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Dakota
Aviation has bolstered its operational capacity with the
delivery of a third EMB-120 turboprop
aircraft, signalling continued investment in domestic air
connectivity across the Democratic Republic of
Congo. For travel professionals operating in Central
Africa, this fleet expan… read more
Amazone
Airlines has officially commenced commercial operations,
signalling a historic milestone for the Republic of Benin and the
broader West African aviation landscape. The carrier's inaugural flight
connected the economic capital Cotonou with the northern
city of Parakou on 23 March 2026, effective… read more
Zambia's
strategic location at the heart of Southern Africa has
long suggested enormous potential for the landlocked nation to serve as a
critical connector between regional economies. Recent infrastructure
investments and ongoing rehabilitation projects indicate that this
potential is now being actively pursued, with … read more
German
cruise operator TUI Cruises has announced a
significant expansion of its presence in Southern African waters, with
plans to deploy one of its vessels for an entire winter season in the
region. This move represents a meaningful vote of confidence in the
continent's growing appeal as a cruise destination and creat… read more
A
government-commissioned investigation in the Democratic
Republic of Congo has raised serious concerns about the
management of national carrier Congo Airways, with findings pointing to
questionable aircraft leasing arrangements totalling millions of
dollars. The probe's revelations have intensified scrutiny of the
s… read more
The
Democratic Republic of Congo's national carrier is actively pursuing
new narrowbody aircraft as it prepares to
dramatically expand its footprint across the African continent and
beyond. Air Congo has identified the Boeing
B737-8 as a leading candidate to address its urgent
capacity requirements, … read more
Air access study, a visa harmonisation pilot and cross-border product development advance the SADC Tourism Programme 2020–2030’s ambition to exceed global tourism growth by 2030
As Angola took centre stage as the Official Host Country of ITB Berlin 2026, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat convened a stakeholder gath… read more
Zambia
and Botswana have taken a historic step in regional
integration with the official launch of the Kazungula
Bridge Authority, establishing joint governance over one of Southern
Africa's most strategically important border crossings.
Presidents Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia and Duma Gideon Boko of
Botswana preside… read more
The
Democratic Republic of Congo is pressing
forward with ambitious plans to elevate the airport at Kolwezi to full
international status, a move that would establish the facility as the
nation's fourth recognised point of entry for overseas arrivals. Senior
government officials recently convened in Kinshasa to assess
… read more
The
Democratic Republic of Congo's national carrier has announced an
ambitious network expansion connecting Kinshasa with five
major African cities, demonstrating remarkable momentum for an airline
that commenced operations only in late 2024. Air Congo will launch
services to Johannesburg, Entebbe, Douala, Cotonou, and… read more
Dakota Aviation Strengthens DRC Operations With Third Turboprop Aircraft
Amazone Airlines Takes Flight: Benin's Aviation Sector Enters a New Era
Zambia's Transport Upgrades Position Country as Southern Africa's Emerging Logistics Hub
TUI Cruises Commits to Full Winter Season in Southern Africa for First Time
DRC Government Investigation Questions Congo Airways Management Over Lease Deals
DRC Advances Plans to Transform Kolwezi Airport Into Fourth International Gateway
