African airlines recorded a 10.3% rise in passenger traffic in December 2025 compared with the same month in 2024, according to new data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The surge marks one of the region’s strongest recent monthly performances and reflects solid demand during the year-end travel season.
For full-year 2025, African carriers also showed steady progress, with passenger demand increasing and flight capacity expanding as airlines added routes and frequencies. Despite ongoing operational and cost challenges, the region’s load factor a measure of how full flights are improved, signaling more efficient aircraft utilization.
The African market outpaced the global average growth rate, contributing to what IATA describes as a record year for air travel worldwide as international and domestic demand remained resilient. Industry observers say the momentum could support further network expansion and connectivity across the continent in 2026. Visit www.jocomms.com for more news.