Challenges Faced by African Airports Due to COVID-19
African airports have encountered significant challenges both before and after the COVID-19 pandemic, including a drastic drop in passenger traffic and revenue collapse in 2020. The air transport industry in Africa faces various obstacles such as infrastructure deficiencies, lack of liberalization, regulatory issues, and limited financing. Despite these challenges, there are opportunities for growth through political will and initiatives like SAATM, AfCFTA, and FMPP.
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African Airports Challenges Pre-COVID-19 and Post COVID-19 Mr. Ali Tounsi Secretary General ACI Africa 1
Airport Traffic and Revenue Collapse with COVID-19 In 2020, Africa has witnessed a 67% drop in passenger traffic compared to 2019. 2
Challenges for the Air Transport Industry in Africa COVID-19 Infrastructure Lack of liberalization Airport Certification Poor connectivity Air access Aero-political restrictions BASA Regulatory Protectionism Poor infrastructure Protectionism Finance Low number of certified airports Politics Technology
Way Forward for African Air Transport Industry Political Will African solutions SAATM, AfCFTA and FMPP - the drivers of traffic growth on the continent
Thank You Thank You About ACI-Africa ACI Africa is the international association of African airports. It is the voice of African Airports and has as prime objective to advance the interests of airports and to promote professional excellence in airport management and operations on the African continent. ACI Africa is composed of 67 members from 53 African countries, managing more than 260 airports, and of 44 business partners. ACI Africa Website https://www.aci-africa.aero/ 5
