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Malawi Airlines will add a new weekly flight between Lilongwe and Blantyre from 9 November 2026, giving more options for domestic travel. The new service will operate every Monday, joining the airline’s existing flights on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. This brings the total number … read more
Emirates has announced two major upgrades for African and Asian travellers: the deployment of its Airbus A350 aircraft with Premium Economy to Durban from 1 March 2027, and a significant expansion of A350 operations and Premium Economy cabins on all its Vietnam routes by December 2026. These changes will affect both leisure and business segments… read more
Nigeria and Russia have agreed to renegotiate their 59-year-old Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA), aiming to sign a new deal in April 2027. The decision was reached during a high-level meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, and Russia’s Deputy Minister of Transport, Dmitry … read more
Uganda Airlines is reported to be planning new domestic flights linking Entebbe with Kasese, Gulu, Arua, and Soroti by 2026 or 2027. If launched, these routes could make it much easier for international travellers to reach key tourism regions, including the Rwenzori Mountains and Queen Elizabeth National Park… read more
Editor notes that Air Mauritius has reported a net profit of EUR 78.63 million for the financial year ending 31 March 2026, marking a return to positive equity after several years of pandemic-related losses. The airline’s board of directors approved the audited annual financial statements on 29 October 2026. This turnaround foll… read more
NEWSAERO reports that United Nigeria Airlines has added a wet-leased Airbus A320 to its fleet, with the aircraft arriving in Lagos on 1 November 2026. The mid-age jet is expected to serve mainly on the airline’s domestic network, supporting increased capacity as the carrier prepares for several new aircraft deli… read more
Travel sellers in sub-Saharan Africa now have a new East–West Africa connection to offer clients, as Uganda Airlines has launched a four-times-weekly service linking Entebbe, Lagos and Accra. The new route, operated as UR900, began on 27 October 2026 and is flown with a Boeing 737-800 we… read more
Travel sellers in Africa should note that complex immigration requirements are now a leading barrier to international travel, with 43% of air travellers discouraged from visiting a destination because of entry rules. This is a sharp increase from 33% in 2025, according to the International Air T… read more
Travel sellers in southern Africa will soon have a new low-cost option for clients flying between Johannesburg and Lusaka. FlySafair has announced it will launch five weekly flights on this busy corridor from 1 February 2027, using Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The new service will operate between … read more
Airlines worldwide spent \$24.5 billion processing \$1.05 trillion in ticket sales in 2025, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This means payment costs are rising faster than travel sales, putting extra pressure on airline margins and potentially affecting fares and payment options … read more
Malawi Airlines adds Monday flight on Lilongwe–Blantyre route from 9 November
Emirates brings A350 and Premium Economy to Durban, expands Vietnam flights with new cabins
Nigeria and Russia set April 2027 target to sign new air services agreement
Uganda Airlines’ planned domestic routes could open new opportunities for international visitors
Air Mauritius returns to profit with EUR 78.63 million for FY2025/26
United Nigeria Airlines adds wet-leased A320 to boost domestic capacity
IATA survey: complex visa rules deter 43% of travellers as biometrics and AI gain ground
FlySafair adds Johannesburg–Lusaka flights, intensifying competition on key regional route
