Africa’s aviation story right now? Two sides of the same coin.

Demand is soaring. A continent of over 1.4 billion people, fast-growing cities, and limited transport alternatives means air travel isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity.

African airlines face some of the highest operating costs in the world, fragmented airspace, strict visa regimes, and limited connectivity. 

Yet change is in the air.

African passengers are more informed, more demanding, and less loyal to national carriers — pushing airlines to improve reliability and deliver real value.

The question now: can Africa turn rising demand into sustainable growth — or will the same headwinds continue to ground the industry?