Also known as: Ethiopian Airlines Group
Strategic operating partner for Namibia and Botswana's joint national airline launching in late 2026.
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New Era
Ethiopian Airlines is expected to serve as the strategic operating partner for the new airline
“A key pillar of the strategy is Ethiopian Airlines, Africa's largest and most successful carrier, which is expected to serve as the strategic operating partner for the new airline.”
Namibia Air takes offWindhoek Observer
Ethiopian Airlines is sought for technical expertise by Namibia
“As part of this approach, Namibia has explored cooperation with regional aviation partners, including Botswana, while seeking technical expertise from established airlines such as Ethiopian Airlines.”
Namibia Air proposes fares below N$2 000 for regional flights as carrier nears launchNew Era
Ethiopian Airlines will serve as strategic partner and technical advisor for the joint airline
“Earmarked to fully commence with operations as early as December, the Namibia, Botswana airline will be managed in collaboration with Africa's leading airline, Ethiopian Airlines, which will serve as a strategic partner.”
Namibia, Botswana twin to establish airlineThe Namibian
Ethiopian Airlines operates flight ET835 with all-female crew
“Today, more than a century later, that spirit continues as Ethiopian Airlines flight ET835 arrives here in Windhoek from Addis Ababa proudly operated by an all-female crew.”
Remarks by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on International Women’s Day at Hosea Kutako International AirportInformanté
Ethiopian Airlines brought Namibia's founding president Sam Nujoma home in 1989 after years in exile
“She recalled the airline's historic role in bringing Namibia's founding president, Sam Nujoma, home in 1989 after years in exile.”
Nandi-Ndaitwah highlights women in aviationNew Era
Ethiopian Airlines Group officially commenced construction of Bishoftu International Airport
“On Saturday 10 January 2026, Ethiopian Airlines Group officially commenced construction of Bishoftu International Airport, which the airline stated stands as a defining project for both Ethiopia and African aviation, facilitating trade, tourism, and people-to-people interactions within Africa and beyond.”
Ethiopia’s new airport instrumental to Africa’s free tradeThe Namibian
Ethiopian Airlines is testament to success of a national airline
“A national airline is the pride and joy of every country, and Ethiopian Airlines is testament to this.”
Bring Back Air Namibia – But Do It RightFive years after Air Namibia's collapse, Namibia Air has filed aviation licence applications to operate passenger and cargo services domestically, regionally and internationally, with the government aiming to launch the fully operational joint airline with Botswana by the end of 2026 and Ethiopian Airlines as the strategic operating partner.
20 hours ago · New Era →
Five years after Air Namibia's collapse, Namibia Air has filed aviation licence applications to operate passenger and cargo services domestically, regionally and internationally, with the government aiming to launch the fully operational joint airline with Botswana by the end of 2026 and Ethiopian Airlines as the strategic operating partner.
20 hours ago · New Era →
Namibia Air (Pty) Ltd has proposed one-way ticket prices below N$2,000 on regional routes, with Windhoek-Johannesburg flights estimated at N$1,881.88 and Windhoek-Cape Town at approximately N$1,939.08, excluding airport taxes and security charges. The carrier is seeking Transport Commission approval to operate scheduled and non-scheduled passenger and cargo services, with actual fares to vary by demand, booking periods, and operational factors under a dynamic pricing model.
23 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
The government, through Namibia Air, is planning to acquire seven aircraft valued at N$594 million to launch the new airline by late 2026, following Air Namibia's liquidation. The airline has applied for licenses to operate scheduled and charter flights domestically, regionally, and internationally.
21 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia and Botswana plan to launch a joint national airline by the end of this year, with Ethiopian Airlines as a strategic partner. The airline aims to create roughly 700 direct jobs and 500 indirect jobs, starting with domestic routes before expanding to regional and international markets.
8 May 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah delivered remarks on International Women's Day highlighting Namibia's strides in women's emancipation, including the recent swearing-in of the first female Supreme Court judge and the women's national soccer team's Cosafa Cup victory. She also commended an all-female Ethiopian Airlines crew, noting that women now lead nations, advance science and shape industries in ways once unimaginable.
11 March 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah joined Ethiopian Airlines at Hosea Kutako International Airport to commemorate the airline's 80th anniversary and celebrate International Women's Day, highlighting women's growing role in aviation and progress toward gender equality. She pointed to Namibia's milestones including female leadership in government and sectors such as medicine, engineering and aviation, and noted that an all-female Ethiopian Airlines crew arrival sends a powerful message to young girls about career opportunities.
10 March 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia recorded 1.26 million international tourist arrivals in 2024, a 45.5% increase from 2023, with the high-end sector experiencing robust recovery driven by demand for eco-conscious, low-density experiences in destinations like Etosha, Sossusvlei, and emerging remote areas. The sector is projected to generate N$4.6 billion in 2025 with continued growth expected from improved air connectivity and diversified marketing strategies.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Ethiopian Airlines Group has commenced construction of Bishoftu International Airport on 10 January 2026, a project designed to support African trade and connectivity through the African Continental Free Trade Area. Phase one is expected to be completed by 2030 with capacity for 60 million passengers annually, expanding to 110 million when fully built.
14 January 2026 · New Era →
Ethiopia has begun building what Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed describes as Africa's biggest airport in Bishoftu, southeast of Addis Ababa, at a cost of around $12.7 billion. The facility is expected to handle 110 million passengers annually when complete in five years, and will include a motorway and 38-kilometre high-speed railway link to the capital.
12 January 2026 · New Era →