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Chad's
ambitious private carrier, Royal Airways,
is preparing to welcome a second Embraer ERJ145XR regional
jet into its fleet, signalling a determined push to
expand its footprint across Central and West Africa. The imminent
delivery marks another important milestone for a young airline that has
qui… read more
Chad's
ambitious private carrier, Royal Airways,
is stepping up its continental growth plans with the imminent arrival of
a second Embraer ERJ145XR regional jet.
The move signals a decisive push into new markets and reflects the
airline's determination to reposition N'Djamena as a serious aviation
cr… read more
Nigeria's
aviation sector has received another significant boost, with the
Federal Government approving a landmark ₦46
billion for the full rehabilitation of both the primary
and secondary runways at the Mallam Aminu Kano
International Airport. The announcement signals a strong
commitment to modernis… read more
In
a decision that could reshape intra-African travel patterns and boost
regional tourism flows, Chad has announced that it will
abolish entry visa requirements for all African nationals from 1 January
2027. The announcement, made by President
Mahamat Idriss Déby, is being welcomed across the
contine… read more
West and Central Africa's
regional connectivity map has just gained another meaningful link, and
the news deserves close attention from every travel trade professional
watching the continent's aviation story unfold. ASKY
Airlines, the Lomé-based Pan-African carrier, has
officially added Kano to its gro… read more
Central
Africa's aviation landscape is on the verge of a historic
transformation, with Baba Ahmadou Danpullo,
Francophone Africa's richest billionaire, announcing plans to invest
approximately 500 billion CFA francs, equivalent to around 900 million
US dollars, in the creation of a brand-new airline and two privately
… read more
Cameroon
has taken a decisive step toward modernising its railway sector by
launching a search for a specialist consultant to update the country's
National Railway Master Plan. The initiative, driven by the Ministry of
Transport through the Regional Project for the Improvement
of the Performance of the Douala–N… read more
The
International Air Transport Association
has confirmed that its flagship continental gathering will return to the
Ethiopian capital at the end of April, bringing together senior
aviation leaders to chart the next phase of African air transport
development. The 2026 edition of the IATA Focus Africa
Conferen… read more
Over the past four years, the United Arab
Emirates (UAE) has rapidly established itself as a
powerhouse investor across Africa, channeling more than
USD 118 billion into a diverse array of
sectors. While mining, energy, technology, and logistics have
traditionally attracted the lion’s share of Emirati … read more
The aviation sector across Africa and the Middle East is facing
a mounting crisis as airline funds totaling \$1.2 billion
remain trapped under government controls as of the end
of October 2025. This staggering figure, released by the International
Air Transport Association (IATA), underscores the persistent challenge
o… read more
Royal Airways Bolsters Fleet with Second Embraer Jet in Bold West African Expansion Drive
Nigeria Commits ₦46 Billion to Overhaul Runways at Kano's Mallam Aminu International Airport
Chad to Open Its Borders Visa-Free to All Africans From January 2027 in Landmark Move
ASKY Airlines Opens New Kano Route, Unlocking Fresh Access to Northern Nigeria's Trade Powerhouse
Cameroon Billionaire Danpullo Stakes \$900 Million on New Airline and Two Private Airports
Cameroon Seeks Consultant to Reshape Railway Future Along Strategic Central African Corridor
IATA Focus Africa Conference Returns to Addis Ababa in April 2026
UAE’s Expanding Tourism Investments Reshape Africa’s Hospitality Landscape
