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Buraq Air’s A320 Acquisition: A Lift for Libyan Travel?
Libya’s private carrier, Buraq Air, has bolstered its fleet with a third Airbus A320, a 13-year-old aircraft formerly flown by Cebu Pacific. This acquisition, finalized on April 11, 2025, signals a potential upswing for the Libyan aviation sector and presents new opportunities for travel agents specia… read more
Mozambique-Lisbon Route Woes
The Mozambican government’s offer of \$3 million to settle a contract dispute with EuroAtlantic Airways has sent ripples through the African travel industry. This offer, significantly less than the \$21 million claimed by the Portuguese airline, stems from the abrupt termination of an… read more
Tanzania-Nigeria Direct Flights to Ignite Tourism & Trade
Air Tanzania is poised to launch direct flights between Tanzania and Nigeria, unlocking significant opportunities for tourism and trade between these two dynamic nations. This development marks a major step towards strengthening bilateral relations and fostering closer ties across the African continent. Travel … read more
Condor boosts Winter 2025/26 schedule with more Dubai flights and expanded long-haul service
Condor is set to significantly expand its winter 2025/26 flight schedule, creating exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. The German leisure airline is focusing on enhanced connectivity between Europe, Dubai, and key African destinations, paving the way for innova… read more
CemAir's CRJ900 Boosts African Network Reach
South African regional airline CemAir has strengthened its fleet with the addition of a Bombardier CRJ900, delivered to Johannesburg on April 10, 2025. This acquisition marks a significant step in CemAir’s regional growth strategy, particularly its aircraft leasing activities … read more
AWA Bridges Ghana & Burkina Faso
Africa World Airlines (AWA) is set to launch a new route connecting Accra, Ghana, and Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, starting June 3, 2025. This development promises to significantly enhance regional connectivity and unlock exciting new business opportunities for African travel agents… read more
Air Peace Tackles Trafficking
Air Peace, a leading Nigerian airline, is taking a decisive stand against human trafficking, setting a powerful example for the African travel industry. Dr. Allen Onyema, Chairman of Air Peace, has strongly condemned the trafficking of underaged Nigerian girls to Ivory Coast… read more
Emirates Premium Economy Expansion Creates New Opportunities for African Travel Agents
Emirates is significantly expanding its Premium Economy offerings, creating exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. The airline's enhanced services, including newly retrofitted A380s and expanded routes, provide a unique platform for travel agents to cater to the growing … read more
Air Djibouti Poised for Takeoff: Expanding Horizons for Regional Travel
Air Djibouti, the flag carrier of the strategically located nation at the Horn of Africa, is embarking on an ambitious fleet expansion, promising exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. This move aims to solidify Djibouti's position as a key aviation and logistics hub… read more
SAA’s Accra-U.S. Revival
South African Airways (SAA) is set to reignite the skies between Accra and the U.S. East Coast by late 2026, a move poised to reshape West African travel and unlock lucrative opportunities for travel professionals across the continent. This strategic relaunch not only restores a vital connection … read more
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