Travel news DRC
Please remember to register on this website, so we can send you your dose of travel news customized as per your requirements.
The
prolonged grounding of Congo Airways is
sending shockwaves through Central Africa’s aviation sector, with the
airline now facing mounting financial distress, governance scandals, and
an uncertain future. As the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC)
flagship carrier remains inactive for over seven months, the ripple … read more
The unfolding legal dispute
between Air Zimbabwe and Jetex (Pvt) Ltd
has cast a spotlight on the operational and financial vulnerabilities
that African airlines can face when navigating complex regional
environments. The case, which involves a claim of USD
210,000 in costs incurred during the stranding… read more
Ituri
Airlines of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has
made a strategic move to bolster its regional operations by acquiring
its very first Fokker 50 aircraft. This
milestone marks a new chapter for the carrier, signaling both expansion
and modernization as it seeks to strengthen its position wit… read more
Dakota
Aviation, headquartered in Kinshasa, is making notable
strides in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) aviation sector by
expanding its fleet with a second Embraer
EMB-120 aircraft. This significant development aims to
enhance the carrier’s domestic operations, tapping into the growing
dem… read more
After
a prolonged pause in operations, Congo
Airways is gearing up for a return that will be closely
watched by aviation professionals across sub-Saharan Africa. The
airline, which halted activities in April, is preparing a strategic
comeback anchored by the acquisition of an Embraer
E190—a move that… read more
The
recent groundbreaking of the Uvinza-Musongati standard
gauge railway marks a transformative moment for East
Africa’s transport landscape. On August 16, a high-profile ceremony in
Burundi’s Burunga province brought together President Évariste
Ndayishimiye of Burundi and Tanzanian Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa,
un… read more
After a challenging hiatus
exceeding two years, the Congolese private airline Mwant
Jet is preparing to soar back into the skies. The carrier
successfully reclaimed its Air Operator Certificate
(AOC) in May 2025, a critical regulatory milestone that
paves the way for the resumption of its commercial fl… read more
Nigeria's
passport has seen a notable boost in the latest
Henley Passport Index, rising to 88th
place globally. This positive shift reflects an ongoing upward
trend since 2021, when it held the 103rd spot. While this improvement
offers some optimism, African travel agents should be
aware of the persistent… read more
Kinshasa
is resonating with the rhythm of the inaugural World
Music and Tourism Festival, a groundbreaking event held
under the patronage of President Félix Tshisekedi and
in partnership with the UN Tourism. This
landmark festival, themed “The Rumba Route for
Peace,” pr… read more
The
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is
embarking on a transformative \$500 million
modernization of Kinshasa-N’djili International
Airport. This ambitious project, spearheaded by US firm
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) and
INFRAROSE, is set … read more
Congo Airways’ Prolonged Grounding Signals Major Shift in Central Africa’s Air Connectivity
Air Zimbabwe Faces Legal Battle Over DRC Stranding: Lessons for African Aviation Risk Management
Ituri Airlines Expands Regional Reach with Addition of First Fokker 50 Turboprop
Dakota Aviation Enhances DRC Domestic Reach with Second EMB120 from Kenya
New Tanzania-Burundi Railway Promises Faster Cargo, Cheaper Logistics, and Regional Growth
Mwant Jet Set to Revive Domestic Flights, Boosting DRC’s Air Connectivity After Two-Year Hiatus
Nigeria’s Passport Strengthens, but Regional Disparities Remain
DRC’s Rumba Route
