LUSAKA, ZAMBIA – Proflight Zambia is expanding its regional footprint with the launch of a new route into Namibia’s capital, Windhoek. The new service, starting on March 3, 2026, will operate three times weekly, providing added travel options and convenient links between Zambia and Namibia from Lusaka via Livingstone. This development is expected to significantly boost both leisure and business travel between the two countries, with Proflight Zambia being the
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AfDB Commits $500 Million to Ethiopia’s $10 Billion Mega Airport Project
African Development Bank to Fund Ethiopia’s Future Largest Airport in Africa with $500 Million Investment The African Development Bank (AfDB) has pledged up to $500 million to help finance Ethiopia’s planned mega airport, set to become the largest in Africa once completed. State-owned Ethiopian Airlines has signed a design agreement for the four-runway facility, which will be located near Bishoftu, approximately 45 kilometers southeast of Addis Ababa. The airline will
Saudia Cargo Launches ‘Beyond’ Initiative to Boost Saudi Exports Globally
Saudia Cargo Expands Global Reach with New ‘Beyond’ Export Campaign Under Vision 2030 The airfreight division of Saudi Arabian Airlines, Saudia Cargo, has unveiled a new export-focused campaign aimed at expanding the Kingdom’s presence in global markets. Titled ‘Beyond’, the initiative is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader Vision 2030 economic transformation strategy. Launched in collaboration with the Saudi Export Development Authority and the ‘Saudi Made’ initiative, the campaign is designed
Angola’s TAAG Airlines to Acquire Boeing 787s in $297M U.S.-Backed Deal
Angola’s TAAG Secures $297M EXIM-Backed Deal for Boeing 787 Jets to Boost Luanda’s New Aviation Hub Angola’s state-owned airline, TAAG Angola Airlines, is set to acquire Boeing 787-10 wide-body aircraft and General Electric Aerospace engines through a $297 million financing package backed by the U.S. Export-Import Bank (EXIM). The agreement, announced Wednesday, will support the delivery of new aircraft and spare engines while strengthening U.S. manufacturing jobs and Angola’s aviation
Durban and Richards Bay Airports Expand to Boost Airfreight Growth
Durban and Richards Bay Airports Drive Airfreight Growth with Major Expansion Plans Expansion projects at Durban and Richards Bay airports are underway or in the planning stages to accommodate rising airfreight volumes in the region. Durban’s airfreight operator, Dube Cargo Terminal at King Shaka International Airport, opened a new public bonded warehouse on April 1. In May, the Dube TradePort Corporation (DTPC) unveiled the second phase of its Aeropark and
Airlink Expands Fleet with 10 New Embraer E195-E2 Jets in Major Growth Push
Airlink to Add 10 Fuel-Efficient Embraer E195-E2 Jets to Boost African Network and Cut Emissions Airlink, southern Africa’s largest privately owned full-service airline, has announced a major fleet expansion with the acquisition of 10 new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, to be leased from global aviation lessor Azorra. The announcement was made during the Paris Air Show this week. The deal represents a significant upgrade for Airlink, which currently operates 68 aircraft
TAAG Launches New Luanda–Nairobi Route to Strengthen Regional Connectivity
TAAG Angola Airlines has announced the launch of a new direct route between Luanda and Nairobi, starting 1 September. The airline will operate three weekly flights, enhancing connectivity between Southern and East Africa. In a statement released Tuesday, TAAG emphasized Nairobi’s role as a major regional hub, serving as a key transit point between Africa, Asia, and Europe. The airline also highlighted Kenya’s status as one of the most dynamic
DRC Launches Luano Airport Expansion Amid Transparency Concerns
Turkish construction firm Summa has officially launched work to modernize Luano International Airport in Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The ambitious project aims to significantly expand the airport’s capacity to accommodate 1 million passengers annually and boost its freight-handling capabilities. A groundbreaking ceremony took place on June 26, attended by Haut-Katanga Governor Jacques Kyabula and Provincial Transport Minister Lorraine Lusamba. The project, first launched on April 18 by President
Proflight Zambia Champions Unified Aviation for Africa’s Growth
Proflight Zambia is spearheading efforts to foster a unified and connected African aviation industry, advocating for critical investments in infrastructure, harmonized regulations, and aligned policies to unlock the continent’s vast air travel potential. During the 2025 Zambia Travel Expo (ZATEX) and the ICAO African & Indian Ocean (AFI) Aviation Week held in Victoria Falls, Proflight executives underscored the urgent need for collaboration to enhance intra-African connectivity. Keira Langford Johnson, Proflight’s
TAAG Angola Partners with Boeing to Modernize Aviation and Boost Global Connectivity
State-owned carrier TAAG Angola Airlines has entered into a strategic partnership with U.S. aerospace giant Boeing to modernize Angola’s aviation sector and enhance connectivity to global markets. Through this collaboration, TAAG Angola will leverage Boeing’s technical expertise to upgrade its fleet, enhance operational efficiency, and accelerate its digital transformation. The partnership also aims to support the airline’s expansion across domestic, regional, and international routes. A key component of the agreement