Major airport in Africa undergoing £136m revamp – boosting capacity to 700,000

Kenya Signs $1.2 Billion Airport Expansion Deal

Kenya’s government has signed a 154.2 billion Kenyan shilling (1.2 billion) agreement with China Road and Bridge Corporation to expand Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Transport Minister Davis Chirchir announced on Tuesday. The East African nation aims to nearly triple the airport’s annual passenger capacity from 7.5 million to 22 million, strengthening Nairobi’s position as a [] The post Kenya Signs 1.2 Billion Airport Expansion Deal appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Africa’s Aviation Sector Set to Bounce Back Amid Geopolitical Shifts and Route Realignment

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA — Africa’s aviation sector is positioned for a potential recovery as geopolitical tensions ease and global flight routes undergo a significant realignment. A prospective peace agreement between the United States and Iran, coupled with shifting passenger traffic away from traditional Gulf hubs, presents new opportunities for African airlines to stabilize operations, though []

FAA Unveils $1.776 Billion in Airport Grants to Commemorate 250th Anniversary

Many of the airports that received grants are among the busiest in the nation.

XENOPHOBIA: Government Evacuates 424 Ugandans From South Africa

The Government of Uganda has evacuated 424 Ugandan nationals from South Africa following weeks of anti-migrant protests and xenophobic violence. The first batch of returnees, comprising 273 people, including 255 adults and 18 children, arrived at Entebbe International Airport aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight as part of a government-coordinated repatriation programme. A second group of [] The post XENOPHOBIA: Government Evacuates 424 Ugandans From South Africa appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.

Liberia: Delta Air Lines Stops Cargo Flights from Liberia

[New Dawn] -Suspends All Cargo Flights Over Drug Trafficking Fears

Air Peace returns 533 Nigerians as S/Africa evacuation continues

The aircraft landed at the airport's Cargo and Hajj Terminal, where the relevant authorities processed the evacuees. The post Air Peace returns 533 Nigerians as S/Africa evacuation continues appeared first on Vanguard News.

Uganda Repatriates 273 Nationals After Anti-migrant Unrest in South Africa

A total of 273 Ugandan nationals returned home on Friday aboard the first government-funded charter flight under Uganda’s voluntary repatriation programme from South Africa, following recent anti-immigration protests and attacks targeting foreign nationals. Footage captured early Friday showed the evacuees arriving at Entebbe International Airport, clearing passport control and reuniting with their families after disembarking []

Vast 900-hectare airport in Africa named best on the continent for 11th year in a row

The key travel hub sees around 10million passengers per year.

Afoko pushes for airport to transform Upper East into export hub

Renowned Ghanaian businessman and Upper East Region native, Awentami Paul Afoko, has called for the construction of an international airport in the Upper East Region, arguing that it is essential to unlocking the area’s vast agricultural and export potential. Speaking at the Regional Development Framework validation forum in Bolgatanga, Mr Afoko said the region possesses []

271 Nigerians to return from South Africa on Friday morning – FG

Following the need to safeguard the lives of its citizens, the Federal Government has announced that the third evacuation flight for Nigerians voluntarily returning from South Africa will depart Johannesburg at midnight on Thursday with 271 returnees on board. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday by its spokesperson, [] 271 Nigerians to return from South Africa on Friday morning – FG

First batch of 273 Ugandans arrives from South Africa amid unrest

Uganda has launched the first phase of a large-scale evacuation of its citizens from South Africa, bringing home 273 nationals amid rising anti-illegal immigration protests and xenophobic violence. More charter flights are planned as hundreds more Ugandans seek voluntary repatriation.

Zambezi borders reach record import and export values

Zambezi governor Dorothy Kabula-Simushi says there has been a notable increase of cargo passing through the Katima Mulilo and Ngoma borders. This comes as import values reached a record of N71 billion. Export values stood at N20 billion during the 2025/2026 financial year. Kabula-Simushi revealed this during the annual state of the region address on [] The post Zambezi borders reach record import and export values appeared first on The Namibian.

South Sudan gains control of airspace as ICAO approves Juba flight information region

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has approved the establishment of the Juba Flight Information Region (FIR), marking a major milestone in South Sudan’s effort to assume full control over its airspace, 15 years after gaining independence from Sudan, according to the South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA). The approval follows a proposal submitted by [] The post South Sudan gains control of airspace as ICAO approves Juba flight information region appeared first on Eye Radio.

👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Takealot finally delivers

In today's edition: SA’s Takealot is finally profitable || Absa Bank Kenya CEO steps down || Mastercard’s new cybersecurity hub || Cameronian taxi drivers get new ID upgrade

Officials report Soekarno-Hatta major drug trafficking route

Indonesia’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten, has been identified as a high-risk gateway ...

Costa Rica’s Small Hotels Face a New Era as Big Chains Expand

Drive the coastal corridor near Liberia’s airport today and you’ll pass a Four Seasons, a Westin, an Andaz, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, and a Planet Hollywood within a relatively short stretch of Guanacaste shoreline. Drive two hours south to Manuel Antonio, or out to the Osa Peninsula, or up into Monteverde, and you won’t find a [] The post Costa Rica’s Small Hotels Face a New Era as Big Chains Expand appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Brazil-New Zealand direct flights worth pursuing, airport chief says

Brazil-New Zealand direct flights worth pursuing, airport chief says

Major €1.154 Billion Upgrade Planned for Alicante-Elche Airport

Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport is preparing for a major transformation as part of a 1.154 billion investment programme aimed at expanding capacity, improving passenger facilities and strengthening transport links to one of Spain’s busiest tourist gateways. The project comes as the airport continues to experience strong growth, driven by rising demand from both international visitors [] The post Major 1.154 Billion Upgrade Planned for Alicante-Elche Airport appeared first on The Leader - The No. 1 Spanish Newspaper - Spain News, Sport, Spanish Property for Sale, Business Directory, Classifieds, and Advertising.

Export or lose out – Afoko demands Airport for Upper East region

Renowned Ghanaian businessman and an indigene of the Upper East Region, Awentami Paul Afoko, has called for the construction of an international airport in the Upper East Region, arguing that it is critical to unlocking the region’s agricultural and export potential. Addressing stakeholders at the Regional Development Framework validation forum in Bolgatanga, Mr. Afoko said The post Export or lose out – Afoko demands Airport for Upper East region appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

First look at world’s largest airport opening in Dubai with a £26 billion price tag

First look at world’s largest airport opening in Dubai with a £26 billion price tag

Africa Guide: A big look at a big continent

With direct flights between Perth and Johannesburg, and one-stop flights to north Africa, there are many reasons to visit, and to visit many times

Portrait de MOHAMED BANGOURA « BANKS » : « Les ressources naturelles créent des opportunités » !

À l’heure où la Guinée connaît une phase de transformation économique sans précédent, portée notamment par les grands projets structurants et les ambitions de développement du pays, une question essentielle se pose : comment transformer ces opportunités en prospérité durable pour les populations ? C’est à cette réflexion que Mohamed Bangoura « Banks » consacre plus de [] The post Portrait de MOHAMED BANGOURA « BANKS » : « Les ressources naturelles créent des opportunités » ! first appeared on Guineematin.com.

Why would Filipinos holiday at home if abroad is cheaper?

Earlier this year, a screenshot of a domestic airfare went viral in the Philippines for all the wrong reasons. The flight was from Manila to Batanes, the country’s remote northern tip. The price: 27,000 pesos (US440) – enough to fly to Taipei or Hanoi, check into a decent hotel and still have money for dinner. That disconnect sits awkwardly alongside Manila’s latest effort to rev up domestic travel. On Friday, the Department of Tourism launched “Discover More to Love”, a campaign of discounted...

20 fun airports so good they're worth showing up early for

The world's best airports have art installations, rooftop pools, butterfly gardens, and transit hotels worth booking even on a short layover

Alicante Airport set for €1.15bn transformation with new terminal that finally gives Brits their own fast-track lane

BRITS travelling to and from the Costa Blanca will soon enjoy smoother journeys after a 1 billion overhaul of Alicante Airport was given the green light. Spanish airport operator Aena

Established direct Airline between Sarajevo and Ankara

As of today, Sarajevo International Airport is richer for another extremely important destination. Today, the first plane from Ankara with 179 passengers landed ceremoniously at Sarajevo Airport, officially establishing the first direct airline between the capitals of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Republic of Turkey. This line brings a great improvement in air traffic, and [] The post Established direct Airline between Sarajevo and Ankara appeared first on Sarajevo Times.

Le Ghana et l'Afrique du Sud en conflit diplomatique après la mort d'un migrant

Des ressortissants ghanéens rapatriés d'Afrique du Sud en raison des inquiétudes liées aux troubles attendent à l'aéroport international d'Accra à leur arrivée à Accra, Ghana ...

Four Egyptian cities top Africa’s hotel development pipeline

A new report by W Hospitality Group has placed four Egyptian cities among Africa’s ten most attractive destinations for hotel investment, highlighting the country’s growing role in the regional tourism industry. Greater Cairo ranked first, with 80 projects totaling 16,400 rooms. Expansion is driven by Accor, Marriott, Hilton, and InterContinental, alongside Minor and Hyatt. Around [] The post Four Egyptian cities top Africa’s hotel development pipeline appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

The victims of the outbreak of xenophobic violence in South Africa: ‘Even in front of the police they can beat you up and no one protects you’

Hundreds of migrants and refugees are camping out on the streets of Durban, defenseless against the harassment. Thousands have begun returning to their countries of origin

See the routes approved for Air Peace flights, Brazil, three destinations on the radar

Air Peace gets nod for direct flights between Nigeria and Brazil, marking a pivotal step in its global expansion to connect Africa with new routes.

SpiceJet reduces flights by 44% amid operational challenges

Airline pares capacity as leased aircraft are returned; expansion planned from October