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Capacity Building Workshop on the Yamoussoukro Decision Institutional and Regulatory Texts for African Airlines, 29th to 30th September 2021

The African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC) and the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), is organizing a Capacity Building Workshop on dissemination of the Yamoussoukro Decision Regulatory texts dedicated to African Airlines. The Workshop, which will be in virtual format on Zoom platform and hosted by AFRAA Secretariat from 29th  to 30th  September 2021, is in response to the Decision establishing the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM), a critical AU Agenda 2063 flagship project [Assembly/AU/Dec.665 (XXX)]. The Decision requests the AUC to undertake Capacity Building of Member States, RECs, and other key aviation stakeholders on the application of Yamoussoukro Decision (YD) institutional and regulatory Texts.

The YD instruments which also constitute the regulatory framework of the SAATM, are: (i) Powers and Functions of the Executing Agency (EA), (ii) Competition Regulations, (iii) Consumer protection Regulations, and (iv) Dispute Settlement Mechanism, which is currently at advanced stage of elaboration. The workshop is open to all African Airlines including those which are not yet members of AFRAA in order to ensure wider dissemination on YD regulatory texts and the benefits of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM).

In view of the aforesaid, we would like to kindly invite you to nominate two experts involved in the implementation of air transport regulations and confirm their participation in the workshop by registering at your earliest convenience through this link:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LOMwwU0MSMGpKglZiSN8nA

Concept Note
The 30th Ordinary Summit of the African Union Assembly of Heads of States and Government summit held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in January 2018 adopted the Institutional and Regulatory Instruments of the Yamoussoukro Decision (YD). The adopted Texts being the Powers and Functions of the Executing Agency (EA), Competition Rules and Consumer Protection Regulations. The Dispute Settlement Mechanism is under further elaboration.

Download the full concept note here: Concept Note

Agenda
The proposed agenda can be downloaded from think link: Proposed Agenda

For more information or further assistance, please contact Mr. Blaise Muyanda (bmuyanda@afraa.org)

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Beyond the crisis: Leveraging Airline Consolidation for Air Transport Industry Sustainability

15 September 2021

Air transport plays a fundamental role in Africa’s socio-economic development. The sector is a catalyst for promoting tourism and fostering trade and regional development. However, Africa represents less than 3% of global air traffic and over the past 15 years, the continent has had the lowest level of market consolidation compared to the other regions in the globe.

The African Airlines Association (AFRAA), Lufthansa Consulting and Kenya Airways staged a high level workshop on 14th September 2021 on African airlines consolidation to discuss the reasons for few partnerships and limited airline consolidation, the challenges and benefits of consolidation and measures for action by industry stakeholders to address the situation.

Mr Abdérahmane Berthé – AFRAA Secretary General, in his remarks stated: “The aviation sector is reeling from the impacts of Covid-19 pandemic. We need to devise new approaches of doing business in the face of increasing concerns on the sustainability of African Airlines. A crucial element in the success of the African airlines is consolidation and collaboration. The engagement of States, airlines and all the relevant stakeholders is necessary to effectively achieve the required outcomes on airline consolidation in Africa.”

Speaking during the workshop, Kenya Airways CEO Allan Kilavuka said: ”It is crucial to retrace and learn from the footprints of consolidation from different parts of the world as we reset Africa’s aviation towards our collective dream for flying to a better future. Consolidation and collaboration are essential ingredients for resilience and sustainable business operations of airlines.  The ripple effect of strengthened collaboration amongst airlines will be an increase in the industry’s contribution to the sustainable development of Africa and therefore we must elevate the tenor of discourse and make the airline industry matter in and for Africa”.

Ms. Catrin Drawer – Head of Market Africa, Lufthansa Consulting stated: “We require to meet the challenges of the “New Normal”, a reset in our thinking and approach. We require new business models, meaningful innovations in operations, adaptive management open to change, a growing true synergistic relationship between airlines and other relevant stakeholders. New challenges need new solutions now and in future to bring both resilience, and sustained success. Thus, synergy and meaningful partnering, whether through existing contracts and alliances or new agreements, will be essential. We cannot bring back yesterday but we may together shape the future.“

Lufthansa consulting experts provided an in-depth analysis and background of consolidation of airlines from a global to an African perspective. The impacts of consolidation for African airlines, passengers, cargo, air transport growth and connectivity were discussed. Case studies were presented at C-level by Kenya Airways, Air Afrique and Ethiopian Airlines to enrich the discussions with first-hand experiences on the challenges, benefits of consolidation as well as the lessons learnt.

Industry recommendations

The forum articulated the following recommendations for action by the industry:

  1. Consideration of various models of consolidation including equity partnerships between two airlines or across a group of investments, cooperation between two or more well-matched airlines, or the formation of a new common airline. The concept of “Air Afrique” remains a valid consideration for Africa.
  2. Implementation of appropriate corporate governance structure is necessary for consolidation. Political interference in the airline management is to be avoided.
  • Call to Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) to finance the feasibility study of consolidation models.
  1. Call for uniform implementation of harmonized regulations and the establishment of an enabling working relationship between regulators, airlines and Regional Economic Communities (RECs).
  2. Enhancement of cooperation among African airlines (alliance of airlines, pooling resources, code sharing and interlining).
  3. Call for support and commitment from Governments for airline consolidation in Africa.
  • Urge airlines to carry out careful evaluation of potential consolidation/partnerships based on factual data.
  • Exploration of cargo opportunities for air cargo consolidation.
  1. Call for government and private sector collaboration to achieve concrete steps in airline consolidation.
  2. “Walk the Talk” – translate ongoing discussions into action in the interest of delivering accelerated benefits to the aviation ecosystem

The important workshop brought together over 200 participants comprising airline CEOs, C-level representatives from airports, CAAs and other African air transport decision makers as well as the media.

The full recording of the Workshop can be viewed here below:

http://https://youtu.be/FMuFvGiIemo

To download the PowerPoint presentation, please do so through this link: Final Presentation

About AFRAA

The African Airlines Association, also known by its acronym AFRAA, is a trade association of airlines from the member states of the African Union (AU). Founded in Accra, Ghana, in April 1968, and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, AFRAA’s mission is to promote, serve African Airlines and champion Africa’s aviation industry. The Association envisions a sustainable, interconnected and affordable Air Transport industry in Africa where African Airlines become key players and drivers to African economic development.

AFRAA membership of 46 airlines cuts across the entire continent and includes all the major intercontinental African operators. The Association members represent over 85% of total international traffic carried by African airlines. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube.

  About Lufthansa Consulting                

Comprehensive advisory services – Aviation is our business

Lufthansa Consulting is an aviation and management consulting company, which is dedicated to assist international clients from the aviation sector and related industries to meet the challenges of the future successfully. Since 1988 the company has provided services and solutions to the air transportation industry in more than 3500 projects worldwide and is an independent subsidiary of the Lufthansa Aviation Group (Deutsche Lufthansa AG).

Lufthansa Consulting is in the unique position of offering comprehensive consultancy and expertise to aviation specific client groups: air carriers, airport authorities, civil aviation authorities, governments, investors, financial institutions, manufacturers, other industries and service related entities. We know the aviation business and we take pride in implementing our solutions.

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About Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways, a member of the Sky Team Alliance, is a leading African airline flying to 41 destinations worldwide, 34 of which are in Africa and carries over four million passengers annually. In 2020 KQ was named Africa’s Leading Airline by the World Travel Awards. It continues to modernize its fleet with its 32 aircraft being some of the youngest in Africa. This includes its flagship B787 Dreamliner aircraft. Kenya Airways services cargo flights including London, Amsterdam, Guangzhou, Sharjah, Mumbai and over 25 intra-Africa routes in addition to its passenger network. The on-board service is renowned and the lie-flat business class seat on the wide-body aircraft is consistently voted among the world’s top 10. Kenya Airways takes pride in being at the forefront of connecting Africa to the World and the World to Africa through its hub at the new ultra-modern Terminal 1A at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi.

For more information visit www.kenya-airways.com

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Rwandair adds Two New Routes in DRC to its Network

Kigali, 13 September, 2021 RwandAir continues its recovery from the pandemic by adding additional routes to the Democratic Republic of the Congo ( from September. As of September 29, the Rwandan flag carrier is to launch new twice weekly services to both Lubumbashi, the DRC’s mining capital, and Goma capital of North Kivu province, on the shore of Lake Kivu on 15 October 2021.

Customers will be able to book directly through rwandair.com and fly on the airline’s regional Bombardier CRJ Series aircraft, which offers seating in both Economy and Business Class, with a De Havilland Dash 8 also operating to Goma.

Yvonne Manzi Makolo, RwandAir CEO, said “RwandAir ’s new twice weekly services to Lubumbashi and Goma will add more choice and flexibility for customers flying to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

“We believe these new routes will be extremely popular with RwandAir customers and increase
both diplomatic and commercial links between the DRC and Rwanda.

“RwandAir is always looking for new markets to propel the airline’s network and enhance the
choice o f destinations and routes, not only across sub Saharan Africa, but also to longer haul
destinations.

“We hope to announce further new routes in due course to ensure we meet the demands of our
customers and continue to provide top flight destinations.”

RwandAir ’s first destination in DRC was Kinshasa in April 2019, with these two new services
tripling available capacity to the country.

Services to Lubumbashi will depart Kigali every Monday and Wednesday, as WB264 at 10:10 am arrives at 12:10 pm. The returning WB265, departs Lubumbashi at 5:00 pm, arriving back into Kigali at 7:00 pm.

Flights to Goma will also depart Kigali every Monday and Wednesday, as WB266 at 12:40 pm arrives at 1:20 pm. The returning WB267, departs Goma at 1:50 pm, arriving back into Kigali at 2:30 pm.

Lubumbashi is the second largest city in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and represents the main industrial center for the mining district of southeastern Congo.

It acts as a hub for high volumes of the country’s largest mining companies, making it a hot spot for business travelers and is also home of the famous Simba Brewery, where the world renowned Tembo beer is produced.

Goma lies a few miles south of the active Nyiragongo Volcano, close to the border with Rwanda, on the shore of Lake Kivu, the largest lava in the world. The city is a great gateway to nearby wildlife, including Virunga National Park.

Book your flight now via rwandair.com

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African airlines’ performance updates by AFRAA – May 2021

Release Date: 07th June 2021

The Covid-19 pandemic continues its devastating effects on the aviation, travel and tourism industry. The number of Covid-19 infection cases globally continues to increase in absolute terms though the rate of infection is on the decline in all world regions in April compared to prior months. The number of infection cases worldwide exceeded 165m as at 20 May 2021. In Africa, the number of infections stood at 4.7m, representing 2.8% of the global total. The countries with the highest infection in Africa are: South Africa, Morocco, Tunisia, Ethiopia and Egypt. The recovery rate in May is 97.5% and 97.1% for global and Africa respectively.

Traffic recovery for Jan-May was 37% of 2019 level. In May alone, traffic declined by 62.2% compared to same month in 2019. Similarly, capacity declined 53.1% compared to May 2021. Mauritius remains the most impacted hub, with a reduction of 98% of possible connections to/from African airports compared to March 2020. Connectivity at Nairobi JKIA reduced mainly due to schedule adjustments and frequency reduction of national carrier, KQ.

Demand for domestic passenger travel continues to out-perform intra-Africa and intercontinental at 61.5% compared to 23.1% for intra-Africa and 15.1% for intercontinental. In terms of capacity seats offered, domestic, intra-Africa and intercontinental account for 47.7%, 27.2% and 25.1% respectively.

After 3 consecutive months of increase in the number of international routes operated by African airlines (February-April), May saw a dip following border closure announcements by the governments of Algeria and Morocco resulting in airlines in the 2 countries suspending some routes. Ethiopian, RwandAir and SA Airlink however re-opened more routes in May. But the general constrained passenger demand is due to continued increase in Covid-19 cases globally, constantly evolving travel health advisories as well as restrictive access to many tourist sites around the world.

With the low volume of traffic, airlines continue to suffer major losses month after month. In the first quarter of 2021 alone, airlines loss $2.6b and the estimate for Q2 is $2.5b. In 2020, African airlines cumulatively loss $10.21b.

In related Covid-19 developments

  • The government of Tanzania introduced more restrictive Covid-19 travel advisory effective 04 May 2021 to align with similar restrictions in the region.
  • The Nigeria announced it will deny entry to all passengers originating from Brazil, India and Turkey. Airlines that land passengers from any of these countries will be subjected to a fine of not less than $3,500 per passenger.
  • Good news from South Africa is that, the business rescue practitioners filed a notice on 30 April, which ended the rescue and restructuring process of South African Airways, saying the airline was now solvent and liquid.

 

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ASKY Joins African Union Vaccine & Lab Test Passport Alliance

ASKY, The leading Pan-African Airline set up at the initiative of West & Central African governments, has become the first airline with a hub in West Africa to join the Africa CDC Trusted Travel Alliance, a major undertaking by the African Union to ensure that Africa has its own digital platform to support the continent’s world-leading vaccine and lab test passport systems.

The public-private partnership comes at a time when the COVID-19 pandemic has triggered a new Public Health regime across the world of heightened vigilance, digital transparency and big data solutions to drive decision making. The airline industry is a key player in this new dispensation as major aviation operators strive for contactless operations and an integrated safety-and-wellness experience.

ASKY’s strong developmental mission in Africa makes it a major stakeholder in the economic reopening agenda, while its passenger-first values position it as a public health champion.

This latest commitment to adopt and promote the Trusted Travel platform belongs to a long line of actions prioritising public good in partnership with critical Pan-African institutions, such as the African Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (Africa CDC), the African Union’s lead agency for continental health cooperation, and the PanaBIOS Consortium, which is mobilising cross-sectoral resources to support the African Union’s push for continental innovations.

Together, ASKY and the African Union community are driving forward an African-centered, world-class, and people-first program to deploy inclusive technology that will considerably reduce fraud in the health screening value chain, eliminate the burdensome costs of duplicate clinical testing, and ramp up data collection to support evidence-based decision-making on travel controls.

Improved quality in travel regulation management across Africa should help restore travel, tourism, trade, investment, cultural exchange and Pan-African integration to the positive and uplifting trajectory that underscores the Africa Rising narrative.

Mr. Ahadu Simachew, Chief Executive Officer of ASKY said: “As the airline set up to promote Africa’s socioeconomic transformation, ASKY couldn’t be prouder of its support for and promotion of Africa’s leadership in developing and rolling out ahead of the rest of the world innovations that de-risks full reopening of societies and economies but one that does so without leaving any African behind.”

Speaking from the African Union’s headquarters in Addis Ababa, Africa CDC Director, John Nkensagong, echoed Mr. Ahadu by reaffirming: “The complete commitment of the Africa CDC and the African Union Commission to embrace private sector champions like ASKY who not only voice strong support for the continental public good and integration but put their resources where their mouth is by helping deploy Pan-African solutions that make a real difference in the lives of real Africans.”

About ASKY

ASKY, The Pan-African Airline, is a 100% privately owned airline created by regional banking institutions in Africa that includes The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), The West African Development Bank (BOAD) and ECOBANK Group (ETI) in partnership with Ethiopian Airlines.

ASKY is a commercial company under private law and is managed by experienced African aviation professionals, with Ethiopian airlines as its strategic partner.

ASKY currently operates a fleet of nine aircraft: four (4) Boeing 737-800s and five (5) Boeing 737-700s, serving twenty-four (24) cities in twenty-one (21) countries within Africa.

ASKY’s focus is to develop a strong intra-Africa network that foster regional development, tourism, economic growth and regional integration as a major economic catalyst within the continent with its long-term goal of a sustainable business focused on profitability.

For more information, contact communication@flyasky.com, visit our website www.flyasky.com or our LinkedIn; Twitter Facebook and Instagram pages, @ASKY Airlines

More information about the Africa CDC Trusted Travel solution is available here: www.africacdc.org/trusted-travel

Source: ASKY Airlines

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Press Release: AFRAA intensifies efforts for financial support to African airlines from adverse effects of COVID-19 pandemic

As part of intensified efforts and initiatives for financial support to its members from the adverse impacts of COVID-19 pandemic, the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) staged a webinar on the theme: “Financial support to the African airline industry in the context of COVID-19 pandemic impacts.”

The webinar, which took place on 04 June 2020, was held in partnership with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The webinar is a follow up to a survey done by AFRAA and UNECA to quantify the indebtedness of African airlines from COVID-19 impacts which forms basis for campaigns for the much-needed financial support.

During this important webinar, Afreximbank sensitized African airlines on existing opportunities under the bank’s Pandemic Trade Impact Mitigation Facility (PATIMFA) designed to assist member countries in managing the adverse impacts of financial and economic shocks caused by COVID-19 pandemic. African airlines had a unique platform to discuss requirements and modalities for engagement with Afreximbank with a focus on immediate requirements.

AFRAA’s Secretary General, Mr. Abdérahmane Berthé stated: “The impact of the pandemic on the airline industry is severe and unprecedented. Immediate cash injection is needed to avoid insolvency or bankruptcy of African airlines that are expected to lose US$ 8.1bn in revenues for the year 2020.”

Among other actions that form part of the African High Level Task Force recommendations to African governments, AFRAA has proposed the setting up of an aviation sectorial COVID-19 recovery fund for the support of the airline industry.

“We will continue to seek more avenues for support to the industry from development finance institutions, country development partners and international donors as we navigate through these tough times.” Mr Berthe added.

The webinar concluded with a call for the development of a standard framework that could be adopted by all financial institutions and donors for application on airlines seeking financial assistance.

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Press Release: AFRAA releases COVID 19 Impact Assessment on African Airlines

Nairobi, Kenya – 02 June 2020: The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) has released a new analysis of the impact of COVID-19 on the airline industry in Africa which reveals an estimated revenue loss of USD 8.103 billion for African airlines for the year 2020. The analysis is the first in a series of studies that will be published by the Association examining the toll of the pandemic on Africa’s air transport sector.

The impact assessment analysis further shows a 90.3% year on year passenger traffic reduction for the month of May; recovery is expected to start from Q3 2020 with domestic operations, followed by regional and intercontinental flights.

On cargo operations, there is currently a shortage of cargo capacity in Africa due to needs for carriage of medical equipment and essential goods. In the wake of this lack of capacity and rising prices, AFRAA is assisting its members to adapt in a bid to keep supply chains operational.

The evolution of the number of COVID-19 cases indicates that the most impacted countries in Africa are South Africa, Egypt, Morocco, Algeria and Ghana, each with a total of more than 5,000 cases of infection. While the rate of infections in other continents is beginning to ease off, in Africa the rate of infections are still on the rise. However, the recovery rate in Africa is higher, with an average death rate of 9% compared to the global rate of 19%.

Setting ground for the survival and recovery of the air transport industry

AFRAA Secretary General, Mr. Abdérahmane Berthé stated: “The availability of liquidity is the main issue to be addressed for airlines to survive and restart their operations. Without it, airlines can simply not survive this pandemic long enough to restart their operations. AFRAA urges African governments to consider a bailout and stimulus package that compensates for the significant losses, reduces the burden of ongoing operating costs, and subsidizes the industry’s survival and recovery.”

“We also call upon international financial institutions and development partners to support Airlines with facilities that can help ensure the availability of much-needed credit and liquidity,” Mr. Berthe added.

“There is also the need to ensure passenger confidence to resume air travel. Communication with passengers on the health and safety measures in place is crucial to reassure them of a safe and sterile travel experience with appropriate measures in place,” Mr Berthé added.

AFRAA’s recovery plan and High Level Task Force for the rebound of the Airline industry

Since the onset of the crisis, AFRAA whose mission is to serve African Airlines and champion Africa’s aviation industry has taken various initiatives to ensure the sector’s resilience to the pandemic and for post recovery efforts. Key among these initiatives is the AFRAA recovery plan that defines a framework of various areas of intervention measures to be taken as part of urgent, immediate, and consistent actions for the survival and rebound of the industry.

AFRAA is also working closely with leading aviation industry organizations under the framework of the High Level Task Force that is undertaking various actions to ensure that the African civil aviation industry is well positioned on a strong trajectory for recovery during and post COVID-19.

To access the Impact Assessment, please click here: http://afraa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/CoVID-19-Impact-assessment.pdf

To access the Press Release, please click here: http://afraa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/AFRAA-releases-COVID-19-impact-assessment-on-Africa.pdf

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L’AFRAA élabore un plan de relance COVID-19 pour l’industrie du transport aérien en Afrique

En soutien à ses membres dans ces circonstances exceptionnelles de la pandémie COVID-19, l’AFRAA a organisé un webinaire dans le cadre des actions urgentes, immédiates et cohérentes visant la survie de l’industrie. Le webinaire, qui avait pour thème « Naviguer en pleine pandémie COVID-19 et se préparer à la reprise d’après-crise », a permis à l’AFRAA de documenter les précieuses contributions des compagnies aériennes qui font partie du plan de reprise de l’AFRAA pour la relance de l’industrie aérienne.

Le Secrétaire général de l’AFRAA, M. Abderahmane Berthe, a déclaré : « Le monde subit les effets néfastes de la pandémie du Coronavirus (COVID-19) et l’industrie aéronautique se trouve être l’un des secteurs les plus touchés. L’Association des compagnies aériennes africaines est solidaire avec le reste du monde dans ses efforts de collaboration visant à soutenir l’industrie du transport aérien en ces temps difficiles. »

Il a ajouté que pour que les économies africaines se redressent, une industrie aéronautique dynamique s’avère cruciale au regard du rôle important que joue le secteur en matière de développement économique et social.
Un certain nombre d’experts en la matière ont fait des présentations sur la manière dont les compagnies aériennes africaines peuvent créer et mettre en œuvre leurs plans de relance dans des domaines tels que le repositionnement de la flotte et du réseau, les questions de financement et de trésorerie, les tendances en matière de carburant et les mesures d’efficacité énergétique, entre autres.

Depuis le début de la crise, l’AFRAA a pris diverses initiatives à ce jour et travaille en étroite collaboration avec les principaux partenaires et institutions du transport aérien afin de trouver des solutions pratiques pour assurer la résilience du secteur à la pandémie et pour entreprendre les efforts de rétablissement après la crise.

En collaboration avec la Commission Economique des Nations Unies pour l’Afrique (UNECA), l’AFRAA mène actuellement une enquête pour quantifier l’impact du COVID-19 sur les compagnies aériennes africaines. Les résultats feront partie des contributions aux efforts de lobbying de l’AFRAA visant à obtenir un soutien financier de la part des gouvernements aux compagnies aériennes africaines.

Les compagnies aériennes et les parties prenantes au webinaire ont souligné la nécessité de mener des efforts coordonnés et d’avoir une approche collaborative pour assurer la durabilité du secteur du transport aérien dont les opérations ont été gravement touchées par la pandémie. Le webinaire s’est achevé avec l’élaboration d’un plan de relance qui a défini un cadre d’actions devant être menées par l’AFRAA en collaboration avec les différentes parties prenantes.

AFRAA
L’Association des compagnies aériennes africaines, également connue sous l’acronyme AFRAA, est une association professionnelle de compagnies aériennes des États membres de l’Union africaine (UA). Fondée à Accra (Ghana) en avril 1968 et ayant son siège à Nairobi (Kenya), l’AFRAA a pour mission de promouvoir et servir les compagnies aériennes africaines ainsi que de défendre les intérêts du secteur de l’aviation en Afrique. L’Association envisage l’existence d’un secteur du transport aérien viable, interconnecté et abordable en Afrique où les compagnies aériennes africaines deviennent les principaux acteurs et moteurs du développement économique.

Les 45 compagnies aériennes membres de l’AFRAA proviennent de l’ensemble du continent et englobent tous les principaux opérateurs intercontinentaux africains. Les membres de l’Association représentent plus de 85% du trafic international total transporté par les compagnies aériennes africaines.

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Routes and AFRAA sign agreement to help drive growth for the Africa aviation market

The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and Routes have signed their first formal agreement in history. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) sees AFRAA, the leading trade Association for African airlines and Routes, the organiser of the leading route development events for the industry, work together to stimulate new air services and champion the African aviation industry.

Projections have indicated that, within the next 20 years, the African continent will be one of the fastest-growing aviation markets – accounting for 334 million passengers by 2037. Under this partnership which demonstrates the growing importance of African aviation industry, AFRAA and Routes will work jointly on sharing of data and analytics, promotion of key issues that are affecting airlines and airports within Africa, access to media opportunities among other mutually beneficial actions.

“This MoU is beneficial to support the development of aviation in Africa which is growing at above global average rates but accounts for less than 3% of global traffic. Strong partnerships among industry stakeholders are instrumental to the realisation of African aviation’s potential which will result in economic and social benefits for the continent.” said Mr. Abdérahmane Berthé, AFRAA Secretary General. Berthé added: “Among our new strategic objectives is to become a hub for data intelligence and expertise on the African Aviation Industry. African airlines have to keep up with the developments through proper information management and data intelligence. We count on the data and analytics support from this partnership to back this objective.”

Mr. Steven Small, brand director for Routes, said: “We are delighted to have established a formalised agreement with AFRAA, following many years of working closely together. The synergies in values between our organisations, regarding driving a sustainable air transport industry for the African region, makes this a powerful partnership that we are excited to develop.” Small added; “For over a decade, Routes has recognised the importance of enhancing intra-Africa connectivity. We are delighted that senior leaders from AFRAA will
continue to support and join us at our future events.”

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