Air Freight

Johannesburg, South Africa — Hong Kong Air Cargo (HKAC) has been steadily expanding its global network, with recent growth in Asia and Europe creating stronger indirect trade connections for African markets. On 2 September 2025, the carrier increased its Hong Kong–Dhaka service from one to two weekly flights, while between 8Continue Reading

Asia Pacific airlines saw robust cargo demand in July 2025, driven by strong export activity as shippers rushed to move goods ahead of U.S. tariff implementations. According to preliminary traffic figures from the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA), international air cargo demand, measured in freight tonne kilometres (FTK), roseContinue Reading

Uzbekistan-based cargo airline My Freighter has commenced scheduled cargo services with the introduction of a new route linking Shanghai Pudong (PVG) and Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) via its main hub in Tashkent (TAS). The service operates twice weekly using a Boeing 767-300 freighter, offering a total transit time of 17 hours.Continue Reading

Kenya Airways and Air Tanzania have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening regional aviation through expanded cooperation in cargo, training, aircraft maintenance, safety, and innovation. The agreement, signed on July 28 in Dar es Salaam, signals a shift toward collaboration over competition in East Africa’s aviation sector.Continue Reading

Mozambique’s national airline questions Dane Kondic’s ability to fully commit to restructuring efforts amid regional board appointment Mozambique’s national carrier, LAM (Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique), has expressed concern following the appointment of its management committee chair, Dane Kondic, to the board of Air Botswana—a rival regional airline. A Dual RoleContinue Reading

FlySafair has begun adjusting flight schedules for selected routes departing between July 22 and 28, in anticipation of a potential pilot strike. Affected passengers are being notified of the changes. The proactive move comes as salary negotiations between the airline and its pilots—represented by Solidarity—have reached a deadlock. The union,Continue Reading

UK-based autonomous drone specialist Windracers has launched an operational hub in Malawi to demonstrate the capabilities of its ULTRA unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in supporting humanitarian air cargo missions across the region. The new hub is located at Kasungu Airfield in central Malawi and is part of a broader initiativeContinue Reading

ASL Airlines Australia Adds Second Boeing 737-800 Freighter, Underscoring Cargo Sector Growth in Emerging Markets ASL Airlines Australia, part of the Ireland-headquartered ASL Aviation Holdings, has added a second Boeing 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter) to its growing cargo fleet—underscoring how regional air freight is evolving to meet the demands ofContinue Reading

Airports Company South Africa (Acsa) has launched an infrastructure maintenance and capital expansion programme across nine airports in a move to modernise facilities and reinforce long-term economic growth. The state-owned company’s infrastructure programme includes projects ranging from sewerage system repairs to high-tech landing equipment upgrades, reflecting a pivot from pandemicContinue Reading

Global airlines are warning of turbulent times ahead as rising trade barriers and geopolitical tensions threaten to derail the aviation sector’s recovery and broader economic growth. The International Air Transport Association (IATA), which represents more than 80% of global air traffic, has cautioned that growing protectionist policies and tariff disputesContinue Reading