Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s leading airline, has been named ‘Best Airline in Africa’ at the 2026 SKYTRAX World Airline Awards for the ninth consecutive year, reaffirming its position as the continent’s premier carrier. In addition to this prestigious recognition, the airline also secured multiple accolades across various service categories.Read more...

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline group, is pleased to announce the commencement of its new scheduled passenger service to Port Harcourt, Nigeria, effective 01 December 2026.

Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services, the largest cargo network operator in Africa has partnered with CargoAi as its strategic partner to further enhance the digital operations. This collaboration marks an important milestone in Ethiopian Cargo’s digital roadmap, enabling the airline to offer real-time rate visibility and eBooking capabilities to freight forwarders worldwide through CargoAi’s advanced platform.

Ethiopian Airlines, the largest network operating carrier in Africa plans to expand its presence in Mozambique with a thrice weekly passenger service to Nacala starting from 27 October 2026. Nacala, will join the vast Ethiopian network as the airline’s third destination in Mozambique after Maputo and Beira.

Incheon International Airport Corporation (IIAC) and Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline alliance, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a Star Alliance lounge at Terminal 1 of Incheon International Airport.

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, August 21, 2026 – Ethiopian Airlines and Boeing [NYSE: BA] have successfully concluded the fourth edition of their STEM School program, equipping grade 11 students with the skills and inspiration to pursue careers in aviation and engineering.Read more...

Ethiopian Airlines is pleased to announce the inauguration of its new passenger service to Mauritius, marking another milestone in the airline’s continued expansion across Africa. The new route, which commences operations today, 12 July 2026, will be operated three times weekly, enhancing connectivity between Mauritius and Ethiopian Airlines’ extensive global network.Read more...

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s leading airline, is pleased to announce the commencement of its new thrice weekly passenger service to Lyon, France, effective July 2, 2026, further strengthening its presence in Europe and enhancing connectivity between Africa and the region.

Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest airline, is delighted to announce the delivery of the first of two DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft from De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited. The addition of the aircraft will support Ethiopian Airlines’ efforts to expand domestic connectivity and provide access to remote areas and tourism destinations across Ethiopia.  

Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest network operating carrier in Africa, is pleased to announce that it will launch its new three-times-weekly direct passenger service to Port Louis, Mauritius, effective July 12, 2026.

Ethiopian Airlines has received the 2026 APEX Best Airline in Africa Award, a recognition that reflects the confidence and loyalty of passengers who continue to choose the airline across its global network.

The award highlights Ethiopian Airlines’ steady focus on delivering a smooth, comfortable, and dependable travel experience, from the moment passengers book their flights to the time they reach their destinations. Consistently strong service, onboard comfort, and operational reliability have all played a role in meeting the changing expectations of today’s travelers.

Ethiopian Airlines and Visa Strengthen Collaboration to Expand Co‑Branded Card Offerings

The agreement will support seamless travel payments and enhanced customer experiences. Addis Ababa, 29 April 2026 — Ethiopian Airlines, the largest airline in Africa and Visa, a global leader in digital payments, announce an agreement to support the rollout and growth of Visa co‑branded payment products.   

Star Alliance today unveiled its lounge at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), located in the newly opened Terminal 3. The opening builds on the success of the Alliance’s first lounge in Asia in 2024, also in Guangzhou, and reflects the continued evolution of its presence in one of the region’s growing international gateways.Read more...

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline, is proud to announce that it has been recognized with three accolades at the PAX Readership Awards 2026, in Hamburg Germany.

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Ethiopian Airlines marks 80 years of service today, 08 April 2026. Commemorating the historic milestone, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew officially announced the beginning of the airline’s 80^th year service anniversary celebrations at a press conference held at Ethiopian Skylight Hotel.

Ethiopian Airlines Group (EAG) is pleased to announce the conclusion of the prequalification stage for the EPC-F procurement of the four main works packages for the Bishoftu International Airport Project.

Star Alliance officially welcomed ITA Airways as its newest member, marking the completion of the Italian carrier’s integration into the world’s largest airline alliance.

Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest airline group and Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel programme today announced a strategic partnership that gives travellers more opportunities to earn and redeem points and miles across both hotel stays and flights.

Ethiopian Airlines, the largest airline in Africa, is pleased to announce that it has signed lease agreements with AerCap Holdings N.V. for two Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighters.