrastructure
partnership that promises to reshape the transport landscape across
Southern Africa. The two neighbouring nations recently signed a
Memorandum of Understanding for the
construction of a new railway line connecting Lion's Den
in Z… read more
Jambojet
has reached a significant milestone, celebrating twelve years of
continuous operations as one of Africa's most resilient
low-cost carriers. The Kenyan airline's journey from launch to its
current position offers valuable lessons for aviation professionals and
travel businesses across the continent seeking to u… read more
The
leadership of Nigeria's foremost travel trade
body has been settled following a pivotal gathering that
brought together key figures from across the nation's tourism landscape.
Yinka Folami will continue at the helm of
the National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies after members
unanimously … read more
Cabo
Verde Airlines has strengthened its operational capacity
by introducing a wet-leased Airbus A320
into its fleet, a strategic move designed to maintain consistent service
across its European network while one of its existing aircraft
undergoes scheduled maintenance. This development signals the isl… read more
Fly Gabon Strengthens West African Network With New Libreville-Lagos Connection
Uganda Airlines Returns Wide-Body Aircraft to Service After Maintenance Setback
Travel Advisories and Their Growing Impact on African Tourism Businesses
Nordic Roadshow Opens Fresh Pathways for African Tourism Suppliers This Week
Etihad Airways Unveils Major African Expansion With Six New Routes From Abu Dhabi
Nigeria Faces Aviation Crisis as Jet Fuel Prices Surge 300 Percent
Zimbabwe and Zambia Seal US\$2 Billion Railway Deal to Transform Regional Trade
Jambojet Marks Twelve Years as a Model for African Low-Cost Aviation Success
NANTA Confirms Folami for Second Presidential Term as Nigerian Travel Sector Eyes New Chapter
Cabo Verde Airlines Secures Leased Airbus A320 to Sustain European Routes
