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Soaring Taxes Stifle Africa's Travel Potential
West and Central Africa remain the continent's most expensive regions for air travel, according to the African Airlines Association's (AFRAA) 2024 report. Average intercontinental taxes reach a staggering \$109.49 and \$106.62 per passenger, respectively. Leading the pack in excessive taxation are … read more
Madagascar Airlines Charts Course for Growth with ATR Fleet Expansion
Madagascar Airlines is strengthening its commitment to regional aviation with the recent extension of leases on two ATR72 aircraft. This strategic move, facilitated by French aviation consultancy PROPERJET, secures the operation of these turboprops (5R-MJF and 5R-EJB) until 2028 and 2029, respectively. This deci… read more
Africa's Transport Revolution: Greener Rails & Waterways
Aero Contractors Takes Flight Again: Own-Fleet Revival Boosts Nigerian Aviation
Aero Contractors, Nigeria’s oldest active airline, has marked a significant milestone by reactivating one of its Boeing 737-500s. This event signifies the carrier’s return to operating its own aircraft after a period of over a year relying on leased capacity. For African travel agents, this signals a renewed commitment… read more
AWA Bridges Lagos & Ouagadougou
Africa World Airlines (AWA) is launching a game-changing direct flight between Lagos, Nigeria (LOS), and Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso (OUA), starting July 1st, 2025. This new route opens exciting opportunities for African travel agents to tap into growing business and tourism demand.
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Abuja Reassures Travel Agents: Business as Usual Amidst Heightened Security
Abuja, Nigeria's vibrant capital, is reinforcing its commitment to visitor safety amidst recent security advisories. The city is actively engaging with the travel trade, emphasizing its robust security measures and reassuring agents that business continues as usual. This proactive approach aims to address any concerns an… read more
Chef Gibbs Unveils Nigeria’s Culinary Tourism Vision
Nigeria is making a bold move to become a top gastronomy tourism hub in Africa. At the Second Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa in Arusha, Tanzania, renowned culinary expert Chef Gbolabo Adebakin (Chef Gibbs) presented a compelling strategy to elevate Nigeria’s food culture on the glob… read more
Air Peace's Abuja-Heathrow Triumph
Air Peace, Nigeria’s leading airline, is set to make history with the launch of direct flights from Abuja to London Heathrow starting October 26, 2025. This landmark achievement marks a new era for Nigerian aviation, offering exciting opportunities for African travel agents.
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Seychelles back on UN Tourism Executive Council
The Republic of Seychelles has secured a coveted seat on the Executive Council of the UN’s Tourism Commission for Africa (CAF) for the 2025-2029 term. This achievement underscores Seychelles’ growing influence in global tourism and its commitment to sustainable development, offering exciting prospect… read more
United Nigeria Airlines Soars with Sabre: Wider Reach for African Travel Agents
United Nigeria Airlines has partnered with Sabre, a leading travel technology provider, marking a significant leap for the airline and opening exciting new avenues for African travel agents. This collaboration grants over 50,000 travel agents in 200 countries access to United Nigeria Airlines’ fares and in… read more
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