Emirates strengthens routes to Ethiopia, Uganda and South Africa

March 2025, Emirates will significantly expand its air services in Africa, adding a fourth daily flight between Dubai and Johannesburg. This initiative is part of a strategy to intensify its presence on the African continent. The airline is also extending its operations to key cities such as Addis Ababa in Ethiopia and Entebbe in Uganda. This reinforcement illustrates growing economic ambitions, strengthening ties between the UAE and East Africa. Africa, now a strategic zone for the Emirates, is thus becoming a pivot for growth and aviation cooperation.

Emirates steps up services to Ethiopia, Uganda and South Africa

In the vast skies of aviation, Emirates shines brightly as it strengthens its connections to Africa. Strategically located, the airline has strengthened its network to include more destinations on the African continent, with an emphasis on Ethiopia, Uganda and South Africa.

Focus on Ethiopia

Ethiopia, a land of cultural and historical riches, is seeing an increase in Emirates flights to its capital, Addis Ababa. This effort is perfectly in line with the airline's ambitions to firmly establish itself in Ethiopia. East Africa. With luxurious interiors and world-class service, Emirates ensures that every journey to and from Ethiopia becomes an unforgettable experience.

Uganda, an unexplored hub

In the heart of Africa, Uganda, with its spectacular wildlife and varied landscapes, is becoming a privileged destination thanks to Emirates' initiatives. The airline is stepping up its flights to EntebbeThis air bridge not only opens up new routes, it also strengthens economic relations between the United Arab Emirates and Uganda. This air bridge not only opens up new routes, it also strengthens the economic relationship between the United Arab Emirates and Uganda.

Increased presence in South Africa

With dynamic cities like Johannesburg, South Africa is a destination of choice for Emirates. From March 2025, the airline will add a fourth daily flight linking Dubai to Johannesburg. This initiative is in response to growing demand from travellers wishing to explore the cultural and natural riches of this diverse and vibrant nation.

Regional strategies and ambitions

With these new flights, Emirates illustrates its vision of seamless global connectivity. By strengthening its presence in key countries such as Ethiopia, Uganda and South Africa, it is not only meeting growing business needs, but also boosting tourism in these incredible regions. This growth not only pushes the frontiers of adventure, but also forges closer economic ties between the Middle East and Africa.

To find out more about Emirates' global reach, you can also discover how Oman Air relaunches winter services to Zurich, Malé and Moscow or how Delta unveils new transatlantic route plan for 2025.

Emirates Enhanced Services Comparator

Destination	Flight Frequency
Ethiopia	Additional flights to Addis Ababa
Uganda	Increased connections to Entebbe
South Africa	Fourth daily flight to Johannesburg
Johannesburg	60 regional destinations connected
Ethiopia, Uganda	Strengthening economic ties
Today	Strategy for conquering Africa

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