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Introduction.

Khartoum International Airport is set to reopen in October 2025, following its closure since the April 2023 conflict between Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, which devastated infrastructure and halted commercial operations. Renovations and repairs, including runways, taxiways, power networks, and terminals, are nearing 85% completion, enabling the airport to resume domestic, international, and humanitarian flights. The reopening, supported by political stabilization and security improvements, is expected to revitalize Sudan’s tourism, trade, and regional connectivity, allowing airlines to resume operations. The upgraded facilities will also facilitate humanitarian aid, support economic recovery, and reconnect the country to global markets, positioning Khartoum International as a vital gateway for travel, commerce, and investment.

Conferences & Events.

The Third International Civil Aviation Organization Next Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP) Global Summit (NGAP/3) was held from 12 to 14 August 2025 at the Durban International Conference Centre in Durban, South Africa, co-hosted by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) under the Department of Transport. The summit’s theme, “The Flight Plan for Future Aviation Talent: Innovate, Educate, Inspire – Building the Workforce for the Skies Ahead,” emphasized the importance of innovation, education, and inspiration in developing a skilled and resilient aviation workforce. The event brought together stakeholders from governments, industry, education, and youth organizations to address the global shortage of aviation professionals, focusing on strategies for attracting, educating, and retaining the next generation of talent with particular attention to inclusivity and sustainability.