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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched “a pilot of its Billing & Settlement Plan (BSP) in Somalia, paving the way for a full launch of the service at the end of May 2026.” According to IATA, “the launch of the BSP supports the Somali government’s ambition to grow its aviation sector and expand global connectivity. With a global …
Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, CON, has highlighted safety, seamless connectivity and operational efficiency as the three critical pillars for aviation growth in Africa. Speaking at the ongoing IATA Focus Africa Conference in Addis Ababa, themed “Elevating Aviation Safety, Connectivity, and Operational Efficiency in Africa.”, the Minister said “Africa’s population of 1.4 billion is …
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has recognised Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN, CON as one of Africa’s top four most prominent aviators. A statement by the Special Adviser to the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Ms. Janet Oputa said, the announcement was made during a special session at the ongoing IATA …
African Airlines Record 19.2% Increase In March 2026 Passenger Demand The International Air Transport Association (IATA) data for March 2026 for global air cargo markets shows that “African airlines saw a 7.0% year-on-year increase in demand for air cargo in March, the strongest rise of all regions. Capacity decreased by 4.6% year-on-year.” It can be recalled that in February 2026, …
Ethiopian Airlines (ET) and digital payments company Visa have signed “an agreement to support the rollout and growth of Visa co‑branded payment products.” ET says, “the agreement reinforces a long‑standing collaboration between Visa and Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest and most respected airline groups, and is designed to enhance the payment experience for travelers while supporting the airline’s growth ambitions.” According …
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has urged “the Government of Ethiopia to continue prioritizing aviation to sustain the country’s strong demand outlook for air travel. With Ethiopia’s passenger numbers expected to triple over the next 20 years, continued investment in infrastructure, people, and sustainability will be critical to further expanding aviation’s contribution to Ethiopia’s long‑term economic growth.” According to …
Madagascar Airlines has unveiled its new Business Lounge and the Madagascar Airlines Agency at the inauguration of the new National Terminal of Ivato Airport. On the sidelines of the inauguration of the new National Terminal of Ivato Airport supported by Ravinala Airports, Madagascar Airlines commissioned “several infrastructures intended to significantly improve the journey of its passengers. As the main domestic …
Air Seychelles has enhanced its schedule for the upcoming summer months. The airline says it will resume flying to the core network destinations of Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv. According to Air Seychelles, the Abu Dhabi flights will be operated four days per week on from 1 May while the route will return to daily from 15 June. For Tel …
TAAG Angola Airlines has been recognised amongst “a select group of airlines shortlisted in the “Best Lounge in Africa” category, in an international assessment announced during the Aviation Week Africa 2026 Awards, held in the city of Windhoek, Namibia.” According to TAAG Angola, “the jury ultimately selected the excellence of the Imbondeiro Lounge, located at Dr. António Agostinho Neto International …
The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have committed to identifying concrete opportunities for joint action to accelerate the development of air transport across Africa. According to ICAO, this commitment was the key outcome of a meeting between ICAO Council President, Toshiyuki Onuma, Secretary General, Juan Carlos Salazar, and AfDB President, Dr. Sidi Ould Tah …
