Staff Writer
Windhoek is hosting a continental aviation gathering this week as Aviation Week Africa gets underway under the theme “Linking Africa: Partners for Growth”.
The four-day event runs from 21 to 24 April at the Windhoek International Convention Centre, with related activities at the Mövenpick Hotel Windhoek.
The programme started on 21 April with arrivals, registration and accreditation.
The official opening on 22 April includes remarks from industry and government leaders such as Aaron Munetsi, Indileni Daniel and Teofilus Shaende.
Other speakers include Namibia Airports Company (NAC) chief executive officer Bisey Uirab and representatives from Zambia.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is expected to deliver the main address, focusing on regional air links and aviation development.
The event includes sessions on cooperation between military and civil aviation, route development and improving air access.
Delegates will take part in technical tours, including a visit to Eros Airport and business meetings.
Exhibitions and networking sessions aim to connect airlines, regulators, airport operators and service providers. The event is supported by the Namibia Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and NAC.
On the third day, the focus will shift to innovation, including technology and artificial intelligence in tourism. A youth session will also take place to engage future aviation professionals.
A platform for women in aviation leadership will be introduced to promote diversity in the sector.
The event will end on 24 April after exhibitions and meetings, following a gala dinner the evening before.
The organisers say the summit aims to support collaboration, investment and growth in Africa’s aviation sector.
