easyJet to Open Its First African Base in Marrakech
easyJet, the UK-based low-cost carrier, has announced plans to open its first-ever operational base in Africa at Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) in Morocco. The announcement, made on October 15, 2025, follows a strategic partnership with Morocco’s National Tourism Office (ONMT).
United Nigeria Airlines Expands Footprint to Ghana in First Regional Service
United Nigeria Airlines is set to mark a major milestone in its growth trajectory with the launch of its first international flights between Nigeria and Ghana, beginning November 10, 2025.
Ethiopian Airlines Resumes Flights to Sudan
Ethiopian Airlines has reinstated its passenger flights to Port Sudan, marking a key step in restoring air connectivity to Sudan’s Red Sea coast after months of suspension triggered by regional insecurity.
Madagascar Airlines CEO Thierry de Bailleul Resigns Amid Internal Discord
Less than two months after the extension of his mandate, Madagascar Airlines CEO Thierry de Bailleul
Libyan Wings Boosts Capacity with Reactivated Airbus A319
Libyan Wings is ramping up its operations as it brings back into service an Airbus A319
Kenya's Astral Aviation shifts toward scheduled cargo operations, evaluates Boeing 777 Freighters
Astral Aviation is entering a new phase of its development with a strategic shift toward scheduled cargo operations
COMESA Fines Kenya Airways and Zambia Airways for Passenger Rights Violations
The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Competition Commission (CCC) has imposed financial penalties on Kenya Airways and Zambia Airways for violations related to passenger rights, following separate investigations into incidents of flight delays and inadequate assistance to affected travelers.
IATA Warns Supply Chain Crisis Costs Airlines $11 Billion
The International Air Transport Association (IATA), in partnership with global management consulting firm Oliver Wyman, has released a new study titled Reviving the Commercial Aircraft Supply Chain, shedding light on the severe impact of ongoing aerospace supply chain disruptions on global airlines. The report, released on Octo
Nigeria’s Elin Group Gains AMO Certification, Expands into Aircraft Maintenance
Elin Group Limited, a Nigerian conglomerate, has achieved a significant milestone in the aviation sector with its aviation arm, Elin Air, securing Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) certification and Operations Specification (OPSPEC)