Africa

U.S. Air Force special operators confirmed on Sept. 14 that a new low-cost cruise missile launched from a Lockheed Martin AC-130J met operational requirements during a recent test.

RwandAir plans long-haul expansion into Europe and the Far East, adds Airbus A330-200s and ties growth to Bugesera International Airport development.

Fifty years ago, a Lockheed Martin C-130 landed at Cairo to begin a relationship with Egypt that is being celebrated at the Egyptian Airshow.

ESAA Co-founder Marcus Jarvis explains how the Minnesota firm is making inroads into Africa to bring new direction to airlines on the continent.

The Namibian government is in talks with Ethiopian Airlines over the creation of a new Namibian national carrier but says no decisions have been made on the future of the proposed airline.

Kenya Airways' Acting Group Managing Director and CEO George Kamal is stepping down after less than one year in the role.

Ethiopian Airlines has launched a dedicated cargo service directly connecting Africa with Chengdu, in southwestern China.

SalamAir plans to expand its new Salalah base, eventually targeting regional, long-haul and African markets.

Kenya Airways grows cargo capacity and passenger traffic while expanding its network beyond Africa, despite challenges from jet fuel prices and supply chain issues.

For eight decades, African aviation has been shaped by economic cycles, political upheaval and intense competition.

Zambia Airways names former Ethiopian Airlines Group exec Aman Wole Gurmu as CEO.

Ibom Air prepares for its third A220 delivery, boosting capacity and supporting its all-A220 fleet strategy to meet growing demand.

South African Airways (SAA) has been plunged into fresh leadership uncertainty after its board placed acting Group CEO Matshela Seshibe on “special leave” with immediate effect on Aug. 14.

Kenya's CAA approves new domestic and international routes, including Eldoret–Jeddah, giving western Kenya its first direct link to Saudi Arabia.

Ethiopian Airlines extends CEO Mesfin Tasew’s tenure to 2027 as the carrier reports record revenue and passenger growth under its Vision 2035 strategy.

Emirates and SAA expand codeshare deal, adding nine new African routes and enhancing connectivity across South Africa and neighboring countries.

Blocked funds threaten African airlines’ viability, choking cash flow and connectivity, as AFRAA calls for decisive action to resolve the crisis.

Airports across Africa and Arabia are building aviation’s next operating system, fit for the digital-native traveler. But progress is far from even.

Ethiopian Airlines reports record $9.1 billion in revenue, expands routes, adds aircraft and plans a new mega hub to support its Vision 2035 growth strategy.

A consortium of West African countries is exploring the establishment of a regional MRO.

Domestic air travel leads Africa’s passenger traffic as Cairo strengthens its position as the continent’s top aviation hub, AFRAA report shows.

Asky adds two Boeing 737 MAX 8s, expands routes and calls for better African airport infrastructure to support growth and regional integration.

CemAir celebrates 20 years of growth, overcoming regulatory challenges and the pandemic to expand its fleet and forge strategic airline partnerships.

Etihad Airways and Nigeria's Air Peace have signed an interline agreement expanding travel options across Nigeria, West Africa and Central Africa, deepening links between the UAE and the continent.

Port Harcourt International Airport receives operational license from Nigeria’s Civil Aviation Authority after completing infrastructure upgrades.