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A fresh wave of tension is sweeping through Nigeria's aviation sector as the Association of Ground Handling Companies of Nigeria (AGHAN) has instructed its members to issue seven-day suspension notices to two major domestic airlines over prolonged unpaid debts. The outstanding obligations of these two carriers collectively accou… read more
Royal Airways, Chad's private airline, has taken a decisive step forward in its ambitious growth journey with the induction of its first Airbus-family ATR 72-500 turboprop. The aircraft, registered TT-ROD, touched down in N'Djamena on Saturday, 6 September 2026, following a stop in Johannesburg where it received a full repaint i… read more
Nigerian carrier Air Peace has strengthened its operational muscle with the delivery of a third Airbus A320-200 under an ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance) arrangement with Lithuania-based Avion Express. The development, revealed through recent industry research, marks a significant milestone in th… read more
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has wrapped up an intensive ten-day technical assistance mission designed to embed lasting structural reforms into the country's Instrument Flight Procedure design and flight validation ecosystem. The exercise marks a significant step forward in Nigeria's broader push to align its airs… read more
Nigeria's aviation landscape is preparing for another exciting addition, with the Sokoto State-backed Caliphate Air officially completing its launch fleet ahead of its highly anticipated commercial debut. The carrier recently welcomed the arrival of its third Embraer ERJ145, touching down just days after its big… read more
The Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) has gathered local trade partners and its overseas market representatives at Eden Bleu for its annual Marketing Meeting, using the platform to review the destination's 2026 performance, weigh up global challenges and opportunities, and set out a clear strategic direction for 2027 and beyond. Th… read more
The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, has firmly rejected suggestions that the agency was responsible for Uber's recent decision to withdraw its ride-hailing operations from Nigeria. Speaking publicly on the matter, Kuku stressed that FAAN's actions at the country's airport… read more
West African aviation is preparing for another notable connectivity boost. Air Sierra Leone, the virtual flag carrier operated by Nigeria's XEJet Limited, is in advanced discussions with Corendon Dutch Airlines to charter a Boeing 737-9 aircraft, with the goal of resuming its hi… read more
Ethiopian Airlines has unveiled a significant expansion of its Nigerian operations, adding new frequencies on its Lagos and Kano services while introducing four weekly flights to Port Harcourt. The move strengthens air connectivity between Nigeria and the airline's expansive global network, and pushes the carrier's total operations in the West A… read more
Ghana's tourism industry has taken a bold step into the future. The Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA) has partnered with Africon, an AI education and consultancy services provider, to strengthen the digital capabilities of tour operators through a targeted one-day capacity-building programme. Focused on the… read more
Nigerian Ground Handlers Issue Seven-Day Ultimatum to Two Major Airlines Over Unpaid Debts
Royal Airways Chad Welcomes First ATR 72-500 To Revive Domestic Network And Expand Regionally
Air Peace Boosts African Network Capacity with Third A320 Under Avion Express ACMI Deal
NCAA Cements Airspace Safety Reforms With Landmark Flight Procedure Design Mission
Caliphate Air Completes Launch Fleet as Sokoto-Backed Carrier Targets Q4 2026 Take-Off
Seychelles Charts Bold 2027 Tourism Roadmap as Russia, China and Africa Drive Recovery
FAAN Rejects Blame for Uber's Nigeria Exit, Cites Passenger Safety as Core Mandate
Air Sierra Leone eyes London Gatwick relaunch with Corendon-leased Boeing 737-9 charter
Ethiopian Airlines Boosts Nigeria to 53 Weekly Flights and Launches New Port Harcourt Route
TOUGHA partners Africon to equip tour operators with AI marketing skills
