Driving the Benefits of Aviation Across the Continent
Air transport is vital for the socio-economic development of Africa, with growth above the global average driving an increase in trade and tourism traffic. A series of Oxford Economics studies commissioned by IATA reveals that air transport generates $ 67.8 billion in GDP for Africa and supports 6.7 million jobs. See detailed benefits of aviation country reports.
IATA is organizing this Aviation Day in cooperation with Ethiopian Airlines, to look at the challenges and opportunities for aviation in Africa, ahead of the IATA Annual General Meeting to take place in Cape Town in June.
Focusing on the theme " driving the benefits of aviation across the continent" the agenda will expound on the key pillars:
IATA's Director General & CEO, Tony Tyler will address this important event and use this opportunity to listen to challenges, concerns and contribution of participants.
Participation is free, but you must register. Please contact and provide your details to nboidfs@iata.org.