By Aliyu GaladimaAfrican airlines recorded a 7.1% year-on-year increase in international passenger traffic in August 2025, according to data released by the International Air Transport Association ,IATA. “International demand rose 6.6% compared to August 2024. “African airlines saw a 7.1% year-on-year increase in demand. More insightsAsia-Pacific airlines led growth in August, with international demand up 9.8% year-on-year. African airlines grew demand by 7.1%, with capacity up 5.3% and load factor at 79.7%.