Introduction.
On May 8, 2025, Rabat, Morocco, hosted the 72nd Session of the ACAO Arab Civil Aviation Organization Executive Council and an Extraordinary General Assembly, convening aviation leaders from across the Arab world. Chaired by Saudi GACA President Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, the council advanced initiatives in smart airspace management, digital transformation, and environmental sustainability. Tunisia and Yemen were elected to the expanded 11-member council. The General Assembly focused on the upcoming International Civil Aviation Organization Council elections, endorsing Saudi Arabia and Egypt for Category II, and the UAE and Tunisia for Category III seats—highlighting the region’s push for stronger global representation.
On the same day, Kenya formally requested permission from Ghana to allow Kenya Airways to establish a secondary hub in Accra. Presented by Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir during an official visit to Accra, the proposal aims to boost intra-African and global connectivity, aligning with SAATM and AfCFTA goals to deepen regional integration and drive economic growth.
ECOWAS Commission announced plans to cut passenger service and security charges on regional flights by 25% from January 1, 2026. Targeting West Africa’s sky-high airfares caused by 66 passenger and 112 airline taxes, the reforms aim to eliminate non-ICAO-compliant levies, modernize airport operations, and push airlines to lower fares. An oversight committee will be formed by June 2025. If implemented, ECOWAS projects a 40% increase in demand and $500 million in additional revenue, pending approval from heads of state and national fiscal reforms.
African Aviation: Projections and Statistics.
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