The Board of the Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) at its regular meeting on 4th October 2024 considered amongst other things, the proposed JKIA concession. The Board endorsed the views of its membership in relation to the concession. This was after a detailed review process involving its members culminating in a presentation and a…
Tanzania to use $13.57M Set Aside to Repair and Expand the Infrastructure Songea Airport
Tanzania has said approximately sh. 37 billion ($13.57M) have been used to repair and expand the infrastructure of the Songea airport, a step that will shape the increase in flights that will satisfy the market of air travelers in the Ruvuma region. The statement was made by the Minister of Transport Prof. Makame Mbarawa when…
AirlinePros International Appointed GSA for Uganda Airlines in Zimbabwe
AirlinePros International has announced its appointment as the General Sales Agent (GSA) for Uganda Airlines in Zimbabwe. This strategic partnership is set to bolster Uganda Airlines’ operations and market presence in Zimbabwe, coinciding with the launch of a direct service between Ugandan capital Entebbe and Harare, Zimbabwe capital, from September 25. Uganda Airlines, the flag…
Renegade Air Introduces First ATR -500 in Kenya
Kenyan operator Renegade Air, leading turboprop lessor Abelo and world’s number one regional aircraft manufacturer ATR, today celebrated the introduction of the first ever ATR -500 aircraft in Kenya, during a ceremony held at Wilson airport. This milestone marks a significant advancement in the partners’ capabilities to serve the growing demand for efficient and reliable…
Growing Finance Opportunity for the Business Jet Fleet in North Africa – Ionic Insights
With a population of 37 million and GDP totalling $145 billion, Morocco dominates the business jet fleet in North Africa; nearly fifty percent of all aircraft are based there. Egypt, with a population in excess of 100 million, North Africa’s largest economy (2024 estimate: $395 billion) and the continent’s twelfth largest land mass, is second,…
IndiGo to Commence Flights Direct Flights between Bengaluru and Mauritius
IndiGo has announced the launch of direct flights between Bengaluru and Mauritius, starting from 19 November 2024. The airline will operate four weekly flights, becoming the first carrier to offer a direct connection on this route. Mauritius will be IndiGo’s 35th international and 123rd overall destination, reinforcing its commitment to expanding connectivity for both business…
Emirates Deepens Presence in South Africa and adds Fourth Daily Flight to Johannesburg
Emirates is adding a fourth daily flight on the Johannesburg route. This follows the recent announcement of the second daily A380 between Dubai and Johannesburg, which launched on 1 September, reaffirming the importance of South Africa on the airline’s extensive global network. The fourth daily service will begin on 1 March, 2025, and will be…
Africa Commercial Fleet to More than Double Driven by Single-Aisle Jet Demand through 2043 – Boeing
As Africa’s young and growing population seeks new opportunities to travel, the region’s commercial airplane fleet is projected to more than double by 2043, according to Boeing’s2024 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO). Deliveries of more than 800 new single-aisle jets will account for most of this growth, as predicted by the company’s long-term demand forecast for…
ACI World Projects 10% Growth for Passenger Traffic in 2024 to Reach 9.5 Billion
Airports Council International (ACI) World announces the release of its highly anticipated 2024 Annual World Airport Traffic Report, projecting 10% growth for passenger traffic in 2024 to reach 9.5 billion. Drawing data from over 2,700 airports across more than 180 countries and territories, the report offers the most comprehensive overview of the global airport industry…
Air France and Madagascar Airlines strengthen their partnership
Air France and Madagascar Airlines are delighted to announce the signing of a commercial cooperation agreement aimed at improving air connectivity between France and Madagascar. This partnership, signed at the IFTM Top Résa travel trade show, marks a significant milestone in the development of relations between the two companies. Interline Agreement: Starting October 1, 2024,…