The African aviation industry is facing a critical challenge in its pursuit of sustainability: the affordability of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). During a dynamic panel discussion at the recent AviaDev Africa event in Nairobi, industry leaders highlighted the hurdles faced by African airlines in adopting SAF. The consensus among the panelists was that, while environmental […]
The Paris Air Show 2023 kicked off with exciting developments from African airlines. Air Mauritius announced the purchase of three additional Airbus A350-900 aircraft, bolstering its long-haul fleet for expanded operations in Europe and South Asia. Meanwhile, TAAG Angola Airlines entered into a lease agreement with Aviation Capital Group for four Airbus A220-300 aircraft, a […]
Emirates and Kenya Airways have joined forces in an interline partnership, unveiling a collaboration that will provide customers of both airlines with enhanced travel opportunities across their combined networks. The agreement not only offers connectivity between Africa and the Middle East but also ensures a straightforward baggage check-in process throughout the journey. Under this partnership, […]
Air Tanzania — the state-owned airline of Tanzania — received its first dedicated cargo aircraft, the Boeing 767-300 Freighter. The delivery marks a significant milestone for both Air Tanzania and Boeing, as it is the first direct delivery of a 767 Freighter to an African carrier. The introduction of the Boeing 767F will enable Air […]
Recently, British Airways announced an expansion of its services to Accra, Ghana, citing improved route performance metrics. The airline will increase its flights from the current daily nonstop service to 10 weekly flights, effective from the IATA’s Winter 2023 season. This expansion includes the addition of three flights operating from London’s Gatwick Airport, utilizing a […]
ASKY Airlines, the Pan-African carrier based in Togo, has announced its latest development in expanding its fleet through a lease partnership with AerCap, the world’s largest aircraft leasing company. ASKY Airlines, which provides intra-African connectivity, is set to lease two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from AerCap. These aircraft will be the first MAX models […]
South African Airways (SAA) has been in the midst of a semi-privatization process, with the Takatso consortium poised to acquire a majority stake. However, the Competition Commission has recommended that two companies, Syranix and Global Aviation, who co-own low-cost airline LIFT, leave the consortium before it acquires SAA. The commission stated that their presence in […]
Europe’s Lufthansa Group is bolstering its connectivity to East Africa by significantly increasing its capacity to the region. The strategic move aims to cater to the surging demand for air travel and strengthen Lufthansa’s presence in this dynamic market. Effective from June 3. 2023, Lufthansa is set to elevate its operations by introducing daily flights […]
Cabo Verde Airlines has announced the resumption of its flights between Cape Verde and Paris after more than three years of absence. From July 23, 2023, the airline will operate two flights per week between Praia-Nelson Mandela and Paris-CDG airport, operated by a Boeing 737-700 that can accommodate 12 passengers in Business class and 108 […]
Airlink, Southern Africa’s leading airline, has announced the launch of a new daily flight service from Johannesburg to Nairobi, connecting two of the major regional markets in Africa. Airlink’s entry into the South Africa-Kenya market will offer more options and increased competition, benefitting travellers by potentially leading to more affordable fares and improved services. This […]
