Zambia’s President, Hakainde Hichilema, has committed to upgrading Mansa, Kasama, and Nakonde airports to international standards as part of a broader strategy to accelerate economic development in the Northern Corridor. Speaking at the Kwabuka Traditional Ceremony in Mansa on Sunday, the President emphasized his administration’s ambition to transform Luapula Province into a dynamic economic hub. “We will transform Mansa, Kasama, and Nakonde into international airports to foster significant economic growth,”
Category: Air Freight
Ethiopian Cargo Clinches ‘Best Cargo Airline – Africa’ Award for Second Consecutive Year
Ethiopian Cargo and Logistics Services has once again been recognized for its exceptional performance, winning the prestigious ‘Best Cargo Airline – Africa’ award for the second consecutive year. The award was presented during the Arabian Cargo Awards ceremony held on November 11, 2024, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This esteemed recognition highlights excellence in the cargo and logistics sector across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. Mesfin Tasew, CEO of
Ethiopian Airlines Becomes Africa’s Largest Airbus Operator with Delivery of A350-1000
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s leading airline, has strengthened its position as the continent’s largest Airbus operator with the delivery of its first A350-1000. This landmark achievement marks a significant milestone for both the airline and the African aviation industry. The aircraft, the first A350-1000 to arrive in Africa, landed at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport on Tuesday after a flight from Toulouse, France, where it was welcomed with a traditional water
Emirates Expands African Network with New Flights to Uganda, Ethiopia, and South Africa
Emirates Airlines has strengthened its presence in Africa by expanding flight services to Entebbe (Uganda), Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), and Johannesburg (South Africa). This expansion highlights the airline’s commitment to the continent, enhancing travel options and fostering trade and tourism between Africa and the Middle East. Since launching its first African route to Cairo in 1986, Emirates has steadily grown its footprint and now serves 20 destinations across the continent. With
Zambia Airways Partners with Motor Dealers to Boost Trade and Connectivity
Zambia Airways has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Zambia Motor Dealers Association, creating a strategic partnership to enhance travel logistics for association members. Announced during a ceremony in Lusaka, this collaboration aims to support local businesses by offering efficient and affordable transportation solutions. Under the agreement, Zambia Airways will provide targeted flights to regional destinations such as South Africa and Tanzania, tailored to meet the needs of
Congo Airways Resumes Operations, Boosting National Connectivity
Congo Airways, the national airline of the Democratic Republic of Congo, has officially announced its return to the skies, with the first flight scheduled for November 10, 2024. In a press release, the airline’s management expressed gratitude to the Congolese Government, the National Social Security Fund (CNSS), and the airline’s dedicated staff for their collective efforts in making this long-anticipated relaunch possible. The resumption of Congo Airways flights is a
SARS Approves Year-Long Jet Fuel Importation to Prevent Holiday Airport Fuel Crisis
South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner Edward Kieswetter has authorized a special year-long exemption to allow the importation of jet fuel, preventing a potential supply shortage at OR Tambo International Airport and other major airports over the busy December travel period. The exemption, effective from October 21, 2024, to October 20, 2025, comes after concerns were raised by the fuel industry about a looming shortage of jet fuel, or aviation
Emirates Expands Fleet with Order for Five More Boeing 777 Freighters
Emirates has announced a firm order for five additional Boeing 777 freighters, scheduled for delivery between 2025 and 2026. This latest order brings the airline’s pending deliveries of the Boeing 777F to a total of 14, set to arrive by the end of 2026. To further bolster its cargo capacity, Emirates has also extended a multi-year lease with Dubai Aerospace Enterprise for four Boeing 777 freighters currently in its fleet.
Qatar Airways Launches World’s First Boeing 777 with Starlink Internet Service
Qatar Airways has launched the world’s first Boeing 777 equipped with Starlink, marking a significant advancement in in-flight connectivity. The announcement was made via a media release sent using the ultra-high-speed, low-latency internet service while flying at 35,000 feet from Doha to London. The complimentary Starlink service is available to all passengers from gate to gate. Initially targeting three Starlink-equipped aircraft, Qatar Airways now plans to deliver 12 upgraded Boeing
SAA Expands African Network with New Johannesburg-Lubumbashi Route and Increased Flight Frequencies
South African Airways (SAA) has announced the launch of direct flights between Johannesburg and Lubumbashi, scheduled to commence on November 4. This new route joins SAA’s existing service to Kinshasa, providing five weekly flights to both key Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) destinations. In addition to this new service, SAA has outlined a substantial increase in flight frequencies to several African cities starting in November. Flights to Harare and Lusaka