Africa's aviation future has taken centre stage as the Airlines Association Aviation Stakeholders Convention officially kicked off in Johannesburg, South Africa (SA) bringing together key industry leaders and stakeholders from across the continent.

The Association AFRAA, in partnership with SA Airways are hosting the 14th Aviation Stakeholder Convention and 3rd African Aviation Summit 2026. Held under the theme: Resilient African Aviation: Partnerships - Empowerment - Profitability, the gathering is one of Africa's leading forums for air transport industry stakeholders by to dialogue, exchange knowledge and experiences for the development of the travel ecosystem.

Nhlanhla Mahlangu reports.

Africa's aviation future has taken centre stage as the Airlines Association Aviation Stakeholders Convention officially kicked off in Johannesburg, South Africa (SA) bringing together key industry leaders and stakeholders from across the continent.
The Association AFRAA, in partnership with SA Airways are hosting the 14th Aviation Stakeholder Convention and 3rd African Aviation Summit 2026. Held under the theme: Resilient African Aviation: Partnerships - Empowerment - Profitability, the gathering is one of Africa's leading forums for air transport industry stakeholders by to dialogue, exchange knowledge and experiences for the development of the travel ecosystem.
Nhlanhla Mahlangu reports.

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African aviation leaders gather in Johannesburg for Continental ndustry Summit

Ghana has finalised its $3 billion bailout programme with the International Monetary Fund. Refelcting on the programme, the government says it helped reduce inflation, strengthen the cedi, and improve economic growth.


Ghana sought assistance from the IMF back in 2022 as a result of rising debt, high inflation, and a weakening economy after Covid-19 as well as the war in Ukraine. The country has announced that it will now advance towards a new IMF programme called the Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI), which supports economic reforms without giving direct loans.

Joining us now to reflect on this is Dr Frank Bannor - Research Associate, Public and environmental economics Research Centre (PEERC) at the University of Johannesburg South Africa. He is also lecturer at the Ghana Institute Management and Public Administration.

Ghana has finalised its $3 billion bailout programme with the International Monetary Fund. Refelcting on the programme, the government says it helped reduce inflation, strengthen the cedi, and improve economic growth.
 Ghana sought assistance from the IMF back in 2022 as a result of rising debt, high inflation, and a weakening economy after Covid-19 as well as the war in Ukraine. The country has announced that it will now advance towards a new IMF programme called the Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI), which supports economic reforms without giving direct loans.
Joining us now to reflect on this is Dr Frank Bannor - Research Associate, Public and environmental economics Research Centre (PEERC) at the University of Johannesburg South Africa. He is also lecturer at the Ghana Institute Management and Public Administration.

Ghana finalises its $3 billion bailout programme with IMF

Malawi's dire fiscal state is increasingly a cause for concern not only for the country but by the African continent. Rising debt exceeding 85%, poor revenue collection and high domestic borrowing are some of the leading pressure factors for this financial state.

To avoid the total collapse of its economy, Malawi has turned to the World Bank for assistance.

To help us shed some light on the dire financial challenges faced by Malawi, is Dr Bertha Bangara Chikadza, President of the Economics Association of Malawi (ECAMA).  

Malawi's dire fiscal state is increasingly a cause for concern not only for the country but by the African continent. Rising debt exceeding 85%, poor revenue collection and high domestic borrowing are some of the leading pressure factors for this financial state.
To avoid the total collapse of its economy, Malawi has turned to the World Bank for assistance.
To help us shed some light on the dire financial challenges faced by Malawi, is Dr Bertha Bangara Chikadza, President of the Economics Association of Malawi (ECAMA). &nbsp;

Malawi’s fiscal crisis deepens as debt, borrowing pressures mount

Let's now head to Kenya, where President William has called for an emergency cabinet meeting. This follows massive disruption in the public transport sector after operators downed their tools. They are protesting the recent fuel price hike.

Some operators engaged police in running battles after blocking roads. Many Kenyans were left stranded as more opted to stay at home or work remotely, leaving many roads empty and  cities deserted. Police say upto 250 people have been arrested, while over 100, including three police officers are nursing injuries.

Joining us now for an update is Alex Kiarie, Channel Africa's Nairobi correspondent.

Let's now head to Kenya, where President William has called for an emergency cabinet meeting. This follows massive disruption in the public transport sector after operators downed their tools. They are protesting the recent fuel price hike.
Some operators engaged police in running battles after blocking roads. Many Kenyans were left stranded as more opted to stay at home or work remotely, leaving many roads empty and &nbsp;cities deserted. Police say upto 250 people have been arrested, while over 100, including three police officers are nursing injuries.
Joining us now for an update is Alex Kiarie, Channel Africa's Nairobi correspondent.

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