Unleashing aviation's potential
Africa has the greatest potential for growth in the aviation industry of all regions. While our commitment to support safe, secure and sustainable air transport across Africa remains unchanged, the need to accelerate the advancement of aviation across the continent is imperative.
Focus Africa will bring together airline CEOs along with aviation leaders, decision makers and influencers from Africa, the Middle East and globally to collaboratively drive the advancement of aviation in Africa.
Who will attend?
Leaders, decision-makers and influencers representing airlines, airports, government agencies, air navigation service providers, international and regional associations, aviation suppliers, aircraft manufacturers and other stakeholders.
Cost
Focus Africa Conference is a free of charge event.
Key Focus Areas
Topics addressing Africa’s challenges and opportunities include:
- Improving Safety and Security
- Smarter Regulations
- Strengthening Connectivity
- Airlines Modern Retailing
- Infrastructure and Capacity-Building
- Skilled Workforce for the Future
- And much more…
Host Airline
Focus Africa Sponsors
The Focus Africa Conference will take place over two days with exceptional speakers and engaging break-out sessions. Check out the two-day agenda (pdf).
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Flights
Addis Ababa is serviced through multiple airlines. Once participants receive confirmation of registration, they can book the flights of their choice. Preferred rates on Ethiopian Airlines will be provided for participants upon their registration and confirmation.
Hotel
Focus Africa Conference will take place at the Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa. Preferred rates will be provided for participants upon their registration and confirmation.
Visa
If you need a visa to enter Ethiopia, please use the following link to the eVisa portal.
Note: Please wait for confirmation of registration before applying for a visa.
Sponsors/Exhibitors
The IATA Focus Africa Conference provides the perfect opportunity to network over 300 partcipants representing airlines, airports, government agencies, air navigation service providers, international and regional associations, aviation suppliers, aircraft manufacturers and other stakeholders.
For more information, you can email us at adame@iata.org or through our contacts below:
Rima Tayyah
Regional Director External Affairs
& Sustainability MENA
+962 7 9530 6400
Alex Stancu
Area Manager - South East Africa
+27 66 486 7582