Etihad Relaunches Nairobi Service

The resumption of this service comes after Etihad Airways dropped Nairobi from its route network in 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Landlocked Lesotho Now Without Air Service

Lesotho will be without scheduled air service until its primary airport in Maseru restores emergency services to acceptable standards.

Africa’s First A350-1000 Delivered to Ethiopian

Ethiopia’s flag carrier has taken delivery of the first of four Airbus A350-1000s from Airbus in Toulouse, France this week.

Lufthansa Introduces Allegris Seating on Cape Town Route

Lufthansa has introduced its upgraded Allegris cabin product on its services to Cape Town, becoming the first African destination to receive the new offering. 

Air Seychelles to Add Seasonal Services

In preparation for increased visitor numbers, the airline will add frequencies on several routes in its compact route network.

South African Airways Expands Route Network

Heading into the holiday season, South African added more flights to its network, catering to the larger numbers of passengers who travel during that time.

Air Asia Exploring Two South African Routes

Asia’s largest low-cost carrier Air Asia is considering introducing flights to Johannesburg and Cape Town in South Africa.

Qantas Deploys A380 on Africa Route

On September 30, the Australian airline operated its inaugural Airbus A380 superjumbo flight between Sydney and Johannesburg.

South African Boosts Australia Capacity

South African Airways will offer five weekly flights between Johannesburg and Perth, Australia from January of next year.

Airbus to Establish Johannesburg Customer Support Center

Airbus will set up a customer support center for its African customers. It will be located in Johannesburg, South Africa.