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Minister Tyler described the launch of the SAATM as a “bold new era” for aviation in Africa, highlighting Liberia's commitment to promoting regional integration through comprehensive air transport reforms. MONTROVIA – Liberian Minister of Transport Sarri Flarf Tyler has reaffirmed the country's full support for the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM), a transformational initiative aimed at liberalizing airspace across the continent. By Willie N. Toppa (Email protection) Speaking to Frontpay Gae Frika from Abuja on Thursday, Minister Tyler described the launch of SAATM as a “bold new era” for African Airlines, highlighting Liberia's commitment to advance regional integration through…

European airlines have caused confusion by focusing on hundreds of flights this summer. Swiss Airlines International (also known as Switzerland) suddenly cancelled 1,400 trips and denounced the decision on a shortage of pilots and fleets. The suspension is expected to continue until October.Experts at AirAdvisor say the move has “rip-over effects” in Europe and beyond, and could affect 50,000 UK travelers. This is because Switzerland currently operates direct flights to four major airports: London Heathrow, London City, Manchester and Edinburgh. Approximately 10-15 UK flights are run by Swiss per day, with the majority predicted to be away from London's Heathrow,…

EasyJet and Ryanair, along with five other airlines, face the prospect of new penalties for baggage claims. The two airlines have rejected the claim that they “abuse” passengers and fl on EU regulations regarding cabin bag policies.Both EasyJet and Ryanair are located in the crosshairs of the 12 European Consumer Organizations (BEUC) and its 16 member organizations that filed official complaints with the European Commission, and could pose substantial fines for seven related airlines. BEUC is requesting a “EU-wide investigation” into the practice of leviing additional charges for carry-on baggage. Last year, Spanish consumer and user organizations (OCUs) imposed 179…

About UM6P: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University is an institution dedicated to research and innovation in Africa, aiming to position itself among world-renowned universities in its field. A mechanism that allows Morocco's forefront position in these areas with a unique partnership-based approach to enhance skills training related to Africa's future. Located in Bengeril city, in the heart of Green City, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University aims to retain its mark nationwide, continental and globally. About Mali Space: The Morocco Aerospace Research Institute is a major hub for aerospace innovation and exploration. As Morocco's Aerospace Innovation and Exploration Centre, Marispace is committed to…

About UM6P: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University is an institution dedicated to research and innovation in Africa, aiming to position itself among world-renowned universities in its field. A mechanism that allows Morocco's forefront position in these areas with a unique partnership-based approach to enhance skills training related to Africa's future. Located in Bengeril city, in the heart of Green City, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University aims to retain its mark nationwide, continental and globally. About Mali Space: The Morocco Aerospace Research Institute is a major hub for aerospace innovation and exploration. As Morocco's Aerospace Innovation and Exploration Centre, Marispace is committed to…

About UM6P: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University is an institution dedicated to research and innovation in Africa, aiming to position itself among world-renowned universities in its field. A mechanism that allows Morocco's forefront position in these areas with a unique partnership-based approach to enhance skills training related to Africa's future. Located in Bengeril city, in the heart of Green City, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University aims to retain its mark nationwide, continental and globally. About Mali Space: The Morocco Aerospace Research Institute is a major hub for aerospace innovation and exploration. As Morocco's Aerospace Innovation and Exploration Centre, Marispace is committed to…

Saber has revealed a new multi-year distribution agreement with Lift, one of South Africa's fastest growing airlines.Through this strategic partnership, Lift's domestic content is now available through the Saber Travel Marketplace.Founded in 2020, Lift quickly established itself as a premium low-cost carrier with a flexible customer-first approach. Flights between Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban allow the airline to accommodate both leisure and business travelers. Lift's onboard experience – including dog-friendly flights and unlimited servings of premium South African coffee from Vida ECaffè – helped build strong brand affinity in the South African market. In 2024, Lift reported on its continued…

Why are winter holidays different? While summer often steals the spotlight when it comes to booking holiday, South African winter deserves its own standing ovation. Many of us tend to clutch bottles of hot water indoors and dodge the cold like a tax guy, but winter is actually the best time for local travel. Think of it as few crowds, large open spaces, and less expensive for wallets to cry. It's an underrated season with serious main character energy. Nick Dickson, a group custodian at Dream Hotels & Resorts, said, “The South African winter is part of the best time…

SAN DIEGO (AP) – A private jet carrying music talent agents and five other five people slammed power lines in foggy weather early Thursday, crashing into a San Diego neighborhood, hitting a home and killing multiple people while flying.As the house rolled down the city, wrapped in flames and jet fuel, half a dozen vehicles caught fire, and residents near the US Navy-owned home were woken up by a violent crash just before 4am and a subsequent explosion. Outside their window they saw the fire wall.”There's absolutely no word to describe what the scene looks like, but it was pretty…

African countries under the African Union (AU) since 2018 have lamented what to do about continental integration and economic growth. But they're really forgetting how to bring people to people and not block trade across boundaries, Bridget Chied Onochy reports. Seven years after adopting the African Union (AU) protocol for the Convention on Residence and Free Movement of Establishment, its poor compliance cost the continent an estimated $22 billion a year. The 2024 Africa Visa Openness Report highlighted the contradictions between member countries' exploration of the AU for regional integration and visa restrictions, and also notified that an additional $200…