AFCAC presents the first African Air Transport Convention and Exhibition 2026 | News
The first African Air Transport Convention and Exhibition 2026 will take place in Lomé, Togo from June 15 to 19, 2026. This five-day event, organized by the African Civil Aviation Commission, in partnership with the African Union Commission and under the patronage of the Government of the Republic of Togo, provides a high-level platform to interact with decision-makers shaping the future of African aviation.
With the theme “Single African Sky: Connectivity and Sustainable Development of Air Transport”, this historic event aims to accelerate the implementation of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) and promote the development of accessible, connected, affordable and sustainable air transport across Africa.
As part of the African Union’s Agenda 2063, the SAATM initiative was launched in 2018 to give new impetus to the goal of air transport liberalization across Africa and to fully implement the Yamoussoukro decision. It represents a transformative step towards the liberalization and integration of the African air transport market. By lifting restrictions on market access between participating states, SAATM seeks to improve intra-African connectivity, reduce airfares, boost tourism and trade, and strengthen competitiveness.
“The African Air Transport Convention & Expo 2026 will serve as a practical platform to accelerate the implementation of SAATM and strengthen intra-African connectivity. By bringing together governments and industry leaders, we are strengthening our collective commitment to a more integrated and competitive African aviation market.”
Mrs. Adefunke Adeyemi, Secretary General, AFCAC
As the executive agency of SAATM, AFCAC plays a central role in coordinating among Member States, ensuring compliance mechanisms, facilitating policy dialogue and promoting technical cooperation to promote seamless air connectivity in Africa.
About the African Air Transport Convention & Expo 2026
This event will serve as a high-level continental platform bringing together Heads of State and Government, Ministers responsible for Transport, Trade, Finance, Tourism and Home Affairs, Directors General of Civil Aviation Authorities, airlines and airport operators, air navigation service providers, AfCFTA, AUDA-NEPAD and regional economic communities, development finance institutions and investors, infrastructure and technology providers.
The event will consist of:
High level opening ceremony;
Continental Policy Forum;
Marketplace for route development;
Cargo & Logistics Corridor Lab;
Infrastructure, ATM and financial hall;
Innovation, Safety & Sustainability Expo
Business networking and bilateral meetings.
The event aims to strengthen partnerships and mobilize actionable solutions that will drive African air transport integration and sustainable growth.
Registration here: https://www.afcac.org/exhibition-opp-and-sponsorship/
