AFRAA – African carriers expect strong comeback in 2023

Passenger air traffic in Africa in March 2023 reached almost 95% of the pre-pandemic level as per the data released by African Airlines Association (AFRAA). The association estimates airlines will end the year about 10 million short of the full-year 2019 passenger figures. The total is estimated at 85 million. As per the report, domestic traffic leads the market share at 37% followed by intercontinental traffic at 32% and passenger traffic between African states at 31%. African airlines have also maintained an achievement higher than pre-pandemic levels. The total number of intercontinental routes operated has been higher than 2019 levels