Africa

Emirates and South African Airways have launched a reciprocal codeshare agreement covering nine new domestic and regional routes

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

Nigeria now requires all arriving and transit passengers to complete an online Health Declaration Form before travel, with thermal screening on arrival

Etihad Airways and Fastjet Zimbabwe have signed an agreement to offer single-ticket travel from August 24, 2026, while planning reciprocal frequent flyer benefits at a later date

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

One of the strongest players in Africa, Brussels Airlines, has inaugurated a direct route to Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, boosting its network of 18 destinations in sub-Saharan Africa

Starting October 25, 2026, the airline will operate a new direct route from Frankfurt to Kuala Lumpur, alongside a number of new destinations in Asia, the USA and Africa

Libya’s Medsky Airways has added Madrid to its growing European network with new direct flights from Tripoli starting today, April 21, 2026

The IATA report for October 2025 indicates a sharp increase in global flight demand, with growth of 6.6% and the highest monthly occupancy figures ever recorded. Find out which region is in the lead

Lufthansa Group's Brussels Airlines is launching direct flights to Kilimanjaro from June 2026, allowing direct access to Africa's highest mountain, famous safari parks, and unique nature experiences

The UAE’s national airline doubles its Nairobi service, adds six new routes, and expands across Africa. Arik De, of Commerce: "We're building a global bridge – with Africa at its heart