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Osubi
Airport in Warri, Delta State, is rapidly
becoming a key player in Nigeria’s aviation
landscape. Significant upgrades, including a planned runway
extension, are attracting increased interest from domestic
airlines and positioning the airport for major growth, creating exciting
new opportunities for … read more
Nigeria’s
aviation sector reached a new milestone with the inaugural
international flight from Sam Mbakwe
International Cargo Airport in Owerri.
This historic event, marked by the departure of 315 Hajj
pilgrims to Medina, opens exciting new
avenues for African travel agents.
… read more
Fastjet Zimbabwe’s latest move is set to
reshape the Southern African travel landscape, creating exciting new
avenues for travel agents across the continent. The airline has
partnered with Air Promotion Group (APG) Zambia,
appointing them as their official General Sales Agent
(GSA) in Zambia. This strate… read more
Travel agents operating in Africa, particularly those focusing
on West Africa, should be aware of the developing situation with
Mauritania Airlines. The national carrier
is facing significant operational challenges, prompting the Mauritanian
government to launch an official investigation into the country's civil
aviati… read more
A new era of enhanced connectivity is on the
horizon for Southern Africa as Air Congo prepares to
launch direct flights between Kinshasa and Lusaka.
This landmark development, commended by Zambia’s Transport and
Logistics Minister, Frank Tayali, promises to reshape the
region’s aviation landscape and unlock … read more
Travel agents across Africa should be aware of the immediate
closure of Namibia’s Main Road 118 (MR118), the direct route linking
Rosh Pinah and Oranjemund. The Namibian Roads Authority
(RA) enacted this closure on the evening of May 7, 2025,
as a safety precaution due to the Orange River’s rising
waters… read more
RwandAir, Rwanda’s flag carrier, is tackling a temporary
setback in its widebody operations. The airline recently returned a
leased Airbus A330-200 (registration
LZ-TWO) to its owner, GullivAir, a Bulgarian airline. This aircraft,
initially brought in to bolster RwandAir’s fleet, served the airline for
a short … read more
A recent wildfire in Table Mountain National Park
(TMNP) has reshaped the tourism landscape of Cape Town,
prompting South African National Parks (SANParks)
to implement closures and safety measures. This situation presents
both challenges and opportunities for African travel agents, demanding
adaptability and a p… read more
Accra’s nightlife has taken on a
new dimension with the launch of “Accra by Night,” a unique tour
designed to showcase the city’s cultural richness and vibrant after-dark
scene. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ghana Tourism
Development Company (GTDC), aims to attract both domestic
and international… read more
Travel agents across Africa should take note: the
Airbus A350-1000 is
transforming ultra-long-haul travel, and Qatar
Airways is leading the charge. The airline’s daily
Doha to Auckland service
currently holds the record as the world’s longest
A350-1000 flight, cl… read more
Osubi Airport Soars: Runway Extension to Boost Nigeria Travel
Owerri Airport Takes Off: New Hajj Flights Boost Nigeria Travel
Fastjet & APG Team Up: Zambia-Zimbabwe Corridor Takes Off
Mauritania Launches Probe into Airline Crisis, Impacting Regional Connectivity
Air Congo’s Kinshasa-Lusaka Route: A Game Changer for Regional Connectivity
Orange River Overflows: MR118 Closure Impacts Southern Namibia Travel
RwandAir’s Fleet Shuffle: Navigating Widebody Woes, Eyeing African Expansion
Table Mountain Fires Shift Cape Town Tourism Landscape
Ghana’s Capital Launches "Accra by Night" Tour
Qatar Airways Dominates Ultra-Long-Haul with A350-1000
