AFRAA SkyConnect Dialogues on Beyond the Engine - How OEM partnerships are shaping airline performance in Africa | 11 March | 2:00pm EAT (11:00am UTC) - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 11th March 2026)     Welcome to the 2026 AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues session where industry leaders discuss critical matters and how to forge a way forward with practical and actionable solutions. The March Edition of the AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues will host Mr. Kaval Shah, Regional Sales Manager on Wednesday, 10 March […]

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Register Today | 14th Aviation Stakeholders Convention and 3rd African Safety Summit | 17 - 20 May | Johannesburg, South Africa - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 06th March 2026)     The AFRAA 14th Aviation Stakeholders Convention and the 3rd African Aviation Safety and Operations Summit are set to bring together Africa’s aviation leaders to Johannesburg – South Africa in May 2026. The Convention and Safety Summit are proudly being hosted by South African Airways under the high patronage […]

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Maureen Wanjiku Kahonge appointed to Director Commercial and Communications at AFRAA - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 21st February 2025)     ATCNews is happy to announce the promotion of Maureen Wanjiku Kahonge to the position of Director, Commercial & Communications at the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), effective February 2026. With over 15 years of aviation experience, Maureen will lead commercial growth, strengthen partnerships and enhance #AFRAA’s visibility across Africa […]

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AFRAA SkyConnect Dialogues on Fixing the Implementation Gaps to make SAATM a reality | 18 February | 2:00pm EAT (11:00am UTC) - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 17th February 2026)     Welcome to the 2026 AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues session where industry leaders discuss critical matters and how to forge a way forward with practical and actionable solutions. The February Edition of the AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues will host Dr. Paul-Antoine Ganemtore, Secretary/Head of the Dispute Settlement Mechanism (DSM) […]

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Join Aviation Leaders at the 14th Aviation Stakeholders Convention and 3rd African Safety Summit | 17 - 20 May | Johannesburg, South Africa - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 14th February 2026)     Johannesburg is calling! The AFRAA 14th Aviation Stakeholders Convention and the 3rd African Aviation Safety and Operations Summit are set to bring together Africa’s aviation leaders to Johannesburg – South Africa in May 2026. The Convention and Safety Summit are proudly being hosted by South African Airways under […]

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Network, Showcase Your Organization at the African MRO Conference 2026 | 29 - 31 March | Addis Ababa - Ethiopia - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 06th February 2026)     REGISTER HERE     The African Airlines Association (AFRAA), in partnership with the four leading African MROs: Ethiopian MRO, Egyptian Maintenance & Engineering, Kenya Airways MRO, and South African Airways Technical, is proud to launch the African MRO Conference, the premier annual event dedicated to advancing Maintenance, Repair, and […]

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Registration Now Open - Attend the Inaugural African MRO Event, 29 - 31 March 2026, Addis Ababa - Ethiopia - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 30th January 2026)       Inaugural African MRO Conference This landmark event, which will be hosted by Ethiopian MRO from 29–31 March 2026 at the Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.   REGISTRATION IS OPEN   The African Airlines Association (AFRAA), in partnership with the four leading African MROs: Ethiopian MRO, Egyptian Maintenance & Engineering, Kenya Airways MRO, […]

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January Edition: AFRAA Virtual Industry Affairs Briefing, Wednesday, 28 January at 10h00 UTC / 13h00 EAT (UTC+3) - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 27th January 2026)     Compliments from AFRAA! As part of AFRAA’s commitment to advocate for member airlines’ interests and keep them informed of the developments in the airline industry, the Secretariat hosts an Industry Affairs briefing webinar series every last Wednesday of the month. After each session, AFRAA generates a monthly report on […]

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Highlights from AGA 57 - Sustainable Skies & Connected Africa - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 24th December 2025)     Sustainable Skies, Connected Africa: A New Era for African Aviation We are pleased to share the Special Edition Newsletter covering the highlights of the 57th AFRAA Annual General Assembly (AGA) held recently in Luanda, Angola. Hosted by TAAG Angola Airlines under the theme “Sustainable Skies, Connected Africa,” this year’s assembly gathered 516 delegates from 49 countries to shift the industry’s […]

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Afraa Al-Noaimi alla Prima della Scala tra moda e cultura La designer ha optato per una linea fluida e minimalista, arricchita da ricami tono su tono che valorizzavano il movimento del tessuto

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AFRAA Marks New Era of African Aviation as Free Route Airspace Takes Flight in West and Central Africa - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 09th December 2025)     The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) heralds a transformative milestone in African aviation with the full operational deployment of Free Route Airspace (FRA) in the Western and Central Africa (WACAF) region, effective 30 October 2025. This landmark achievement, transitioning from successful trials initiated in November 2023, will allow any airline […]

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Save the Date: The Inaugural African MRO Conference, 29 – 31 March 2026, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 27th November 2025)   The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and four leading MRO service providers—Ethiopian MRO, Egyptian Maintenance & Engineering, Kenya Airways MRO, and South African Airways Technical are pleased to announce the launch of the African MRO Conference. The premier annual conference and exhibition is dedicated to advancing Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul […]

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Stand Out at AFRAA 57th AGA: Showcase, Connect and Grow Your Network - 30 November - 02 December, Luanda - Angola - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 04th November 2025)     Partner with the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) as a sponsor or exhibitor at the 57th Annual General Assembly (AGA) taking place from 30 November – 02 December 2025 in Luanda, Angola. Under the theme “Sustainable Skies, Connected Africa,” this year’s AGA will convene over 500 senior executives and key decision-makers from airlines, regulatory bodies, manufacturers, and service providers across […]

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The Countdown Is On - Just One Month to AFRAA’s 57th AGA, 30th November - 02 December, Luanda - Angola - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 02nd November 2025)     The countdown is on — just one month to go until the AFRAA 57th Annual General Assembly takes place in Luanda, Angola! Have you registered yet? Don’t miss out on this premier gathering of Africa’s aviation leaders, experts, and stakeholders.  Register now to secure your seat: Click here to register  Special Travel & […]

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Agenda Sneak Peek: What’s New at AFRAA 57th AGA - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 09th October 2025)     We’re excited to share a first look at the agenda for the AFRAA 57th Annual General Assembly (AGA) — taking place from 30 November to 02 December 2025 in Luanda, Angola. Under the theme “Sustainable Skies, Connected Africa,” this year’s programme is packed with insightful sessions, high-level discussions, and networking opportunities designed to drive actionable change across […]

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AFRAA’s Abderahmane Berthé & Maureen Kahonge talk safety, taxes, blocked funds & the future of African aviation, with African Pilot Magazine.

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Sustainable Skies, Connected Africa – Be Part of AFRAA’s 57th AGA, November 30 - 02 December, Luanda - Angola - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 25th September 2025)     Join us for the 57th Annual General Assembly (AGA) and Summit of the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), hosted by TAAG Angola under the high patronage of the Government of Angola. This year’s theme: “Sustainable Skies, Connected Africa.”   Why Attend?   Insightful Discussions – Hear from airline CEOs & global aviation leaders. Exhibition […]

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Seabury Aviation Partners Joins African Airlines Association’s Partnership Program - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 05th September 2025)     Seabury Aviation Partners (“Seabury”), a leading global aviation advisory firm, has joined the Partnership Program of the African Airlines Association (“AFRAA”), the p...

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AFRAA SkyConnect Dialogues on Technology & Innovation for seamless air travel, 03 September, 11H00 UTC - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 02nd September 2025)     The September Edition of the AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues will host Mr. Nicanor Sabula, CEO – Kenya Association of Travel Agents, Wednesday, 03 September at 1...

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Save the Date: The 14th Aviation Stakeholders Convention and 3rd African Aviation Safety and Operations Summit, 17 - 20 May 2026 - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 28th August 2025)     The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and South African Airways are pleased to inform all esteemed members, partners and air transport industry stakeholders that the 1...

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AAIS 2025 | Partner with Africa’s Premier Aviation Innovation Summit - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 16th August 2025)     You are invited to join us for the Africa Aviation Innovation Summit (AAIS) 2025, taking place on November 6th-7th, 2025, in Diani, Kenya. AAIS is the leading event for a...

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Register Now - AFRAA 57 AGA, 30 Nov - 02 December, Luanda - Angola - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 15th August 2025)     Get ready for Africa’s biggest aviation gathering of the year!  The African Airlines Association invites you to the 57th Annual General Assembly (AGA) and Summit of the A...

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AFRAA SkyConnect Dialogues on SAF Pathway for Africa, Wed 06 August, 11:00 UTC (14:00 EAT) - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 06th August 2025)   The August Edition of the AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues will host Sharon Mahony, Associate – Sustainable Aviation, Envisa and Mr. Serguei Poppeleer, CEO – Bleriot H...

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African airlines’ performance updates by AFRAA, June 2025 - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 12th July 2025)   Africa’s aviation industry remains resilient, with sustained growth in passenger traffic and enhanced operational efficiency. Key drivers include expanded routes, better conn...

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AFRAA Taxes and Charges Study in African Aviation — What the Data Shows - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 02nd July 2025)     The aviation industry remains a critical driver of global economic growth—connecting people, goods, and economies across borders. Yet, the sector continues to bear the heav...

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AFRAA SkyConnect Dialogues on Airline Product Distribution in Africa, Wed 02 July, 11:00 UTC (14:00 EAT) - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 01st July 2025)     The July Edition of the AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues will host Mr. Hassan Aurag, Brand Ambassador Africa & Middle East, Hitit and Mr. Michael Francois, Managing Di...

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AFRAA Virtual Industry Affairs Briefing, Wednesday, 25 June at 10h00 UTC / 13h00 EAT (UTC+3) - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 25th June 2025)     As part of our ongoing commitment to advocate for our member airlines and keep you informed of key developments in the airline industry, the AFRAA Secretariat hosts a month...

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