(Business in Cameroon) – Cameroon is expanding its air transport network for the 2025/2026 winter season with the addition of two new operators: Nigeria’s NG Eagle and Chad’s Royal Airways. The decision followed a coordination meeting in Yaoundé organized by the Cameroon Civil Aviation Authority (CCAA) and led by the head of its Air Transport Division. According to the regulator, the new entrants are expected to boost competition, strengthen Cameroon’s position in the Central African market, and meet growing demand.
In total, 15 airlines had their flight schedules approved for the season. The meeting, which reviewed and validated the timetables, resulted in several adjustments among carriers already operating in Cameroon.
Air Algérie increased its schedule to four weekly flights and added a new Douala-N’Djamena service. ASKY Airlines raised its weekly flights from six to seven, while Kenya Airways increased from four to six, adding a new stopover in Abidjan.
Regarding fleet changes, RwandAir replaced its Boeing 787 with an Airbus A330, and Royal Air Maroc adjusted its schedule, replacing its Boeing 789 with a Boeing 787-8. Meanwhile, Allied Air reduced its weekly flights from seven to six.
However, the flight schedules of some carriers, notably Air Côte d’Ivoire, did not receive CCAA approval. The regulator urged regional airlines to cooperate more closely to improve intra-African connectivity, which remains limited, especially in Central Africa.
The CCAA reminded airlines that they must submit their flight schedules for approval at least one month before the start of each season. Any delay will result in financial penalties under current regulations.
Amina Malloum
