Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 15, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 17th April 2024) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech The past week was a rollercoaster ride for African aviation! While Ethiopian Airlines celebrated a momentous achievement, Air Peace found itself navigating hazy new skies. From allegations of sabotage to exciting fleet additions and new route announcements, there’s plenty […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 14, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 09th April 2024) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Alex Koech Exciting developments emerged in week 14, with projections indicating that passenger traffic by African carriers is set to soar to 98 million for the year 2024. Additionally, South Sudan is poised to achieve a significant milestone as it prepares to […]
First Speakers Announced for #AHIF2024
(Posted 12th February 2024) We are delighted to share the senior industry leaders who have already confirmed to speak at AHIF, taking place in Windhoek, Namibia on 25-27 June. From exploring Africa’s role in the new global geopolitical order to fostering diversity and sustainability, our speakers will cover topics such as government support, sustainable […]
#AviaDevAfrica2024 – What topics would you like to hear about ?
(Posted 01st December 2023) What topics would you like to hear about at AviaDev 2024? We are currently in the planning stages for AviaDev 2024, and we want to ensure that the event addresses your specific interests and needs. Please share with us your preferences for speakers you’d like to hear from and […]
Ensuring Efficient Baggage Operations Through Standardization
(Posted 17th November 2023) Passenger satisfaction is paramount in the aviation industry. To meet the increasing expectations of passengers, we need to enhance the travel experience. One way of doing this is to improve operational efficiency by embracing modernization and technology. As we know, technology evolves at a very rapid rate, which can […]
Harmony in the Wilderness: A sustainable spotlight on Morukuru Family
(Posted 14th November 2023) Harmony in the Wilderness: A sustainable spotlight on Morukuru Family Sustainability has, and always will be, deeply rooted within the foundations of Morukuru Family. The inauguration of Morukuru Family in the Madikwe Game Reserve began with immediate support for nature conservation, building relationships with the […]
Conservationists applaud #Nigeria’s action to confront illegal wildlife trade
(Posted 07th November 2023) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Etta Michael Bisong, EnviroNews Nigeria Nigerian environmental activists have hailed the federal government’s decision to publicly destroy a sizable amount of wildlife products that were seized, such as crocodile skins, pangolin scales, leopard skins, and python skins, as a clear […]
#AHIF2024 – Help shape the agenda
(Posted 28th October 2023) What topics would you like to hear about at AHIF 2024 We are currently in the planning stages for the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) 2024, and we want to ensure that AHIF 2024 addresses your specific interests and needs. Please share with us your preferences for speakers you’d like to hear […]
WTM 2023 – Who will you meet at the show?
(Posted 25th October 2023) What´s in the store at World Travel Market London 2023? Hello ATCNews Readers, As a savvy travel professionals, we know you like to stay well-informed. So, let’s give you a quick glimpse into what you can expect at this year’s event: Unlimited business opportunities: we are expecting […]
1 more week before the #IATA World Financial and Passenger Symposiums
(Posted 19th October 2023) Join IATA on October 25th and 26th to enjoy two days of engaging content across two of IATA’s prominent events, World Financial and World Passenger Symposiums. This joint event will cover distribution, payment, finance, customer experience, and accessibility topics bringing a holistic approach to a seamless digital passenger […]
6th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards breaks records
(Posted 14th October 2023) Hosted by the Government of Botswana through the Botswana Tourism Organisation in collaboration with Africa Tourism Partners, UNWTO and AfCFTA, the 6th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards was a resounding success. Held from 04 to 06 October at the Grand Palm International Convention Centre in Gaborone Botswana, ATLF […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 05th October 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Pfizer and GSK’s New RSV Vaccines On Track For $2 Billion in Sales Bloomberg GSK Plc and Pfizer are on pace to sell a combined $2 billion of their new RSV vaccines for older adults this year, more than five times what analysts had expected, according […]
#AviaDevAfrica PODCAST: Introducing the Africa Connectivity Update
(Posted 19th September 2023) The AviaDev Insight Africa Connectivity Update is the first podcast to focus on sub-Saharan African air route development, with a specific focus on routes that are due to start or cease in the next quarter. We also have a rumour mill section focusing on those routes that could be […]
TravelComments.com – LAM-Mozambique Airlines to launch flights between Maputo Cape Town!
(Posted 14th September 2023) The official Tourism, Trade and Investment Promotion Agency for Cape Town & the Western Cape, WESGRO, announced in a press release (12 September 2023), that the flag carrier of Mozambique, LAM – Mozambique Airlines, is set to launch flights to Cape Town in South Africa. According to WESGRO, the airline will commence operations between Maputo International Airport […]
Airbus opens new A321XLR equipment installation hangar in Hamburg
(Posted 30th August 2023) Airbus is advancing its industrial system and expanding ramp-up capacity with a new automated A321XLR equipping hangar, officially opened today by Hamburg’s First Mayor Peter Tschentscher and German Aerospace Coordinator Anna Christmann. With this, Airbus continues its modernisation and digitalisation of its industrial system and expands its capacity for the rate […]
#IATA’s 24 industry-leading courses to boost your aviation career
(Posted 05th August 2023) Brand New Courses 16 new, up-to-date courses to level up your career Revamped with Latest Practices Discover two topics to stay ahead of the curve Top Trending Degrees Find your next qualification from three trending options More Language Options Choose from six courses in multiple languages NEW Courses Out Now! […]
#AviaDevAfrica2023 – Post Event Report and Highlights Video
(Posted 14th July 2023) AviaDev Post Event Report and Highlights Video Many thanks to everyone in the community that joined us in Nairobi last month for AviaDev Africa 2023. We are delighted to have partnered with Simple Flying to provide you with our post event report which provides a snapshot of the key […]
#ATTA Evolution – Connecting through Conversation
(Posted 04th July 2023) Are you a member of Africa’s most important tourism trade association yet? If not apply today and join the most influental tourism trade body for travel to and across Africa: https://atta.travel/about/apply-to-become-a-member.html ATTA Evolution – Connecting through Conversation Save the date 03 August 2023 […]
#Zambia Tourism News updates by #KafuntaSafaris
(Posted 06th June 2023) HomeAvailability & Pricing Latest Contact Us Dear ATCNews Readers, Dear All! May has come and gone! What a month it has been! Hang on tight; here’s a summary of the past few weeks, packed with amazing photos. For me, things got serious on May 7th, when I flew from my […]
Understanding the benefits of implementing a comprehensive MRO system for your airline
(Posted 01st June 2023) Understanding the benefits of implementing a comprehensive MRO system for your airline Find out more about Technodyn | IFS Connect with Brett via LinkedIn Connect with Esenthren via LinkedIn Listen Now Post Covid, digitisation is one of the hottest topics in the industry and one of the companies […]
Simplifying payments and preventing fraud for African airlines
(Posted 26th May 2023) Simplifying payments and preventing fraud for African airlines Connect via LinkedIn Find out more about DPO Pay Listen Now As the Managing Director of DPO Pay, one of Africa’s leading Payment Service Providers (PSP), Judy Waruiru has led the company’s continental expansion and the creation […]
Tomjachu Bush Retreat’s special Winter Offers
(Posted 26th May 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers, Dear Friends, With winter well underway, we invite you to enjoy a breakaway to Tomjachu, your home in the Lowveld. We have two accommodation specials running for all June bookings made through our website so you can come warm up on the reserve. Whether you […]
How African airlines can widen their distribution whilst lowering their costs
(Posted 24th May 2023) How African airlines can widen their distribution whilst lowering their costs Connect via LinkedIn Find out more about Kiu Article Detailing Kiu System Solutions Rodger Whittle is the commercial director for Africa at Kiu, a company with a global footprint that offers an innovative and robust passenger service system […]
Who is Attending #AviaDevAfrica2023
(Posted 20th May 2023) Look who is attending AviaDev – Is your company represented? Last few seats available! At AviaDev Africa, we dare to be different. We are not a trade show, but a niche business to business event. Therefore, we limit the number of delegates attending to just 350. Why do we do […]
Can lions, cattle, and people coexist?
(Posted 17th May 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers, Several years ago, I came across this tragic scene near Tanangire National Park. A group of angry Maasai had taken revenge on a pride of lions that had killed their livestock. Six lions were killed and four men were injured. Maasai do not kill lions […]
Emirates Group Announces 2022-2023 Results
(Posted 12th May 2023) Government Affairs Emirates Group Announces 2022-23 Results GThe Emirates Group reports annual profit of AED 10.9 billion (US$ 3.0 billion), a new profit and revenue record and a significant turnaround from last year Group revenue of AED 119.8 billion (US$ 32.6 billion) increased by 81% with […]
Look who’s attending AHIF 2023
(Posted 04th May 2023) Look who’s attending AHIF 2023 Is your company represented? With only a few weeks to go for this year’s Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) in Nairobi, we have a limited number of tickets remaining. AHIF consists of high-level conference discussions, workshops and in-person networking features including investor sessions, gala networking […]
Exploring #Kenya’s connectivity with Kenya Airports Authority
(Posted 28th April 2023) Exploring Kenya’s connectivity with Kenya Airports Authority Listen Now Visit KAA website Kenya Airports Authority are the Host Partner of AviaDev Africa 2023 and an autonomous body charged with the responsibility of managing all airports across Kenya. They are also the entity that is actively involved in route development and […]
#Zambia Tourism News from #KafuntaSafaris
(Posted 27th April 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers! Greetings! We’re kicking off the 2023 safari season with our first newsletter. And what a start it has been! The Luangwa Valley has been blessed with abundant rains this year, but rather late… Anke and Ron will tell you that they’ve never seen such high levels so late […]
Hospitality Investment Potential in Africa, Investing in Human Capital, Future of Investing in Hospitality, among key topics to be discussed at AHIF 2023
(Posted 27th April 2023) Hospitality Investment Potential in Africa, Investing in Human Capital, Future of Investing in Hospitality, Empowering Women in Hospitality and Access to Capital to be discussed at AHIF 2023 The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) is the leading hospitality forum that connects the highest caliber business leaders from the international and local […]
