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African Development Bank Group (AfDB) Unveils Africa-Wide Aviation Financing Platform to Turn Growth into Sustainable Profit

The priority now is execution—aligning policy, capital and infrastructure to ensure aviation becomes a durable driver of inclusive growth and regional integration across the continent

With Africa poised to become the world’s fastest-growing aviation market, policymakers and industry leaders are focused on a central challenge: how to translate rising demand into sustainable connectivity, competitiveness, and financial viability. This question anchored deliberations at the two-day Airlines, Capital and Connectivity Forum convened in Nairobi on 25–26 February…

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Emirates Expands Payment Flexibility in Kenya Through Cellulant's Split-Payment Solution

The partnership unlocks greater purchasing power by combining multiple payment methods or staggering payments to remain within daily transaction limits

Emirates (www.Emirates.com), the world’s largest international airline, has introduced a first-of-its-kind split-payment solution for travellers in Kenya, through a longstanding strategic partnership with Cellulant, Africa’s leading payments technology company. The split-payment capability, enabled by Tingg, Cellulant’s payment gateway, has debuted in Kenya and is expected to roll out to other…

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Emirates wishes customers ‘Ramadan Mubarak’ and honours the Holy Month

For the month of Ramadan, customers breaking their fast across all cabin classes to select destinations will be offered nutritionally balanced Ramadan meal boxes

Reflecting the spirit of togetherness and generosity during the Holy Month of Ramadan, Emirates (www.Emirates.com) will share thousands of iftar boxes for fasting customers both onboard and at boarding gates, offer complimentary Emirates prayer mats, screen an array of religious content and popular TV shows on ice, and present traditional Ramadan dishes…

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    • A selection of delicious sweet treats with a Valentine's Day theme, offered to all customers onboard Emirates on the 14 February
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Love in the skies: Emirates SkyCargo connects Kenya’s exports to the world – on Valentine’s Day and beyond

Kenya remains one of the world’s largest exporters of fresh-cut flowers, with significant volumes transported by air to international markets, particularly in Europe

Emirates SkyCargo ensures Kenya’s time-sensitive exports reach global markets quickly and in optimal condition. Two daily passenger flights from Nairobi (three from 1 March) and three weekly freighter services offer 1,100 tonnes of weekly cargo capacity. As Valentine’s Day approaches, Emirates SkyCargo continues to support Kenya’s export community by ensuring…

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Love in the Skies: Emirates Connects African Travellers to the World’s Most Romantic Destinations

Passengers can also enjoy themed menus in lounges worldwide and a curated selection of romance films and music on Emirates ice, ensuring the journey feels just as special as the occasion

This Valentine’s season, Emirates (www.Emirates.com) invites couples across Africa to let their love soar to new heights. Whether it’s wandering the enchanting canals of Venice, strolling hand-in-hand through the streets of Paris, or relaxing on the sun-kissed beaches of the Maldives, Emirates connects travellers from Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Nairobi…

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Emirates World travel retail footprint marks key expansion milestone with 10 stores following Abidjan opening

Airline accelerates its travel retail investment with a target to introduce 29 more stores in 2026

Emirates (www.Emirates.com) is doubling down on its strategy to redefine travel retail, hitting a key expansion milestone with the opening of its 10th flagship ‘Emirates World’ store in Abidjan, bringing the current store count to 10 Emirates World Stores and 9 travel retail outlets globally.  The airline has invested AED 174…

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Platinum for purpose: Emirates Airline Foundation and Emirates Auction raise AED 8.8 million (USD 2.4 million), further driving humanitarian impact for children in South Africa and worldwide

Following the success of the initiative, the Emirates Airline Foundation and Emirates Auction will continue to hold annual auction events, creating an ongoing opportunity for supporters worldwide to contribute to the Foundation's mission

100% of proceeds from the auction of seven rare Skywards memberships will be directed to new initiatives, as well as expanding the Foundation's grassroots network Auction partnership is set to become an annual fixture, offering a recurring opportunity to support the Foundation  In a successful first, the Emirates Airline Foundation…

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Platinum for purpose: Emirates Airline Foundation and Emirates Auction raise AED 8.8 million (USD 2.4 million), further driving humanitarian impact for children in Kenya and worldwide

The auction ran from 17 December 2025 to 17 January 2026 and attracted over 900 bids from participants across 131 countries

100% of proceeds from the auction of seven rare Skywards memberships will be directed to new initiatives, as well as expanding the Foundation's grassroots network  Auction partnership is set to become an annual fixture, offering a recurring opportunity to support the Foundation  In a successful first, the Emirates Airline Foundation…

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Emirates extends latest cabin experience to more cities worldwide, with A350 deployment to Entebbe

From 29 March, flights EK729/730 between Dubai and Entebbe will be operated by the Emirates A350, marking the debut of the airline’s newest aircraft type in Uganda

Airline’s Premium Economy network will expand to 99 points by end of 2026  Emirates will introduce its first retrofitted high-density A380 on 14 April Next-generation A350 introduced on services to Entebbe  Emirates (www.Emirates.com) has announced a series of aircraft deployments and product upgrades across its network, including the introduction of its next-generation…

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Emirates ready to take to the field ahead of International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s T20 World Cup with ad campaign featuring Suryakumar Yadav – reaching South African fans

South African fans to experience the thrill of the competition with in-flight match coverage

Emirates (www.TheEmiratesGroup.com) is batting strong, featuring Indian cricket star Suryakumar Yadav in its latest advertising campaign to debut ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.  For almost three decades, Emirates has maintained one of the most consistent presences in world cricket. The airline has embedded itself into the fabric…