Nigeria’s largest carrier, Air Peace, has scored a major diplomatic and commercial victory with the approval from Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) to operate scheduled passenger, cargo and mail services to the South American giant. The clearance, contained in ANAC Ordinance No. 19.449/2026, marks another significant milestone in the airline’s bold global expansion strategy and opens the door for the first-ever direct air connectivity between Nigeria and Brazil operated by a Nigerian carrier. For African travel professionals tracking how the continent’s aviation map is being redrawn, this development is one…
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Africa’s regional aviation map is set for a significant reshaping as Air Peace, West Africa’s leading airline and Nigeria’s foremost carrier, prepares to launch scheduled services linking Lagos with four strategic capitals across the continent. From 1 August 2026, the airline will begin operations to Douala in Cameroon, Libreville in Gabon, Bamako in Mali, and Conakry in Guinea, opening fresh corridors for trade, tourism and cross-border commerce that travel professionals across sub-Saharan Africa have long awaited.The announcement marks another defining chapter in Air Peace’s ambitious continental expansion strategy. By layering these…
In a development that will be closely followed across West Africa’s aviation community, Air Côte d’Ivoire has officially brought one of its Airbus A320neo aircraft back into active service after nearly a year of storage in France. The repatriation of the jet marks a significant step for the Ivorian flag carrier, which is currently navigating a delicate balance between fleet constraints and an ambitious growth agenda that includes long-haul ambitions.The aircraft in question had been parked in France for close to twelve months, sidelined during a period when the airline faced mounting operational…
Cameroon has taken a decisive step toward modernising its railway sector by launching a search for a specialist consultant to update the country’s National Railway Master Plan. The initiative, driven by the Ministry of Transport through the Regional Project for the Improvement of the Performance of the Douala–N’Djamena Rail/Road Corridor, signals a renewed commitment to positioning rail transport at the heart of national development and regional connectivity.The assignment carries significant implications for Central Africa’s transport landscape. Rather than treating railway infrastructure as an isolated engineering exercise, Cameroonian authorities are seeking to…
Brussels Airlines has announced an ambitious cultural initiative that will see contemporary African art travel across the continent before reaching Europe. The project, titled AfriConnections, represents a significant investment in cultural exchange and offers fresh perspectives on how airlines can contribute to African creative industries beyond simply transporting passengers.The travelling exhibition will make stops in Kinshasa, Abidjan, Yaoundé and Dakar throughout 2026 before concluding its journey in Brussels. Each city will host the collection at major museums and established cultural venues, lending institutional weight to the initiative and ensuring…
The Republic of Congo’s aviation landscape stands on the brink of significant transformation as a new privately backed airline prepares to commence commercial operations, introducing competition on the country’s most vital domestic air corridor. Brazza Airlines, supported by French investment interests, will launch scheduled services on 21 April 2026, connecting Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire with an all-Embraer fleet and ambitions that extend well beyond this initial route.The arrival of this new operator carries substantial implications for travel professionals serving Central African markets. For years, domestic connectivity within Congo has remained constrained, with limited…
The Republic of Congo’s national airline, Equatorial Congo Airlines (ECAir), has announced the resumption of commercial flights following a prolonged period of inactivity. This development marks a significant moment for the Central African nation as it seeks to restore reliable air connectivity between its two most important cities.The carrier is set to operate once again on the critical Brazzaville to Pointe-Noire corridor, a route that serves as the essential artery linking Congo’s political capital with its bustling economic centre. For business travellers, government officials, and trade professionals operating within the region, this…
A delegation from Ghana has returned home with fresh business connections and a strengthened resolve to promote intra-African tourism after taking part in a major regional trade event held recently in Cameroon. The Tour Operators Union of Ghana, commonly known as TOUGHA, used the occasion to engage with industry professionals from across the continent and position the West African nation as a leading destination for travellers.The fifth edition of the Cameroon International Tourism Fair took place over three days in the coastal city of Limbe. The gathering attracted more than forty international delegates…
The coastal city of Limbe has welcomed hundreds of tourism professionals and delegates for the opening of a major industry gathering that seeks to position Cameroon as a leading destination on the international stage. The fifth edition of the Cameroon International Tourism Fair commenced at the renowned Limbe Botanic Garden, bringing together government representatives, private sector participants, and visiting delegations under the banner of uniting tourism, culture, and commerce.Organised through a partnership between Flora Travel and Tour Company Limited and the Limbe City Council, the event marks an important moment…
Equatorial Guinea is advancing plans to revitalise its national carrier Ceiba Intercontinental following strategic discussions between government officials and representatives from European aircraft manufacturer ATR. The Central African nation aims to finalise an order for new turboprop aircraft by mid-year as part of broader efforts to restore domestic connectivity and strengthen regional aviation presence.High-level meetings in Malabo have focused on the potential acquisition of four to five ATR 72-600 aircraft, the latest variant of the popular regional turboprop. These modern aircraft would replace ageing equipment and provide the reliability needed…