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AviaDev Insight Africa

Jon Howell
Ethiopian Airlines
Wildlife Conservation
African Tourism
Tourism
Kenya Airways
South Africa
Wild Africa Fund
Aviation
Regional Connectivity
African Aviation
Accountability
Aviation Industry
Rwanda Air
Aviation Week Africa
London Gatwick
Air Peace
Illegal Wildlife Trade
Protect Group
Covid-19
Norse Atlantic Airways

Since its creation in 2018, AviaDev Insight Africa has established itself as the premier podcast dedicated to African Aviation. We bring prominent industry voices to the table to establish the "ground truth" informally and candidly. The podcast was created by Jon Howell, Founder and CEO of AviaDev Africa, Africa's premier event dedicated to developing air connectivity to, from, and within the Afri... more

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In this episode, we cover the latest route and fleet developments in African aviation.

This month's guests are: 

Sean Mendis, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH SEAN

Behramjee Ghadially, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH BEHRAMJEE  

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In this episode, we cover the latest route and fleet developments in African aviation.

Topics include the arrival of Embraer's E2 aircraft in the Airlink fleet and its strategic significance, the burgeoning route developments by Middle Eastern carr... more

In this episode, we discuss the challenges and objectives of aviation development in The Gambia, focusing on both regional and international connectivity, tourism, infrastructure, and policy developments.

Haddy shares insights about The Gambia's ef... more

Welcome to the September edition of the AviaDev Insight Africa Connectivity update for 2025, hosted by Jon Howell, CEO and Founder of AviaDev Africa.

This month's guests are: 

Sean Mendis, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH SEAN

Behramjee Ghadia... more

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Haddy Faal
Senior Marketing and Communications Officer at The Gambia Civil Aviation Authority
Gambia Civil Aviation Authority
Episode: 348. From The Gambia to The World with Haddy Faal, Senior Marketing and Communications Officer at The Gambia Civil Aviation Authority
Marshal Date Dovenay Tevi-Benissan
Commercial Director at ASKY Airlines
ASKY Airlines
Episode: 344. Slow and Steady Wins the Skies: The ASKY Airlines' Journey with Martial Date Tevi-Benissan, Commercial Director
Munawer Dhirani
CEO of Flightlink, one of East Africa's regional carriers
Flightlink
Episode: 343. Dreams Delivered: Flightlink's recent regional expansion with Munawer Dhirani, Managing Director
Kirby Gordon
Chief Marketing Officer at FlySafair
FlySafair
Episode: 341. Introducing FlySafair's latest innovation, Lindi, and talking all things fleet and network with Kirby Gordon, Chief Marketing Officer
Ato Mesfin Tasew Bekele
Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines with a 41-year career in the airline industry
Ethiopian Airlines
Episode: Celebrating Excellence. Mesfin Tasew Bekele, Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines receives the Ato Girma Wake Lifetime Achievement Award
Tristan Brouard
Vice President of Asset Management at ACC Aviation
ACC Aviation
Episode: Aviation Financing in Africa: How African Airlines Are Transforming Fleet Financing with Tristan Brouard, ACC Aviation
Judy Waruiru
Regional Managing Director for East Africa at Network International with extensive experience in the airline industry.
Network International
Episode: 329. From Mobile Money to AI. The future of airline payments with Network International
Michael Jonga
Director of Africa at AI12
AI12
Episode: 328. From Risk to Resilience. The Insurance and Safety Nexus with AI12
Ahmed Hassan Moalim
Director General of the Somali Civil Aviation Authority
Somali Civil Aviation Authority
Episode: 327. Transforming Somalia's Skies and Revenues with Navpass

Host

Jon Howell
Founder and CEO of AviaDev Africa; host and prominent figure in the African aviation sector, facilitating discussions with industry experts.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Amazing Africa aviation insight

    Amazing Africa aviation insight and knowledge from Jon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhichWayHome
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • African Aviation Needed This

    A great show concentrating on the African aviation market with insightful interviews and insight.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bryan Roseveare
    South Africa5 years ago
  • An insightful show about aviation in Africa.

    Jon has a wide variety of guests that have interesting stories. This easy listening show dives into the details of aviation on the African continent.

    Well done Jon and the team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MogulOne
    South Africa6 years ago
  • Can’t hear

    Really great podcast with what seems to be great content but your speakers and background noise in podcasts is horrible, seriously can’t focus or listen with it going on.... wish it was better produced.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Palapa labs
    South Africa6 years ago
  • Great content when you can hear it

    I really enjoy this podcast and it is very informative, however the sound quality is very poor and on my commute or travel, it can be very difficult to hear properly. Keep up the good work and the varied interviews but please can you address the above

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    alreadyonthecase
    Ireland6 years ago

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#185
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#181
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#249
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#101
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#150
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#174
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348. From The Gambia to The World with Haddy Faal, Senior Marketing and Communications Officer at The Gambia Civil Aviation Authority
Q: What are your hopes for Gambia's aviation landscape in the next five to ten years?
I expect a modernized Banjul International Airport with enhanced facilities, improved passenger processing, and a stronger regional connectivity framework.
348. From The Gambia to The World with Haddy Faal, Senior Marketing and Communications Officer at The Gambia Civil Aviation Authority
Q: Can you share some examples of where the CAA has successfully partnered with airlines in the past?
A recent practical example would be the support of the launch of a Banjo-Lagos service by ValuJet, where the authority worked to ensure clear permits and readiness for ground handling.
350. AviaDev's October 2025 Africa Connectivity Update with Sean Mendis and Behramjee Ghadially. PART TWO
Q: How is United Nigeria planning to utilize its new fleet?
They will be using the 737-800s primarily on domestic trunk routes while also considering regional demands, with discussions around the significance of operational efficiency and profitability.
350. AviaDev's October 2025 Africa Connectivity Update with Sean Mendis and Behramjee Ghadially. PART TWO
Q: What are the topics surrounding the new aircraft order from Turkish Airlines?
The order involves 225 aircraft which is expected to enhance their operational capacity in Africa, addressing route connectivity primarily still focused mainly on Europe.
350. AviaDev's October 2025 Africa Connectivity Update with Sean Mendis and Behramjee Ghadially. PART TWO
Q: What does the current market landscape look like for flights from New York to Africa?
The market has been growing steadily year over year, with Cairo leading the traffic, followed closely by Accra and Casablanca, but Ghana's appeal is noted to have increased significantly due to marketing efforts and visa policies.

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What is AviaDev Insight Africa about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the intricacies of African aviation, this podcast engages with leading industry experts to discuss pressing issues and developments in the sector. Each episode features insightful updates on airline operations, emerging trends, and expert analyses of market dynamics across Africa. With its candid conversations, the podcast serves as a critical platform for knowledge-sharing, highlighting both challenges and opportunities within the region's aviation industry.

Noteworthy aspects include discussions around airline strategies, the impact of regulatory changes, and the future of air travel in Africa. The engaging interviews and expert commentary provide a unique perspective that is particularly valuable for industry professionals, ... more

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Recent guests on AviaDev Insight Africa include:

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2. Marshal Date Dovenay Tevi-Benissan
3. Munawer Dhirani
4. Kirby Gordon
5. Ato Mesfin Tasew Bekele
6. Tristan Brouard
7. Judy Waruiru
8. Michael Jonga

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