Africa’s inflation challenge goes beyond the numbers.
(Posted 02nd November 2026) Across several African economies, rising food, energy and transport costs continue to put pressure on household incomes and purchasing power. According to data compiled by Nairametrics, Malawi recorded the highest inflation rate among the countries reviewed at 19.40%, followed by Rwanda at 17.20% and Libya at 16.60%. Nigeria […]
Ethiopian Airlines is finally returning to Durban
(Posted 02nd November 2026) From 11th of December 2026, the airline will return to Durban and begin to operate a daily non-stop service between King Shaka International Airport (DUR) and Addis Ababa (ADD), using a Boeing 737 MAX on the route. This marks Ethiopian Airlines’ return to Durban after a nine-year gap and […]
Which 10 African countries have the highest IMF debt – and no, Uganda is NOT among them
(Posted 02nd November 2026) Debts by African countries to the IMF and other global financial platforms are growing in an oftentimes alarming rate. Read on to see which 10 African countries were those with the highest debts. 1 Egypt – Total IMF Credit Outstanding as of 10/29/2026: 7,861,227,527 2 Côte d’Ivoire […]
Ethiopia Emerges as Africa’s sole candidate for ICAO Council seat
(Posted 02nd November 2026) Ethiopia has emerged as Africa’s sole candidate for membership in the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), seeking representation in the UN agency’s aviation policymaking body.? ? The 36-member Council oversees international aviation standards, safety, security and regulatory cooperation.? ? A founding member of ICAO and […]
Africa Tourism Awards 2026 – The Show is ‘on the road’
(Posted 01st November 2026) This is our story. Our excellence. Our moment. Tonight, we celebrate the people, places and brands shaping the future of African tourism. From across the continent and beyond, we come together to recognise the achievements, share our stories and champion the brilliance that makes Africa a destination like […]
Asempa FM’s Prof. E.K. Wallace Nominated for Prestigious 2027 Diamond Excellence Awards
(Posted 01st November 2026) Enoch Kwasi Worlanyo Wallace, the highly respected Head of Sports for Multimedia Group’s Asempa FM and Adom FM, has been officially named among the distinguished nominees for the upcoming 2027 Diamond Excellence Awards. The announcement has ignited widespread excitement across the Ghanaian media landscape, sparked by an official […]
LPG in East Africa – an unfolding story
(Posted 01st November 2026) Four countries, four different plays, one clear direction. Kenya is scaling fast with a new Mombasa terminal and a target of 8.4 million clean cooking households by 2028. Tanzania is building out storage with 80% clean cooking access as the 2034 goal. Uganda is targeting 50% clean cooking […]
Uganda Tourism signs partnership agreement with CAF ahead of AFCON 2027
(Posted 01st November 2026) Africa’s biggest football celebration is coming to Uganda and the wider East Africa. Come for the game, stay for the Pearl. The Uganda Tourism Board is now an Official Competition Sponsor of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2027 (KE-TZ-UG 27). Uganda will use AFCON […]
CORSIA – First Phase in Numbers
(Posted 01st November 2026) 2026 marks a major milestone for international aviation climate policy, commemorating ten years since the ICAO Assembly adopted the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA), as the only global market-based measure for addressing CO? emissions from international aviation. It also marks the conclusion of CORSIA’s First […]
ICAO prepares international legal framework for transformative changes in civil aviation
(Posted 01st November 2026) To ensure international air law keeps pace with the transformative changes sweeping across global aviation, the 40th session of the ICAO Legal Committee concluded today with significant recommendations that will support progress towards ICAO’s strategic vision of air transport for all by 2050, with zero fatalities and net-zero […]
Tanzania accelerates railway plans as 1.39 billion US Dollar loan is secured
(Posted 01st November 2026) Tanzania has secured US$1.39 billion in financing for a 424-kilometre section of its Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), equivalent to approximately Sh3.67 trillion, as the government moves to accelerate construction and strengthen regional transport connectivity. The financing will support the Makutupora–Tabora and Tabora–Isaka railway sections, which form part of Tanzania’s […]
Fastjet Zimbabwe celebrates 11 years in the skies over Southern Africa
(Posted 31st October 2026) Fastjet is celebrating 11 incredible years of connecting people, creating memories, and making journeys possible. Thank you to our valued passengers, partners, and team for being part of our journey. Here’s to reaching new heights and creating many more memories together! From the ATCNews team a very happy […]
Nigeria reports two suspected Ebola cases as verification is underway
(Posted 31st October 2026) Two suspected cases of Ebola disease have been identified in Nigeria’s North-East region. Both individuals have been isolated, contact identification and listing is ongoing, and laboratory testing is being conducted. Being classified as suspected cases does not mean they are confirmed Ebola cases; confirmation is subject to laboratory […]
Less than a day to go to the African Tourism Awards when Africa’s tourism heros are recognized
(Posted 31st October 2026) The countdown is almost over. Tomorrow, the spotlight turns to Africa. From the people shaping the industry to the destinations captivating the world, the Africa Tourism Awards 2026 brings together the visionaries, innovators and leaders redefining the future of African tourism. One evening. One celebration. A shared vision […]
Auric Air Weather Advisory: Possible Flight Delays and Disruptions
(Posted 31st October 2026) We are currently experiencing adverse weather conditions associated with El Niño, which may result in operational disruptions and delays to some of our flights. Based on the current weather forecasts, these conditions may persist over the coming days. Please be assured that our team is closely monitoring the […]
Air Passenger Demand Falls 0.5% in September
(Posted 31st October 2026) During the period under review, African airlines carriers recorded the strongest combined international and domestic traffic growth among regions in September, with: an 8.0% YoY rise in demand while they increased capacity by 8.8% YoY achieving an average 74.8 passenger load factor down -0.6 percentage points on September 2025 […]
TravelComments.com – Visiting Mapungubwe National Park? The museum is closed from 30 October 2026
(Posted 31st October 2026) Travellers heading to South Africa’s Mapungubwe National Park and World Heritage Site should note that the park’s museum is about to close its doors for a while…. READ MORE
We Came Together for Türkiye at the Heart of Tourism. Thank You!
(Posted 31st October 2026) Together, we have concluded three wonderful days at the Heart of Tourism, filled with record attendance, productive meetings and new partnerships. We sincerely thank you all for your participation, contributions and valued support in making Türkiye’s and the Mediterranean’s most productive tourism gathering possible. Inspired by your support, […]
Catch up on ANW 2026 – ATFM on ICAO TV
(Posted 31st October 2026) Revisit ANW – ATFM discussions on ICAO TV. Catch up on key insights and discussions from the ICAO Air Navigation World (ANW) 2026 – Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM) Symposium, held from 5 to 9 October 2026 in Montréal, Canada. The five-day Symposium brought together more than 420 attendees […]
Record 178 International Buyers Meet African Suppliers at Essence of Africa in Zanzibar
(Posted 31st October 2026) A record 178 international tourism buyers from 40 countries attended Essence of Africa 2026 in Zanzibar, 133 of them for the first time. Over three days at Diamonds Bijoux, from 20 to 22 October, they met 162 African exhibiting companies in scheduled business meetings. Buyer numbers were up […]
Air Congo strengthens its long-haul fleet with a second Boeing 787 Dreamliner
(Posted 30th October 2026) The airline welcomed its second Boeing 787 Dreamliner at Kinshasa N’Djili International Airport, a 787-9 configured for 292 passengers in a three-class layout. The aircraft (ex-MIAT) will support the airline’s expanding long-haul services to Europe alongside its existing Ethiopian Airlines wet-leased 787-8. This is finally a positive signal for […]
Is Your Business Ready for Africa’s Next Wave of Digital Finance?
(Posted 30th October 2026) What opportunities will shape the next phase of digital finance in Africa? Join the conversation at Africa Fintech Meetup 2026 and connect with the people and organisations working to turn these opportunities into business growth. Following the success of our October 2025 edition in Nairobi, which brought […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town International Airport warns of delays amid taxi-related unrest
(Posted 30th October 2026) Travellers flying to or from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) should allow extra time for their airport journeys as ongoing taxi-related violence and unrest in parts of Cape Town cause traffic disruptions and operational delays…. READ MORE
Baby elephants, goat milk and Samburu songs: Inside Reteti’s unique wildlife experience
(Posted 30th October 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Felix Kipkemoi, The Star (Kenya), October 28, 2026 ?It is 11:55 am, and the keepers here at Reteti Elephant Sanctuary in Samburu are busy preparing for the next feeding session. ?It is only five minutes to feeding time, and the calves have already descended […]
Mara loses giant tusker Fred, a symbol of conservation success
(Posted 30th October 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Gilbert Koech, The Star (Kenya), October 29, 2026 The plains of the Maasai Mara will feel a little emptier without Fred, the magnificent elephant whose massive tusks and gentle nature made him one of the ecosystem’s most celebrated giants. For years, the great bull […]
US Embassy Kampala issues new health alert
(Posted 30th October 2026) Ugandan Port Health authorities have strengthened screening at Entebbe International Airport and all land border crossings. All incoming travelers must complete a Passenger Locator Form and undergo health screening. The Uganda-Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) border remains closed, with humanitarian and cargo exceptions. Humanitarian workers and truck drivers […]
Qatar Airways Expands Global Network to Over 170 Destinations this Winter Season
(Posted 30th October 2026) Airline has resumed daily flights to Zanzibar from 25th of October 2026, and to Canberra via Melbourne from 09th of December 2026 Increased flights will enhance connectivity across Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Americas and the Middle East Qatar Airways will expand its global network to more than […]
Introducing Ideagen Aviation at AI in Airports
(Posted 30th October 2026) When 1–2 December 2026 Where Park Plaza London Riverbank Introducing our event sponsor Ideagen Aviation: Complete Operational Visibility Trusted by more than 500 aviation organisations, Ideagen Aviation brings safety, noise, environment, community engagement and operations together so airports can make informed decisions and grow with confidence. Its […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa Summer Weather Outlook 2026/27: What travellers need to know
(Posted 30th October 2026) South Africa could experience a hotter and drier than usual summer between November 2026 and March 2027, according to the South African Weather Service (SAWS). The seasonal outlook points to below-normal rainfall across large parts of the country, alongside higher-than-normal daytime and overnight temperatures…. READ MORE
Air Cargo demand rises by 7.7 percent in September
(Posted 30th September 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for September 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased by 7.7% compared to September 2025 (+8.6% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 2.7% compared to September 2025 (+3.3% […]