Air Ghana Introduces Wetleased 737-800F, Takes Over DHL Gabon Ops from Allied Air
Air Ghana is strengthening its position in the regional cargo market by taking over freight operations for DHL Gabon
The government grants a new $5.25 million guarantee to Cabo Verde Airlines to finance the lease of its Boeing 737 MAX 8.
Cabo Verde Airlines (TACV), the national flag carrier of Cabo Verde, has been granted a $5.25 million sovereign guarantee by the Cabo Verde government to support its ongoing aircraft leasing operations. The guarantee, formalized through Resolution No. 60/2025, published in the Official Bulletin No. 59, I Series on July 10, 2025, is aimed at reinf
Kenya’s Freedom Airline Adds Wet-Leased Airbus A321 Freighter
Kenyan carrier Freedom Airline continues its expansion by strengthening its capabilities in the cargo segment. The airline has recently signed a wet lease agreement with Egyptian operator Sky
Mozambique’s Pension Fund Considers Equity Stake in Ailing Flag Carrier
The National Institute of Social Security (INSS) in Mozambique has shown interest in acquiring a stake in Mozambique Airlines (LAM), as the struggling national carrier seeks to navigate a prolonged financial crisis.
Ghana Eyes TAP Air Portugal Partnership to Launch New National Airline
Ghana is taking bold steps to revive its national airline, with President John Dramani Mahama announcing plans to explore a strategic partnership with Portugal’s flag carrier, TAP Air Portugal. The announcement came on July 10, 2025, during a meeting with Portugal’s newly appointed ambassador to Ghana, Maria da Conceição de Sousa Pilar.
Kenya Airways Returns Its Boeing 787 Dreamliners to Service and Plans to Acquire Three Narrow-Body Aircraft
Kenya Airways (KQ) plans to gradually return its three Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners to service after they were grounded in late 2024 due to delays in their repair and acquire three single-aisle aircraft by the fourth quarter of 2025. The Kenyan state-owned airline announced this on Monday, July 14, 2025.
Nigeria’s Air Peace Secures Former Kenya Airways Embraer E190
Faced with a significant fleet grounding, Air Peace continues to adapt by turning to the secondary market. The Nigerian carrier is expected to take delivery in the coming days of an Embraer E190 formerly operated by Kenya Airways.
Egypt's Nesma Airlines Takes Delivery of Its 7th Aircraft, a Former China Eastern A320
Egyptian carrier Nesma Airlines continues the steady expansion of its fleet with the addition of a former China Eastern Airlines Airbus A320 — its seventh aircraft to date.
Nigeria’s Startup Kanem Air closes permanently, Sole jet dismantled
Incorporated on January 22, 2021, Nigerian startup Kanem Air aimed to connect Maiduguri, in Borno State, with major cities such as Lagos, Abuja, and Kano. Led by Alhaji Ali Gujja—a native of Borno and a well-known businessman in oil, gas, and construction—Kanem Air’s v
African Airlines Post 19% Revenue Surge in April 2025
African airlines are experiencing a notable resurgence in passenger demand, with revenue and traffic data indicating a firm upward trajectory. According to the African Airlines Association (AFRAA)’s June 2025 performance update, passenger revenues rose by 19% in April 2025 compared to the same period last year.