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TAAG
Angola Airlines is set to reinstate direct flights between
Luanda and Praia after a nine-year hiatus, marking a
significant development for African travel. This
move, announced at the ICAO/UNWTO Ministerial
Conference in Luanda, positions Cape Verde
as a strategic hub connecting Africa w… read more
RwandAir
has significantly enhanced its capacity and reach with the addition of a
Boeing 737-800 to its fleet. This
12-year-old aircraft, formerly operated by Malaysia
Airlines, arrived on July 23rd, marking a key step in
RwandAir’s ambitious growth strategy. A second
737-800… read more
A groundbreaking interline
partnership between Kenya Airways and
WestJet has taken flight, promising exciting new
opportunities for African travel agents.
This collaboration, launched on July 24,
2025, bridges the gap between Africa and
North America, offering seamle… read more
Fly
Gabon has marked a significant milestone with the arrival of
its first Airbus A320, a move poised to
reshape travel within Gabon and across Africa. This
acquisition signals the airline's ambitious growth strategy, opening
exciting new opportunities for travel agents across the
continent.
The … read more
Africa
World Airlines (AWA), a prominent Ghanaian carrier, has taken
a significant step towards enhancing aviation safety by signing the
IATA Safety Leadership Charter. This move is set to
resonate positively with African travel agents,
reinforcing confidence in the airline's commitment to passenger safety
and op… read more
Fastjet
Zimbabwe has launched a new domestic route connecting
Bulawayo and Victoria Falls, expanding travel options
within Zimbabwe. Commencing August 8,
2025, the service operates four times a
week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. This
strategic move enhances connectivity between two o… read more
Air
Peace, Nigeria’s flagship carrier, has reinforced its
commitment to the Embraer E195-E2,
converting three existing E175 orders into
the larger E2 model. This strategic decision brings Air Peace’s total
E195-E2 orders to 16, with five already
delivered and operational. The… read more
Cally
Air, the Cross River State-owned Nigerian
airline, has significantly enhanced its fleet with the
addition of a Bombardier CRJ1000. This
acquisition marks a major milestone for the airline and for
African aviation, as it reintroduces the
CRJ1000 to the continent. The air… read more
Namibia’s
tourism sector is experiencing a remarkable upswing, fueled by the
newly implemented visa-on-arrival program. In June alone, the
streamlined entry process welcomed 115,875 visitors, injecting a
substantial N\$171 million into the local economy. This initiative,
launched on April 1st, underscores the government's commitment t… read more
The
Global Business Travel Association’s 2025
Convention recently concluded in Denver, offering
valuable insights for African travel professionals. The event drew
5,375 attendees from 52 countries,
emphasizing the global nature of business travel and its increasing
importance for the African market.… read more
TAAG Relaunches Luanda-Praia Route, Linking Africa with Europe & Americas
RwandAir’s Fleet Expansion Boosts Africa Connectivity
Kenya Airways & WestJet Partnership
Fly Gabon Soars with New Airbus A320
AWA Joins IATA Safety Charter: Boosting Confidence
Fastjet Zimbabwe Links Bulawayo and Victoria Falls, Strengthening Domestic Tourism
Air Peace Ups E195-E2 Order
Cally Air’s CRJ1000 Boosts Regional Connectivity in Nigeria
Namibia's Visa-on-Arrival Fuels Tourism Boom
GBTA 2025: Business Travel’s Impact on Africa
