Macquarie Delivers Another Airbus A320 to Air Cairo
Air Cairo continues to expand its narrowbody fleet with the arrival of another Airbus A320 placed by
Air Burkina Secures its Second Embraer E190
Air Burkina is preparing to welcome a second Embraer E190, furthering its efforts to rebuild and modernize its fleet. According to
United Nigeria Airlines Adds First Leased CRJ900
United Nigeria Airlines has added a new type to its fleet as part of its ongoing growth strategy. The privately owned Nigerian carrier has taken delivery of a
Auric Air Adds New Cessna Grand Caravan to Fleet
Auric Air, Tanzania’s private owned airline, has taken delivery of a brand-new Cessna Grand Caravan EX, marking a new chapter in passenger comfort for the carrier’s regional and safari network.
Niger Airlines Resumes Ops After Yearlong Pause
Niger Airlines has announced the resumption of its commercial operations effective October 29, 2025
Former Tunisair CEO Khaled Chelly Sentenced to Three Years in Prison
The Criminal Chamber of the Tunis First Instance Court sentenced Khaled Chelly, former President-Director General of Tunisia’s national airline Tunisair, to three years in prison on October 25, 2025. The verdict, tied to a high-profile investigation into fraudulent hiring practices, comes on the heel
Armindo Sousa Appointed Chairman of Cabo Verde Airlines
The state-owned carrier, Transportes Aéreos de Cabo Verde (TACV), operating as Cabo Verde Airlines, has appointed Armindo Sousa as its new President of the Board of Directors, succeeding Pedro Barros. The decision was made during the airline’s General Assembly held on Tuesday, October 21, in the City of Praia.
Air Mauritius Chairman Kishore Beegoo Resigns Amid Political Pressure
Air Mauritius Chairman Kishore Beegoo has stepped down from his position, citing political interference as the reason for his resignation. The announcement was made on October 23 during a board meeting and subsequent press conference held at the airline’s headquarters in Port Louis.
Air Botswana Confirms Departure of GM Naomi Rasebotsa
Air Botswana has officially confirmed that its General Manager, Ms. Leungo Rasebotsa, and Senior Manager for Legal Services and Board Secretary, Ms. Moyombuya Ngubula, are no longer with the airline, effective October 21, 2025.
Airlink to Launch Zanzibar in June 2026, its second destination in Tanzania
Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier regional airline, announced on October 24, 2025, plans to launch a new route connecting Johannesburg and Zanzibar, Tanzania, in June 03, 2026. The move marks a significant expansion of Airlink’s East African network, complementing its existing services to Dar es Salaam.