Africa Expansion

Norwegian Cruise Line has appointed Gary Anslow as Vice President for the Middle East and Africa, replacing Kevin Bubolz in the regional role

Air Arabia will launch daily nonstop flights between Sharjah and Frankfurt on December 15, 2026, adding its second German destination after Munich

International cruise company Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has appointed Gary Anslow as Vice President for the company's operations in the Middle East and Africa region

August will bring new heat waves across the country, with extreme temperatures expected in the south and Sicily. Northern Italy is preparing for severe thunderstorms, hail and strong winds

Etihad signed partnership agreements with three airlines in July 2026, significantly expanding connectivity across Southern, West, and Central Africa

New cooperation between Etihad and Africa World Airlines will connect West Africa to Etihad's global network of 118 destinations

Etihad Airways and Air Peace sign a new interline deal, connecting travelers to 20 destinations across Nigeria, West and Central Africa

Scientists have identified a new monkey species in the Congo rainforest, marking only the fifth such discovery in Africa in the past 75 years

IATA said demand fell 2.2% year-on-year in May as Middle Eastern carriers recorded a 28.8% drop in international traffic

Thailand is boosting efforts to attract South African tourists with a new roadshow and Emirates partnership as long-haul travel demand continues to rise

Etihad signed partnership agreements with three airlines in July 2026, significantly expanding connectivity across Southern, West, and Central Africa

New cooperation between Etihad and Africa World Airlines will connect West Africa to Etihad's global network of 118 destinations