Africa

The South African government has launched a new border surveillance project which uses drones to detect criminal activities and coordinate security responses.

TrueNoord the specialist regional aircraft leasing company, has delivered a factory-new ATR42-600 to Afrijet Business Service S.A. – operating as FlyGabon.

Times Aerospace is sad to hear of the passing of Bert Kraan, founding father of the AviAssist Foundation, aviation consultant and tireless safety pioneer in the world of aviation.

Ethiopian Airlines Group has unveiled a global standard airport in Wollo Kombolcha, north-central part of Ethiopia.

IATA has released data for June 2025 global air cargo markets showing total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 0.8% compared to June 2024 levels (1.6% for international operations).

The African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC) will convene a high-level briefing with African ministers, directors general/heads of civil aviation during the Aviation Africa Exhibition taking place in Kigali, Rwanda September 4-5, 2025.

TAAG Angola Airlines has marked African Women's Day with a historic initiative - a special flight operated by an entirely female crew.

Leaders in African aviation from across the continent are to come together at the Aviation Africa Summit in Kigali in September to develop a unified African position ahead of 42nd ICAO assembly.

IATA has urged African governments to prioritise aviation as a catalyst for economic growth, job creation, connectivity, and social development by enhancing safety, reducing the cost burden, and resolving the issue of blocked airline funds.

Kenya Airways and Air Tanzania have signed a “strategic MOU” aimed at enhancing cooperation and connectivity between the two East African nations.

Qatar Airways has increased flights to over 15 global destinations for this year’s winter season.

Emirates is advancing strategic commercial team appointments designed to bolster its presence in key markets across West Asia, the Indian Ocean and Africa.

SITA’s has reported a 8.3% revenue growth to US$1.6 billion in 2024.

Ethiopian Airlines Group has unveiled a significant expansion of its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities with the inauguration of three state-of-the-art facilities.

Business aviation in India will be a key focus during the Aviation India Summit 2025, with the sector poised to undergo significant transformation if it is allowed to fully take flight.

Embraer registered a US$29.7 billion backlog in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q25) – the highest level ever recorded by the company.

The Export-Import Bank of the United States’ (EXIM) Board of Directors has approved a transaction to export Boeing aircraft and spare propulsion equipment to Angola.

Emirates will introduce a third daily flight to Mauritius starting 1 December 1. The additional service will be operated by a Boeing 777 aircraft.

Several factors led to South African Airways recording a net loss in its second full year of operations since exiting business rescue.

Ethiopian Airlines has launched its new daily passenger service connecting Addis Ababa with Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

Carbon Analysis looks at the efficiency of a fresh selection of African carriers, namely Air Mauritius, Air Peace, Kenya Airways and South African Airways.

Africa has launched a new currency exchange platform which will help the continent’s airlines repatriate funds from other African countries.

Turkish Airlines has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with South Africa-based Airlink to strengthen its presence in Africa.

A report by AFRAA has revealed Africa's aviation industry remains resilient, with sustained growth in passenger traffic and enhanced operational efficiency.

Ethiopian Airlines has commenced its new four-times-weekly passenger service to Hanoi in Vietnam.