Passenger Demand: African Airlines Record 2.2% Increase amid Global Decrease of 3.4% due to Middle East Crisis

Thisdaylive | 29-05-2026 04:18pm |

In April 2026, African airlines experienced a 2.2 percent year-on-year increase in passenger demand, contrasting with a global decline of 3.4 percent attributed to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. This growth in the African aviation sector comes as the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) enhances its collaboration with justice stakeholders to bolster airport security measures. The efforts aim to ensure the safety of passengers and maintain confidence in air travel across the continent.

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