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Kenya’s vibrant tourism sector is basking in global attention
as American social media phenomenon
iShowSpeed continues his headline-making
visit, set to culminate with an adventure in the legendary
Maasai Mara. The whirlwind tour has been
lauded by Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano, who no… read more
Etihad Airways is set to make history as the first Middle
Eastern carrier to operate flights to
Luxembourg, with services commencing on 29
October 2026. This new route will also establish Etihad as the
only airline offering direct non-stop flights between
Luxembourg and Abu Dhabi, enhancing connectivit… read more
South
Africa’s Airlink has taken a decisive step
to reinforce its operational resilience by acquiring two
Embraer E190 aircraft from specialist
lessor TrueNoord, with the transfer finalized in December 2025. This
strategic move is designed to address ongoing global
supply chain disruptions… read more
Qatar Airways has redefined the passenger connectivity
experience in global aviation by becoming the first
airline worldwide to equip the Boeing 787-8 with Starlink
Wi-Fi. This achievement comes on the heels of the
carrier’s record-breaking rollout of Starlink across its entire Airbus
A350 fleet, completed within just … read more
The
December 2024 Christmas travel season
brought Nigeria’s aviation sector into sharp focus, revealing a
landscape marked by both persistent challenges and emerging
opportunities. As festive demand surged across the continent, Nigeria’s
airlines and airports struggled to keep pace with the momentum seen in
other sub… read more
The arrival of a freshly acquired Airbus
A320-200 at Johannesburg on January 13, 2026 marks
another significant step in South African Airways’ (SAA)
ongoing fleet renewal strategy. This latest addition,
sourced from the established pool of pre-owned aircraft, demonstrates
the airline’s pragmatic approa… read more
The
reintroduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) on airline
tickets, aircraft, and spares in Nigeria has reignited
debate over the country’s aviation tax policy, with local carriers
warning that the mounting fiscal burden is pushing the sector toward a
breaking point. Despite recent progress under the Minister of Aviation
… read more
A fresh perspective on luxury is
emerging from Africa’s vibrant travel industry, where the definition of
exclusivity goes far beyond conventional markers such as thread count or
staff-to-guest ratios. This distinctive approach to luxury was
emphasized by industry expert Carstens, who underscored Africa’s unique
ability to redefine what… read more
Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2), operated by
Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited,
closed out the year with a standout performance, demonstrating
remarkable operational resilience during one of the busiest travel
periods on Nigeria’s aviation calendar. Despite the annual surge in
passenger traffic that de… read more
The Cape Town market is set for a major upgrade as
Emirates introduces its state-of-the-art
A350 aircraft on a new third daily service
between Dubai and Cape Town, effective 1 July 2026. This strategic move
marks the first time Emirates’ latest aircraft type will serve the South
African city, bringing … read more