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Ceiba Intercontinental Launches Gradual Reboot with Leased CRJ200
Equatorial Guinea’s national carrier, Ceiba Intercontinental, is charting a cautious path toward recovery by adding a Bombardier CRJ200 to its fleet. This move comes via an ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) arrangement with Kenya’s Dragonfly Aviation Limited, which itself lease… read more
Turkish Airlines Expands African Network with Misrata Relaunch and New Destinations on Horizon
Turkish Airlines has officially resumed flights to Misrata, marking its third destination in Libya after Tripoli and Benghazi. This strategic move comes a decade after the national flag carrier suspended its Misrata operations in January 2015, and it underscores the airline’s commitment to strengthen… read more
Turkish Airlines Eyes Bissau Expansion, Boosting West Africa’s Global Air Links
Turkish Airlines is poised to further strengthen its presence in West Africa with plans to introduce scheduled flights to Bissau, the capital of Guinea-Bissau. This strategic move, recently approved by the airline’s board of directors, signals a continued commitment to expanding connectivity across t… read more
Exploring Africa’s Premier National Parks: Unique Safari Experiences from Ghana to Kenya
Across Africa’s vast landscapes, national parks serve as both guardians of biodiversity and gateways to transformative adventure. These protected areas are not just sanctuaries for wildlife—they are living classrooms, cultural crossroads, and economic engines for local communities. For Africa’s travel sector, understanding the distinct… read more
Liberia’s Tourism Revival: New Authority Sparks Hope Amid Infrastructure and Investment Challenges
On a warm afternoon in Voka Mission, near Paynesville, Liberia’s newly appointed presidential envoy for tourism, Chris Onanuga, shares a moment with local youth playing football and enjoying the shade of sprawling trees. To many, it’s a simple scene of community leisure, but for Onanuga, it symbolizes a profound shift: Liberia is ready… read more
Emirates Targets Gabon: Game-Changing Route Could Transform Central African Aviation
The Dubai-based Emirates Airlines is actively pursuing a groundbreaking new route to Libreville, following strategic discussions with Gabon's National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) on August 7. This potential service would position the Gulf carrier as the first airline to provide direct connectivity between Ga… read more
Air Guinée's Revival: Gewan Deal Promises New Routes Amidst Rival Claims
The West African aviation landscape is set for a significant shake-up as Guinea moves to resurrect its national airline, Air Guinée, more than two decades after its liquidation. A landmark memorandum of understanding has been signed between the Guinean government and Gewan Holding, an Abu Dhabi-based… read more
Sierra Leone’s Gola-Tiwai Complex: A New Jewel for Ecotourism
Sierra Leone’s Gola-Tiwai Complex has officially earned its place on the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List. This landmark achievement not only recognizes the site’s extraordinary biodiversity but also opens up exciting new avenues for ecotourism in the region, offering travel ag… read more
Guinea Poised for Airport Infrastructure Boom: SOGEAG-SA to Spearhead Modernization
Guinea is embarking on a significant overhaul of its airport management system, promising exciting new opportunities for the African travel trade. A presidential decree has transformed the former SOGEAC, which managed only Conakry International Airport, into the nationwide SOGEAG-SA. This new public entit… read more
National Airlines: Navigating the Skies of African Aviation
Air travel is essential for Africa's economic advancement, facilitating trade, tourism, and regional integration. Yet, a number of African countries lack a functional national airline, impacting connectivity and economic prospects. This analysis delves into the challenges and opportunities presented … read more
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