383. September 2026's AviaDev Connectivity Update with Sean Mendis and Behramjee Ghadially

In this episode of the AviaDev Insight Africa Connectivity Podcast, Jon Howell is joined by Sean Mendis and Behramjee for a fast-moving roundup of the biggest aviation stories across Africa and beyond.

If you want a sharp, informed take on African aviation strategy, network planning, and the commercial realities behind the headlines, this episode is packed with insight.

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro and episode overview

03:18 Airlink flypast in Cape Town

16:09 Airlink's new domestic route, Qatar codeshare, and E2 route updates

28:19 Kenya Airways results and leadership changes

38:34 South African Airways leadership churn and strategy

44:15 FlySafair launches third daily Johannesburg–Harare

53:53 FlySafair acquisition and competition concerns

01:00:18 Malawi Airlines adds more Johannesburg frequencies