Africa

Airbus and the Nigerian government have signed an agreement aimed at tapping into the aerospace potential of Africa’s most populous nation.

The government of Uruguay is looking to rebuild its satellite communications capability, particularly with an eye on military needs.

Air Congo is preparing to enter the long-haul market with plans to launch nonstop service between Kinshasa and Brussels.

ExLabs is preparing a mission called ApophisEX to rendezvous with the asteroid Apophis that is predicted to make a close approach to Earth in 2029.

Marcelle Nethersole talks to Basil Gygax, TrueNoord Sales Director Africa, Middle East & CIS

Ethiopian Airlines has officially withdrawn from the long-delayed Nigeria Air project, while Ghana's government plans to establish a new national airline.

Namibia has revealed plans to expand its aviation infrastructure.

In Africa’s game reserves, many wild animals are either overpopulating the limited area, or are declining due to habitat degradation or migration.

African airlines are hoping that Comac C919 will break the Airbus and Boeing duopoly and associated high acquisition costs and long waiting periods for new aircraft

Togo’s ASKY is carving out a profitable and reliable reputation as a strong African connecting carrier from its Lomé hub, and is now eyeing long-haul operations

The Southern African nations of Botswana and Namibia plan to establish a joint national airline, according to Botswana’s government.

Nigeria’s federal government is considering debt relief measures as domestic airlines struggle with the Jet A1 fuel crisis that has threatened flight operations

Passenger and cargo traffic at Entebbe International Airport declined in the first quarter of 2026, according to data from the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority.

Aircraft leasing company TrueNoord is accelerating its expansion across Africa.

South Sudan is moving closer to a bilateral Air Service Agreement (ASA) with Ethiopia following high-level discussions.

South African Airways (SAA) is back in crisis after Group CEO John Lamola announced his departure; SAA’s head of HR and three non-exec directors also left.

The Ogun state government says Nigeria's Air Peace will launch international flights to London from Iperu's Gateway International Airport this summer.

The head of Nigeria's Civil Aviation Authority is urging industry partners to explore growing investment opportunities in Nigeria’s aviation sector.

Africa’s maintenance and supply chain pressures were laid bare at the inaugural Africa MRO Conference.

Across Africa, airport infrastructure is evolving to meet the continent’s aviation ambitions.

As Kenya’s aviation sector grows, low-cost carrier Jambojet is gearing up for regional expansion and improved efficiency, according to CEO Karanja Ndegwa.

Operators are positioning themselves to capitalize on Africa’s strong air cargo market, but challenges remain in tapping its full potential.

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has granted an air operator certificate to Binani Air Global Services, paving the way for the carrier to begin scheduled flight operations.

Ethiopian Airlines Group has marked its 80th anniversary by embarking on the construction of a new multi-billion-dollar mega hub airport.

IATA expects global demand for air travel to more than double by 2050, with Africa seeing a surge in passenger growth.