AviaDev Insight Africa

• AviaDev Africa 25 Panel session: Flightpath to growth: Rethinking ownership, market access and unlocking capital for African airlines

  This session was recorded on Thursday, 12th June, at the AviaDev Africa event in Zanzibar. Key topics include ownership models, market access barriers, regulatory challenges, and strategies to unlock capital and promote growth in the sector. Panelists share their perspectives on the significance of liberalizing the air transport market through initiatives like SAATM, the importance of risk management, and the critical need for investments in local talent and infrastructure. Despite diverse views, there is a consensus on the necessity for enhanced regulatory reforms and regional cooperation to foster a more competitive and thriving aviation industry in Africa.  Your moderator for this session is Hilka Birns and she was joined by: Helen Brume, Director, Projects & Asset Based Finance, Afreximbank Munawer Dhirani, CEO, Flightlink Julian Edmunds, Group Strategy & Development Director, Fastjet Mesfin Tasew, Group Chief Executive Officer, Ethiopian Airlines Peter Ulanga, Managing Director & CEO, Air Tanzania

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• AviaDev Africa 25 Panel Session "Maximising non-aeronautical revenue: Balancing revenue growth, efficiency and customer service experience in Africa's airports"

  This session was recorded on Friday, 13th June, at the AviaDev Africa event in Zanzibar.  The panel discuss innovative strategies for increasing revenue, enhancing passenger satisfaction, and leveraging real estate development around airports. Success stories from Zanzibar and Guinea exemplify effective modernization and operational efficiency while maintaining customer experience. Additionally, Murat Gun from Emirates Leisure Retail discusses their vision for Zanzibar's airport, focusing on creating an experience in tune with the island's vibe and local culture. The session concludes with a collaborative discussion on future growth and investments in airport infrastructure.  Your moderator for this session is Jody Appollis, Aviation Project Manager at NACO Airport Consultants and she was joined by: Namory Camara, Managing Director, SOGEAC Murat Gun, Managing Director, ELR UAE and Travel Retail Seif Juma, Director General, Zanzibar Airports Authority Oliver Mathwich, Chief Commercial Officer, Dnata Dr Bao Rasebolai Mosinyi, Chief Executive Officer, Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana

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• AviaDev Africa 25 Panel session: Beyond the Headwinds: Navigating rising costs, finance hurdles and supply chain challenges for African airlines

  In this discussion, industry experts explore the critical challenges facing African aviation, including rising costs, supply chain disruptions, and financing hurdles. Topics discussed include the viability of ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) solutions, the importance of transparent and strategic business planning for attracting investments, and the impact of government taxes and tariffs on the industry. The session also touches on practical solutions for managing the supply chain crisis and optimizing fleet management. Your moderator for this session is Tristan Brouard, ACC aviation and he was joined by: Abderahmane Berthe, Secretary General, African Airlines Association Miguel Carneiro, Chief Commercial Officer, TAAG Angola Airlines Linas Dovydenas, President IMEA, Chapman Freeborn  Raphael Haddad, President, Jetcraft Commercial Maarten Grift, Sales Manager, TrueNoord

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• AviaDev Africa 25 Panel Session "AI: Friend or Foe?"

  This session was recorded on Thursday, 12th June, at the AviaDev Africa event in Zanzibar.  The panel discusses the integration of AI in various facets of the aviation industry, such as customer service, operational planning, revenue management, and fraud detection in payments. Topics addressed include the benefits of AI, such as predictive maintenance, personalized customer experiences, and cost reductions, as well as challenges like AI hallucinations, regulatory compliance, and the need for human oversight.  Your moderator for this session is Refilwe Ledwaba, and she was joined by Judy Waruiru, Network International Hassan Aurag, Hitit Bharat Kumar, Revenue Technology Services Martin Gitonga, Kenya Airways  

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• AviaDev Africa 25 Panel session: Sweating the assets: Maximising efficiency in airline network planning

  This session was recorded on Friday, 13th June at the AviaDev Africa event in Zanzibar.  The discussion delves into various challenges and strategies for domestic and regional route development, including market stimulation, aircraft utilization, regulatory constraints, and the importance of balance between yield and volume. Key takeaways emphasize the intricacies of route planning, the importance of domestic market dominance, and the impact of external factors such as slot availability and geopolitical issues on airline operations Your moderator for this session is Sean Mendis, African aviation expert and he was joined by: Adedayo Olawuyi, Chief Commercial Officer, Uganda Airlines Tebogo Tsimane, Chief Commercial Officer, South African Airways Keira Langford-Johnson, Business Development Director, Proflight Zambia Karanja Ndegwa, Managing Director and CEO, JamboJet

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