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South Africa's nimble low-cost
carrier, Lift, has reinforced its growing
presence in the Southern African aviation market with the induction of a
new Airbus A320-200 into its fleet. The
latest addition brings the airline's total operational aircraft to
eight, a meaningful milestone for a carrier that h… read more
Akwa
Ibom State's homegrown carrier, Ibom Air,
is preparing to deepen its footprint across West Africa with the launch
of two strategic international routes connecting Nigeria and Ghana.
Effective 28 June 2026, the airline will
introduce a non-stop service between Uyo and Accra, alongside a one-stop
… read more
A
significant move is reshaping the conversation around sustainable
aviation in Africa. Three African governments —
Madagascar, Zambia and Zimbabwe — have
officially signed the Aviation Carbon Market Compact, joining a global
alliance designed to scale up the supply of high-quality carbon credits
for the internationa… read more
A
landmark moment has unfolded in African aviation. TAAG –
Linhas Aéreas de Angola has officially launched its
highly anticipated direct service between Luanda and Guangzhou,
positioning itself as the only carrier in Southern Africa offering
nonstop flights to mainland China. The inaugural journey, which covered
roug… read more
The
continent's aviation sector is no longer simply expanding — it is
gaining real momentum, and the International Air Transport
Association (IATA) has made its position unmistakably
clear: air transport must be recognised as essential economic
infrastructure for Africa, not as a luxury service to be heavily taxed.
T… read more
The government of Cape Verde has
stepped in decisively to support its national carrier, authorising a
sovereign guarantee of US\$5 million in
favour of Cabo Verde Airlines. The funds will cover the airline's lease
obligations on a Boeing 737 MAX 8, a key
aircraft within its fleet. The move underlines P… read more
Uganda has unveiled an ambitious
Shs84.4 trillion national budget for the
2026/2027 financial year, anchored on a bold projection of 10.2 percent
economic growth and underpinned by major investments in transport, oil,
agriculture and industrial expansion. For Africa's travel and logistics
sector, the framework signals … read more
Few African destinations
match Namibia when it comes to the freedom and thrill of a self-drive
adventure. With sweeping open landscapes, light traffic, dependable
tourism infrastructure and some of the continent's most breathtaking
scenery, the country continues to reward visitors who prefer travelling
at their own rhythm. Whether the … read more
Reaching
Namibia from Europe is set to become significantly more convenient, as
Discover Airlines has confirmed plans to
expand its direct service between Munich and
Windhoek from three to five weekly flights, beginning
April 2027. The Lufthansa Group's leisure carrier will introduce two
additional d… read more
African
aviation has scored another remarkable victory on the global stage.
TAAG Angola Airlines has officially been
cleared by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA) to deploy its brand-new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on
commercial flights within European airspace. The approval signals a
defin… read more
Lift Takes Off Higher: South African Low-Cost Carrier Adds New A320 as Regional Ambitions Soar
Ibom Air Expands Wings: Two Fresh Ghana Links Set to Reshape Nigeria's Regional Aviation Map
Madagascar, Zambia and Zimbabwe Step Up: Africa Strengthens Its Place in Aviation Carbon Market
TAAG Lands in Guangzhou: Angola's Bold Leap Reshapes Africa-Asia Air Connectivity
Africa's Skies Soar: IATA Pushes Governments to Treat Aviation as Economic Backbone
Cape Verde Government Backs Cabo Verde Airlines with \$5M Sovereign Guarantee for Boeing 737 MAX 8 L
Uganda's Shs84.4 Trillion Budget Puts Rail, Aviation and Oil at the Heart of 2026/27 Growth Drive
Namibia Self-Drive Guide 2026: Essential Planning Tips for Africa's Ultimate Road-Trip Destination
Discover Airlines Boosts Munich–Windhoek Service to Five Weekly Flights from April 2027
