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Eng. Ayman Arab will give keynote speech at airport leaders' premier gatheringBy Mohamed AttiaEgypt reaffirmed the growing influence in the African aviation industry at the 73rd Airport Council (ACI Africa) conference and exhibition currently underway in Arusha, Tanzania. The event, which will be held from April 24th to 30th, 2025, brings together top airport executives, policymakers and international aviation organizations across the continent.Egypt is represented by a high-level delegation from Egyptian holding companies for air voyages and Egypt, led by Chairman Eng. Iman Faussie Arab. The delegation is actively involved in all the Technology, Security, Environment, Economics, Innovation and Personnel…

Ethiopian Airlines CEO Mesphine Tasseu speaks at the Ethiopian Airlines Forum (Photo: SM)by: getahun tsegayeStaff reporter Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The Ethiopian Airlines Forum officially opened at the Ethiopia Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa this week, convening global aviation leaders, government officials, aircraft manufacturers and industry stakeholders for a discussion centered on the future of African aviation. Hosted by Ethiopian airlines, the event provides a platform to explore sector opportunities and challenges, focusing on promoting regional integration, technological innovation and sustainable growth. The forum will be held until April 25th, 2025.In his opening remarks, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew…

The US Disc Counter Spirit Airlines are approved by the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) because they were relisted a few months after filing bankruptcy protections and being removed from the exchange. Spirit stocks will begin trading under the ticker symbol on April 29th, under the ticker symbol, not the previous save symbol. Newly installed CEO Dave Davis on April 24 called the NYSE list “an important next step in the ongoing transformation of the spirit.” The exchange was determined in November that Spirit's stocks were “no longer suitable for listings.” This is a decision the company did not appeal.…

wia dis foto comes from, Getty ImagesArticle informationauthor, Priya Sippyrole, BBC News AfricaApril 25, 2025Nigeria Airport sees Kasala after Nimet, a meteorological agency in the country, attacks unpaid wages.Flight delays and cancellations will occur at Lagos, Abuja and Kano airports.Nymet workers marched for Di Street in Lagos, and Whit Placardway reads “There is no weather, no flight. Fly at your own risk.”One airline, United Nigeria Airlines, says Dem Bin Dey is finding alternative sources of weather information. AnodaAirline, Air Peace and Bin will announce DI halts for all flight operations on Thursday.Di Strike Don Dey was cancelled for two weeks…

Morocco began the second phase of its high-speed rail network, expanding its existing lines from the city of Kenitra to Marrakech. With nearly $10 billion in investment (96 billion Dirhams), the project continues one of the few actively expanding infrastructures, making Morocco the operational high-speed rail system and the only African country. The launch, held at Rabato Agdal Station on April 24th, was led by King Mohammed VI. This extension is designed to add a new 430km track and improve travel between three major economic and administratively important cities: Labat, Casablanca and Marrakech. The new service will reduce travel time…

Rwanda is the top of a list of 10 countries where it is almost impossible to obtain a visa. While it's difficult to get a US visa if you're from an African country, Rwanda was nominated as the country that will be the hardest to move to the US from 2025, the Irish star reported that he cited a recent study by Brooks Law Firm, which analyzed immigration scenarios after Donald Trump became president. The Trump administration has launched a major crackdown on immigrants, arresting and ousting them. It argues that US visas are privileges, not qualifications, and must be…

Egypt has announced an extension of its 96-hour free shipping visa program by the end of April 2026. This is an initiative that allows layover passengers to explore the country without fees or complicated documents. The Egyptian government has announced an extension of the 96-hour free transportation visa initiative granted to passengers stopping at the country's international airport until the end of April 2026. “The approval will be made as part of the Ministry of Tourism and Bone's ongoing efforts to expand facilities and attract more inbound tourists from various markets,” the official report of the Cabinet's weekly meeting states.…

Located in the northeastern UK, the town is home to the world's largest cherry blossom tree.Next to Alnwick Castle in Northumberland, the Alnwick Garden features 329 of these stunning trees and blooms for up to two weeks between April and May. Sun cherry blossoms, also known as “Great White,” are famous for their long 7cm clusters of snow-like flowers, as described on the Alnwick Garden website.Social media user Olivia, also known as The Notorist, shared a fascinating video from Tiktok. The 7-second clip reveals a narrow path surrounded by sun cherry trees and an attractive swing bench where visitors can…

It was a country that surged into the news this week after Pope Francis' death, and I had the opportunity to visit the Vatican City just a few years ago.According to Britannica, the Vatican city is the smallest country in the world. The measurements, which are only 0.17 square miles, are even smaller than the next Sumar rivals, Tax Haven Monaco (0.8 square miles) and the remote Pacific Island Nauru (8 square miles).Vatican cities are not independent, sovereign states, which are members of the United Nations themselves, but the city-state microstates have their own flags and, according to the complex…

Ryanair passengers can be hit with a large fee if they can't print boarding passes for flights in three specific countries. The airline has announced that digital boarding passes will not be accepted in these countries.Despite plans to introduce a digital-only system from November, Ryanair plans to reduce costs and reduce carbon emissions. However, some airports do not support these types of paths. This means that if you want to fly from certain airports in Türkiye, Morocco or Albania, your customer will need to print your pass.Despite about 80% of passengers who have already opted for digital systems, those who…