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Pushing The Transformation Agenda At ATNS
Q: Can you give us a brief overview on ATNS? A: The Air Traffic Navigation Services (ATNS) was established in 1993 as a state-owned company under the Ministry of Transport and its mandate is to provide solutions in terms of air traffic management as well as navigation infrastructure and services, to keep the South African airspace safe. Our mandate also …
African Governments Should Invest In STEM Education
Mr. Chamsou Andjorin, Coordinator of AAIG (African Aviation Industry Group) in this interview with Aviation & Allied Business discussed the need for government to invest in STEM education, SAATM, SAF, safety amongst other topics in the African aviation industry. Q: In your opinion, what do you think Africa needs to do to implement SAATM? A: First of all, thank you …
African Airlines Need To Work On Their Cost Structure
Aviation & Allied Business Journal had an exclusive discussion with Mr. Esayas W. Hailu, CEO, ASKY Airlines in Abuja, Nigeria. He discusses major issues in the African aviation including funding, manpower and charges amongst others. Q: Congratulations on your recognition by AFCAC for being the airline with the most 5th Freedom Routes in Africa. In terms of motivation to open …
Africa Will Be Among The Fastest Growing Regions Over The Next 20 Years
Boeing has predicted that the African air transport industry will require over 1,025 aircraft in the next 20 years. According to Boeing, 90% of these new orders will be required for expansion due to market growth. Equally, Boeing projects the manpower requirement for Africa for the period at 69,000 pilots, mechanics and other professionals. In this exclusive interview with Aviation …
We Support SAATM To Improve Connectivity In Africa
ACI Africa is at the heart of driving innovative leadership for the African airport sector. The airport sector in Africa is witnessing huge investments in infrastructure, digital innovations brought on by COVID 19 are catching on, there is a renewed focus on safety and, importantly, the sector aims to be in sync with the rest of industry in promoting environmental …
Drones Are Making The Difference In Africa
Astral Aerial Solutions is a UAV technology company that provides drone solutions in various sectors and industries. In this exclusive interview with Aviation & Allied Business, Mr. Kush Gadhia, Chief Executive Officer, Astral Aeriel Solutions discussed drone technology, advantages, evolution, regulations, challenges and its uses in aviation and other sectors. Q: Your parent company Astral Aviation is engaged in …
Lam Mozambique Airlines Primed For Future Growth And Opportunities
Eng. Joao Carlos Po Jorge, General Director (CEO) of LAM Mozambique Airlines is a veteran of the air industry in Africa. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Executive Committee of African Airlines Association, AFRAA. He spoke with Aviation & Allied Business Journal on the sidelines of the 54th AFRAA AGA in Dakar, Senegal. Q: How has LAM Mozambique …
SAATM PIP: Adefunke Adeyemi Sets Africa On The Path Of Air Transport Revolution
Africa is at the threshold of air transport revolution. Adefunke Adeyemi, the Secretary General of the African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC), is a key force driving this change, as AFCAC, the Executing Agency of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM), is leading a new ambitious campaign to accelerate air interconnectivity within Africa starting with 19 SAATM-ready States. In this …
Rebuilding Confidence In Intra-Africa Tourism – Alain St. Ange
Alain St.Ange here discusses how Africa can take the lead in tourism and make its huge tourism potential work for the continent. As recovery in aviation and economic activities return, Africa must explore ways of making tourism even more attractive. Q: You were the successful tourism minister of the Seychelles who turned tourism around to reach new heights. What …