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South African Airways Resumes Direct Flights Between Johannesburg and São Paulo

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Wed, 08 Nov 2023 09:54:18 +0000

After an almost four-year hiatus, South African Airways (SAA) has reintroduced its flights connecting Johannesburg and São Paulo. The reinstatement of this route signifies a pivotal moment for the airline, reestablishing crucial international connectivity between South Africa and Brazil. As of Monday 6, the airline resumed operations on the Johannesburg-São Paulo route, utilizing the Airbus [...]

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African Destinations enter Growth Phase in Q4 2024

admin — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 02:11:47 +0000

ForwardKeys analysis shows African destinations entering a growth phase in the last quarter of 2023, with Cameroon (+27% international arrivals compared with 2019), Rwanda (+15%), Tanzania (+15%) and Namibia (+10%) leading the way and boasting double-digit growth. “Most destinations are expected to switch to growth mode during the last quarter of the year, although there [...]

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Air Algerie Reschedules Algiers – London Gatwick Service Launch to December 2023

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 16:26:14 +0000

Air Algerie has rescheduled plans for its upcoming Algiers – London Gatwick service. Originally set to commence in November 2023, the airline has adjusted the launch date to December 2, 2023, tentatively, as observed by Aeroroutes. Revised Flight Schedule The two weekly flights, initially planned to begin on November 11, 2023, have been postponed to [...]

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Egypt Unveils Plans to Engage Private Sector in Airport Management

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:41:50 +0000

Egypt’s Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly recently unveiled the government’s strategic vision to allow the private sector to take the reins in managing and operating the country’s airports. During the Trans MEA event in Cairo, Madbouly articulated the government’s intention to forge partnerships with the private sector, indicating a significant shift in Egypt’s transportation sector. This [...]

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Etihad Airways to Reconnect Abu Dhabi and Nairobi in 2024

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 13:38:27 +0000

Etihad Airways is set to re-establish its flights to East Africa with the commencement of a daily service from Abu Dhabi to Nairobi. This renewed connection is scheduled to begin on May 1, 2024, marking a significant return to facilitating travel between these two prominent cities. The non-stop route promises to link the vibrant hub [...]

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Swissport Joins Forces with IATA in “Focus Africa” Initiative for Aviation Growth

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 16:41:59 +0000

Swissport International, a global leader in cargo handling, has thrown its weight behind the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) groundbreaking “Focus Africa” initiative. This move is set to reshape and invigorate the aviation landscape on the African continent. As a prominent participant in the IATA “Focus Africa” initiative, Swissport is on a mission to enhance [...]

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Royal Air Maroc Launches International Campaign to Celebrate Its African Identity

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 16:37:35 +0000

Royal Air Maroc (RAM), one of Africa’s foremost airlines, is embarking on a journey of rebranding and reinvigoration with the launch of an international communication campaign and a new institutional signature: #DreamAfrica #MeetMorocco. At the heart of this strategic endeavor is a commitment to solidify Royal Air Maroc’s achievements in African skies and on the [...]

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TAAG Angola Airlines Delays Accra Service Resumption

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 14:54:07 +0000

TAAG Angola Airlines has rescheduled the resumption of its Luanda to Accra service. Originally set for a September 2023 comeback, the airline now aims to launch this crucial route on January 17, 2024, as observed by Aeroroutes. The story began with great optimism when TAAG’s maiden flight touched down at Kotoka International Airport in Accra [...]

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Ethiopian Airlines Regains Title as ‘Africa’s Leading Airline’ at the 2023 World Travel Awards

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 05:10:45 +0000

Ethiopian Airlines soared back to the top of the African aviation scene as they reclaimed the prestigious title of ‘Africa’s Leading Airline’ at the 2023 World Travel Awards, which took place in Dubai for Africa and the Indian Ocean regions. In a stunning comeback, Africa’s largest airline managed to regain the title it had held [...]

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AFRAA’s Secretary General, Discusses African Aviation Recovery, Blocked Funds, and Priorities for Transformation

Victor Shalton Odhiambo — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:55:26 +0000

The African aviation landscape has witnessed a remarkable journey of recovery and transformation in recent years. As the world grappled with the challenges imposed by the global pandemic, the African continent’s aviation industry has faced its own unique set of obstacles. In this dynamic and evolving environment, we explore insights gleaned from an exclusive interview [...]

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