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Dakar, Senegal (AP) – President Donald Trump has 12 countries banned citizens It cites national security concerns in the revival and expansion of distinctive policies from his first semester, which have little impact on people in Africa and the Middle Eastern, from entry into the US and restrictions on access to seven other people.The ban, announced Wednesday, would apply to citizens of Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, the Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen. The enhanced restrictions also apply to people in Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan and Venezuela. The policy will…

FCG OPS has announced the acquisition of Astra Aviation, an established ground services company with a broad presence throughout Africa. This strategic move marks a key milestone in the expansion plan for the FCG OPS, strengthening the service footprint in sub-Saharan Africa, allowing for the delivery of high-quality ground handling and trip support services. Founded in 2005, Astra Aviation has over 20 years of operational experience in Africa. The company is widely recognized for its deep regional knowledge, industry-leading standards and trustworthy partnerships within the local aviation sector. Focusing on African markets, Astra Airlines has become a favourable partner for…

The twenty first century has seen a marked reduction in the role of governments in airport ownership and management, in a shift deemed as airport “privatisation”. This has been part of a broader trend towards the globalisation and privatisation of commercially driven businesses managed by the state, as well as a response to the financial difficulties states face in the development of airports. Whilst the increased private participation in the provision of airport services can take various forms, from management contracts and concessions, to public-private partnerships (PPP), it is worth noting that these models rarely involve complete privatisation.  The movement…

Levo Fara is in the Cooking Crusades. Pretoriaist-based chefs and restaurateurs are determined to address the root causes of persistent problems related to unhealthy eating habits. “Our ancestors fully understood that we live in a balanced way with the natural world,” she says. Phala was born and raised in the village of Mohlaletse in Ga Sekhukhune, Limpopo, and graduated from the school's Pretoria campus five years ago, holding a culinary diploma from Capsicum Culinary Studio. She is the founder and executive chef of HL Culinary, located in Pretoriaist and specializes in Indigenous Epicurean experiences of fine dining. She is also…

Lesson BOC Aviation has signed a lease agreement with Avianca, the Latin American operator of New Airbus A320neos. The long-term lease agreement covers nine A320Neos equipped with the CFM International Leap-1A engine. The first of the nine jets will be released in 2027, adds The Lersor. The transaction follows a 2020 order by BOC Aviation for the new A320Neos, of which 10 have been placed in Avianca. According to airline business data, the airline has 47 A320neos in its fleet. “We're looking forward to seeing you in the world,” said Steven Townend, chief of BOC Aviation. Source link

As Air India is looking to expand its global network, it has signed numerous partnership agreements with airlines in Europe, Central Asia and Africa. National Carrier has signed a new codeshare agreement with Iceland Air and added the code to the latter flight between Reykjavik and eight European points, including London Heathrow, Paris and Milan. Iceland Air will then codeshare AirInd-operated flights from Delhi and Mumbai to five European cities. “This strategic partnership strengthens travel and trade ties between India and Iceland, ensuring a seamless travel experience with convenient connection times, unified baggage allowances and increased connectivity through major European…

Victoria Born and Hafsa HalilBBC NewsWatch: President Trump announces travel ban from “high-risk regions”Donald Trump has signed a ban on travel to the United States from 12 countries, citing national security risks.There are also seven countries where citizens face partial travel restrictions.The US president said the list could be revised if “material improvements” were made, but other countries could add “the threats will appear all over the world.” This is the second time he has ordered a ban on travel from a particular country. He signed a similar order during his first term in office in 2017.Which countries are affected?Trump…

Attorneys for 16 families of the fatal Boeing 737 Max Crash victims told the BBC that the deal between the aviation giant and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is “morally rebellious.”The company said in its application Wednesday it agreed to pay $1.1 billion (£811.5 million) to prevent it from being charged with two crashes that killed 346 people.Sanjiv Singh, an attorney for some families of the victims of the 2018 crash crash in Indonesia, said the transaction allows the company to “avoid true criminal liability.”Boeing previously said, “We are deeply sorry for their losses and continue to be committed…

Skip next section Trump ‘disappointed’ by Musk’s criticism of ‘big, beautiful bill’06/05/2025June 5, 2025Trump ‘disappointed’ by Musk’s criticism of ‘big, beautiful bill’Image: Kevin Lamarque/REUTERSUS President Donald Trump said he didn’t know if his “great relationship” with Elon Musk would remain the same after the billionaire criticized his key tax and spending legislation, which the president labels the “big, beautiful bill.” “Look, Elon and I had a great relationship. I don’t know if we will anymore. I was surprised,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office during a press conference with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.  Trump was responding to a question…

President Donald Trump has signed a new travel ban targeting 19 countries that block or restrict access to US visas for millions of people around the world. Orders effective Monday include a complete suspension of travel from 12 countries and partial restrictions to seven more countries. If you are in one of the countries affected (or have family or employees), here is what the new policy means to you, what kind of visa will be affected, and who may still qualify for an exception. Who is affected by the new travel ban? Trump's declaration divides the target country into two…