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Originally published by The Standard BusinessJune 17, 2026
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Security and liberalised skies key to growth of aviation sector in Africa
Enhancing security in the African skies will create safety and strengthen the sector which will potentially be of great economic benefit to African countries...
✨ Key Highlights
The African aviation sector, though experiencing growth driven by resurgent tourism and infrastructure investment, remains significantly underdeveloped, accounting for only 2% of global air travel.
- Passenger demand is projected to grow by 6% by 2026 according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
- Key factors for future growth include enhanced security, alignment of aviation legislation, adoption of new technologies, and the liberalization of skies through initiatives like the Single African Air Transport Market.
- Liberalizing skies could see traffic growth rise by approximately 10%, significantly boosting Africa's development and creating jobs across various sectors.
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