Eight Countries, Including Kenya, Benin, Sierra Leone, and Somalia, Back New Tax on Premium Flyers
A coalition of eight countries—Benin, Kenya, Sierra Leone, Somalia, France, Spain, Barbados, and Antigua and Barbuda—has launched a bold initiative to impose taxes on premium air travel and private jet use, aiming to raise significant funds for climate action and sustainable development.
Somalia and Tanzania Strengthen their Air Cooperation with a New Bilateral Agreement
Tanzania and Somalia have signed an agreement to resume direct commercial flights between their capitals—Dar es Salaam and Mogadishu—marking a renewed era of cooperation between the two East African nations. The agreement was unveiled on July 1, 2025, during Somalia’s 65th Independence Day celebrat
Chad Suspends U.S. Visa Issuance in Retaliation Over American Travel Ban
The government of Chad has suspended the issuance of visas to U.S. citizens in a retaliatory move following Washington’s decision to bar Chadian nationals from entering the United States. The announcement, made by President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, highlights growing diplomatic friction between the two countries
Air Services and Visa Waiver Agreement: Rwanda and Algeria Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
Rwanda and Algeria have taken a significant step forward in strengthening their bilateral relations by signing two key agreements: an air servi
Eswatini Signs Two Air Service Agreements with Zambia and Zimbabwe
On the sidelines of the ICAO AFI Week, held from May 26 to 30 in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, the Kingdom of Eswatini took a significant step forward in its commitment to African aviation
Rwanda Ratifies Twelve New Air Services Agreements
In a major step toward cementing its status as a regional and global aviation hub, Rwanda has ratified twelve new Bilateral Air Services Agreements (BASAs). The mo
Angola and Hungary Forge New Air Transport Agreement
On April 30, 2025, Angola and Hungary solidified their bilateral ties by signing a new air transport agreement in Budapest, marking a significant milestone in their 50-year diplomatic relationship. The agreement, signed by Angola’s Minis
Kuwait and Tunisia Sign Air Transport Agreement to Boost Aviation and Trade Ties
Kuwait and Tunisia have signed a comprehensive air transport agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation in civil aviation. The agreement, formalized on April 26, 2025, is poised to foster improved air connectivity, bolster tourism, and facilitate trade between the two nations.
Angola and Zambia Ink Enhanced Air Agreement with 5th Freedom Rights
Zambia and Angola have officially signed a Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA), creating a regulatory framework that will enhance international air travel and fost