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Important
update for African travel agents: Brussels Airlines is set to
resume flights to Kinshasa on January 31st, following a
temporary suspension due to escalating violence in the Democratic Republic of
Congo (DRC). This is welcome news for travelers between Africa and Europe, and
particu… read more
Brussels
Airlines has
temporarily suspended flights to and from Kinshasa, impacting
travel plans for passengers heading to and from the Democratic Republic of
Congo.Specifically, flight numbers SN 357 and SN 358 were
cancelled, affecting both the outbound fligh… read more
The resurgence of South African Airways (SAA)
is taking off again, with the airline hitting a significant milestone
by growing its fleet to 20 aircraft. This leap marks a strong rebound
from just three years ago, when the carrier emerged from business rescue
operating only six planes. Today, SAA’s expanded network sets t… read more
Africa’s travel stakeholders are turning their attention to the Lobito Corridor
as Zambia’s Minister of Transport and Logistics, Hon. Museba Frank
Tayali, reveals its ambitious roadmap to strengthen regional trade and
transform transport links across Zambia, Angola, and the Democratic
Republic of Congo. During the Second… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines, recognized as Africa's largest aviation group and a
prestigious SKYTRAX certified Four Star Global Airline, is thrilled to
announce its collaboration with the Government of the Democratic
Republic of the Congo (DRC) to establish a new airline, Air Congo. Under
this partnership, the DRC government will hold a … read more
Brussels
Airlines has unveiled its long-haul flight schedule for summer 2025,
showcasing a remarkable increase in capacity to sub-Saharan Africa. This
Belgian airline will operate an impressive 56 weekly flights to the region, reflecting a 10% increase compared to the previous summer season in 2024.… read more
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially launched its new national airline, Air Congo, which celebrated its inaugural flight on December 1, 2024.
This initiative, resulting from a public-private partnership with Ethiopian Airlines, marks a significant advancem… read more
Brussels Airlines is set to elevate its summer 2025 network by increasing flights to Banjul, The Gambia, starting in June 2025. This expansion forms part of a 10% capacity boost to sub-Saharan Africa, reinforcing the airline’s position as a vital link between Europe and the region.
With 56 weekly f… read more
The Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) has announced a temporary halt to passenger train services between Dar es Salaam and Mbeya, including the Kilimanjaro Ordinary Train and the Udzungwa train, effective November 29, 2024.
This decis… read more
Lobito
Atlantic Railway (LAR), a key operator along the strategic Lobito
Railway Corridor, has received its first delivery of 275 new container
wagons from South African manufacturer Galison Manufacturing. This
delivery marks a significant milestone in LAR's ambitious three-year
expansion and modernization plan, aimed at enhancing tran… read more
Brussels Airlines Resumes Kinshasa Flights with Enhanced Safety Measures
SAA Soars with 20 Aircraft: More African Routes & Greater Seat Capacity
Zambia’s Minister Backs Lobito Corridor for Greater Trade, Travel, and Investment
Launch of Air Congo
Air Congo Takes Flight: DRC Launches New National Airline
TAZARA Temporarily Suspends Passenger Train Services in Tanzania
