Africa

Business aviation

Nigeria’s VivaJets receives AOC - opening up new opportunities

05 June 2025

Since it started operations two years ago, Nigerian business aviation company VivaJets has come a long way with an expanded fleet and route…

Events

IATA remains committed to net zero 2050 target amid SAF fears

04 June 2025

Despite deep concerns about the availability, cost and lack of government support for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), IATA and its member airlines…

Defence

Namibia response boosted by China transports

04 June 2025

Namibia has continued its longstanding military equipment relationship with China with the delivery of a pair of Shaanxi Y-9 medium transports.

Technology

Air bp and Sonangol sign Technical Services Agreement in West Africa

04 June 2025

Air bp is growing its presence in Africa, having signed a technical services agreement with Sonangol, Angola’s state-owned company.

Route planning and tourism

Air India continues to expand global footprint with interline agreements

03 June 2025

Air India has entered interline partnerships with six major airlines from emerging markets.

Air transport

Libya in a state over new airline

02 June 2025

Will Libya gain a new national airline? The country’s government wants one, but details behind the plan are scarce.

Air transport

IATA: Trade barriers destroy wealth, sustainability efforts must speed up

02 June 2025

IATA issued a clear warning about the negative consequences of trade barriers and tariffs. Jens Flottau reports from Delhi.

Business and finance

IATA: Airline profitability strengthens in 2025 despite headwinds

02 June 2025

In its latest update on industry performance, IATA said its 2025 airline financial outlook pointed towards improved profitability from the previous…

Route planning and tourism

Ethiopian commences new services to Sharjah

02 June 2025

Ethiopian Airlines has launched a new passenger service to Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, effective June 1, 2025.

Air transport

Ethiopian boosts 2025 growth with two more A350-900s

02 June 2025

Ethiopian Airlines has acquired a pair of new Airbus A350-900s originally destined for Chinese carrier Sichuan Airlines.

Airports

Tanzania can be a springboard for Çelebi's African expansion

30 May 2025

Turkey’s first private ground handling company, Çelebi Aviation, has sealed a new partnership with Turkish Airlines to expand its global footprint.

Training

Uganda CAA and ICAO to collaborate and develop training scheme

30 May 2025

The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has signed an agreement with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to collaborate on and…

Events

AfBAA endorses Safety and Training Workshop during AERO South Africa

30 May 2025

AERO South Africa, the continent’s General Aviation trade show, has announced that the African Business Aviation Association (AfBAA) will be endorsing…

Air transport

IATA: Indian domestic growth is running at over 10%

30 May 2025

IATA has released data for April 2025 global passenger demand, and said that the development of India’s air connectivity in recent years has been…

Defence

US approves sale of Bell 412 helicopters to Zambia

28 May 2025

The US State Department has contracted helicopter manufacturer Bell Textron to supply an undisclosed number of Bell 412 enhanced performance…

Technology

SITA launches satellite service helping airports stay connected

27 May 2025

A new satellite service is helping airports and airlines stay connected as SITA launches Managed Satellites.

Air transport

Step by step, growing Boeing's Africa footprint

23 May 2025

Boeing Africa’s managing director Henok Teferra outlines how the manufacturer views the prospects for the continent’s aviation market in this…

Defence

Algeria confirms acquisition of Su-57

21 May 2025

Algeria finally confirmed on February 12 that it is the first customer of the fifth-generation Sukhoi Su-57 fighter, and that pilots are currently…

Business aviation

Gulfstream delivers 50th G700 to an undisclosed customer

21 May 2025

Gulfstream Aerospace has announced the 50th customer delivery of the Gulfstream G700 to an undisclosed customer.

Business and finance

Visa-AFRAA study provides insights for African Airlines

21 May 2025

In the highly competitive airline marketplace, the efficiency and security of payment systems are pivotal components that can significantly impact…

Business aviation

Bombardier’s Global 8000 aircraft successfully completes its inaugural

20 May 2025

Bombardier has announced that the first production Global 8000 aircraft has successfully completed its inaugural flight.

Route planning and tourism

RwandAir launches RwandAir Holidays

20 May 2025

RwandAir has launched RwandAir Holidays, an all-in-one travel and accommodation booking platform designed to transform how customers think about and…

Air transport

Uganda Airlines launches first European route and announces A320 lease plan

20 May 2025

Uganda Airlines kicked off the launch of services between Entebbe and London Gatwick on 18 May, the flag carrier’s first foray into Europe.

General aviation

Care via air: How drones save lives

19 May 2025

In the wake of the drone revolution, major drone companies, including 100 per cent African ones, are not only reinforcing but rethinking the use of…

Business aviation

UAS celebrates 25 Years as global trip support provider

19 May 2025

UAS International Trip Support (UAS) is celebrating its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of delivering global aviation solutions.

Manufacturing

Ethiopian signs agreements with GE Aerospace to power wide-body aircraft

19 May 2025

Ethiopian Airlines Group and GE Aerospace have signed an agreement confirming Ethiopian’s choice of the GEnx Engine to power 11 new Boeing 787s.

Events

Africa Airforce Forum to address security challenges across Africa

19 May 2025

The Inaugural African Airforce Forum will be hosted by the Senegal Air Force at the King Fahd Palace Dakar in Senegal from 26 to 27 October 2022.

Air transport

SA's air pressure...

16 May 2025

South African airlines and the country’s air traffic service have been making headlines, but not always for the right reasons.

Air transport

RwandAir expands A330 fleet to reinforce strong London route

15 May 2025

RwandAir is adding a fourth Airbus A330 to its widebody fleet this summer to give it greater operational resilience on its European routes. Mark…

Business and finance

Qatar-Rwanda airline tie-up to be finalised shortly

15 May 2025

Senior executives from RwandAir and its holding company Aviation Travel and Logistics (ATL) say the long-touted deal for Qatar to take a 49% stake in…

Air transport

IATA launches 10-year Global Baggage Roadmap

14 May 2025

IATA launched a 10-year Global Baggage Roadmap to modernise baggage operations during the IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) which opened in…

Defence

Egypt’s Chinese J-10CEs threaten F-16s future

14 May 2025

Just when you think the Egyptian Air Force fighter force could not get any more diverse, it has reportedly taken delivery of its first Chinese Chengdu…