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Etihad Bridges Continents: Peshawar Route Opens Doors
Etihad Airways is charting a new course, connecting Africa and Pakistan with the launch of its Peshawar route. This strategic move creates a wealth of opportunities for African travel agents, offering new avenues for business growth and enhanced connectivity for their clients. S… read more
Ethiopian Airlines Connects Africa to Sharjah’s Riches
Ethiopian Airlines, a leading Star Alliance member, is set to launch a new route connecting Addis Ababa and Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE), starting June 1, 2025. This strategic move opens up a wealth of business opportunities for African travel agents, providing enhanced… read more
South Africa’s Airspace Upgrades
South Africa’s aviation sector is undergoing a significant transformation with upgraded flight procedures and enhanced air navigation systems, promising exciting new prospects for African travel agents. The Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) has spearheaded these… read more
Air Peace Elevates Boarding: New Boarding Procedures
Air Peace, Nigeria’s leading airline, has unveiled a streamlined boarding process designed to enhance the passenger experience while creating new opportunities for African travel agents. This initiative prioritizes military personnel, passengers with s… read more
LATAM-Airlink Partnership Opens New Horizons
A landmark expansion of the codeshare agreement between LATAM Airlines Brasil and South African regional carrier Airlink is set to revolutionize travel options across Africa, creating a wealth of new opportunities for travel agents.… read more
Nigeria's Airspace Upgrade: A Boon for African Travel
Nigeria is poised to significantly enhance its airspace communication infrastructure, a move that promises smoother and safer skies for African travel. The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) is set to deploy a cutting-edge High-Frequency (HF) transceiver system developed by Rohde & Sc… read more
Fastjet Zimbabwe Soars High with New Lusaka Link
Fastjet Zimbabwe has launched a new route connecting Harare (HRE) and Lusaka (LUN), marking a significant stride in regional air travel. This thrice-weekly service, operating on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, employs a 50-seater Embraer ERJ145, ideal for regional hops. The inaugural flight touched down at… read more
Algeria-Mali Airspace Closure: Navigating New Routes and Rising Costs
The recent diplomatic clash between Algeria and Mali has sent ripples through the African travel industry, with both nations implementing reciprocal flight bans. This airspace closure stems from an incident involving a Malian drone downed by Algerian forces near the border town of Tin Zaouatine on Apri… read more
Ghana's Airline Ambitions Soar Again: Can WAG Partnership Deliver?
Ghana is reigniting its pursuit of a national airline, partnering with the World Aviation Group (WAG). This renewed effort aims to establish a sustainable carrier, boasting a modern fleet, international alliances, and a hub in Accra. This ambitious venture holds significant potential for Ghana’s travel se… read more
Nigeria’s Aviation Sector: Navigating Challenges, Seizing Opportunities
Nigeria’s domestic aviation market presents a complex picture of growth and contraction, offering both challenges and opportunities for discerning African travel agents. While the number of scheduled airlines has increased, reaching 14 carriers in 2024, the overall passenger count has declined, raising questions ab… read more
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