Africa Leads Air Cargo Rebound As Global Demand Dips 4.8%—IATA

In March 2026, African airlines experienced a significant resurgence in air cargo demand, achieving a 7.0 percent increase compared to the same month the previous year, according to the latest report from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This growth marks the strongest performance globally, contrasting sharply with a 4.8 percent decline in total worldwide cargo demand. The IATA Air Cargo Market Analysis Monthly Report underscored Africa's leading position in the air cargo sector amid challenging global market conditions.

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