Tag: Africa
Africa’s Hotel Development Pipeline Hits Record 123,000 Rooms
Africa’s hotel development pipeline has reached a record level, with 123,846 rooms across 675 hotels and resorts currently planned or under development across the...
IATA Focus Africa Conference to Prioritise Aviation Safety,Connectivity
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) says the 2026 IATA Focus Africa Conference will prioritise aviation safety, connectivity and operational efficiency across Africa.
IATA Regional...
Emirates Connects African Travellers to the World’s Most Romantic Destinations
This Valentine’s season, Emirates invites couples across Africa to let their love soar to new heights. Whether it’s wandering the enchanting canals of Venice,...
African Air Cargo Records Strong Growth as Demand Surges in 2025...
African airlines delivered one of the strongest air cargo performances globally in 2025, underscoring the continent’s growing relevance in global supply chains, according to...
Africa Powers Global Air Travel Growth as Passenger Demand Rises 5.7%...
Africa led global air travel growth in November 2025, recording an 11.2% year-on-year increase in international passenger demand, the strongest performance of any region,...
Africa Leads Global Air Cargo Growth as Demand Climbs 5.5% in...
Africa emerged as the strongest-performing air cargo market globally in November 2025, recording a remarkable 15.6% year-on-year increase in demand, according to new data...
Airlines Decry $1.2bn Blocked Funds Concentrated in AME
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) says USD 1.2 billion in airline revenues remain blocked from repatriation worldwide as of October 2025, with 93...
Africa’s Air Travel Boom to Double Regional Fleet by 2044
Africa’s passenger air traffic is expected to grow by an average of 6% annually through 2044, supported by a young population, a rapidly expanding...
NAMA Clinches AFRAA Free Route Airspace Award, Sets New Benchmark for...
The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has achieved a landmark feat by winning the prestigious African Airlines Association (AFRAA) Free Route Airspace Award, making...
African Airlines Record 5.3% Passenger Growth
African carriers posted a strong performance in September 2025, recording a 5.3% year-on-year increase in passenger demand, according to the latest global air travel...