(Posted 19th May 2026)
Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech
Here are the key aviation highlights from Week 18 across Africa and beyond:
1??? Algeria and Oman strengthened bilateral relations through new transport and digital cooperation agreements signed in Algiers, reinforcing cross-border collaboration in aviation, logistics, and infrastructure development.
2??? Nigeria signed a strategic partnership with Airbus to accelerate the growth of its aviation and aerospace sector, focusing on training, MRO, SAF, and industry development.
3??? Air Congo is set to launch its first European long-haul service, operating direct flights between hashtagKinshasa and hashtagBrussels, marking a major milestone in its network expansion.
4??? Kenya Airways Cargo launched seven weekly frequencies between Amsterdam and Nairobi, significantly boosting Europe–Africa cargo connectivity.
5??? Uganda Airlines returned its Airbus Aircraft A330-800neo to long-haul service after a period of maintenance-related grounding, restoring key intercontinental capacity.
6??? Kenya Airways also reinstated one of its Boeing 787 Dreamliners, strengthening its widebody operations ahead of peak demand.
7??? Visa. opened a new office in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, reinforcing its expansion across Eastern Africa and supporting the region’s fast-growing digital payments ecosystem.
From policy shifts to fleet recoveries and strategic partnerships, African aviation continues to evolve rapidly, shaping a more connected and competitive continent.
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