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Air
Botswana has announced the implementation of a
temporary fuel surcharge affecting all
ticket sales commencing from 21 April 2026. The national carrier
confirmed the measure will remain in effect until further notice,
marking a significant development for professionals selling travel
products acro… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines has confirmed an order for six additional
Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft as the continent's largest carrier
continues expanding its intercontinental network from Addis Ababa. The
acquisition reinforces the airline's position as operator of
Africa's largest Dreamliner fleet while
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Nigeria's
ValueJet has withdrawn a Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet
from its fleet after the aircraft sat idle for approximately three years
without ever entering commercial service. The decision reflects a
strategic recalibration of the Lagos-based carrier's fleet planning as
it prepares to strengthen its presence acros… read more
A
potentially transformative model for African aviation is emerging from
Southern Africa, where Botswana and Namibia
are actively exploring the establishment of a joint national airline.
This collaborative initiative moves beyond conventional approaches to
flag carrier development, offering instead a framework built ar… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines has marked a remarkable milestone with
celebrations honouring eighty years of continuous aviation operations,
choosing Lagos as a key venue to recognise the carrier's enduring
relationship with Nigeria. The event at Murtala Muhammed
International Airport brought together aviation
o… read more
Ibom
Air has reinforced its executive team with the
appointment of Captain Banjana Bailor as
the carrier's new Director of Flight Operations. The Nigerian airline,
which has established itself as a prominent domestic operator with
growing regional ambitions, says this leadership addition reflects its
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A
landmark legal decision handed down in Abuja has significantly
strengthened the position of consumer watchdogs within Nigeria's
aviation landscape. The Federal High Court
has rejected an attempt by a major domestic carrier to limit regulatory
oversight, sending a powerful message to airlines operating across the
co… read more
Proflight
Zambia has announced an exciting expansion of its
regional network with a brand new service connecting
Lusaka, Livingstone, and Maun in Botswana.
The airline will commence operations on this pioneering three-city link
on 2 May 2026, marking a significant
milestone for trave… read more
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
Air Botswana Introduces Fuel Levy as Regional Aviation Costs Continue to Climb
Ethiopian Airlines Strengthens Dreamliner Fleet with Six New Long-Haul Aircraft
ValueJet Retires Dormant Regional Jet While Expanding Fleet for West African Growth
Gaborone and Windhoek Chart New Course with Groundbreaking Airline Partnership
Seasoned Aviator Takes Charge of Ibom Air Flight Operations as Expansion Continues
Nigerian Court Affirms Consumer Protection Authority Over Aviation Industry Operations
Proflight Zambia Unveils Strategic Route Linking Zambia to Botswana's Wildlife Hub
Fly Gabon Strengthens West African Network With New Libreville-Lagos Connection
Uganda Airlines Returns Wide-Body Aircraft to Service After Maintenance Setback
