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AeroWest Africa Annual Summit 2026
AeroWest • 2026 Edition
Step into a world of innovation and inspiration
Shape the future of Africa's airspace, and the destinations it connects
AeroWest • 2026 Edition
AeroWest Annual Conference 2026
Where aviation and tourism leaders meet. Lagos, Nigeria
West & Central Africa's premier aviation and tourism stage
Discover, Connect, Transform
Join Us on the Runway to Success
AEROWEST 2026 – A Confluence of Opportunities!
A new chapter begins for aviation & tourism in West & Central Africa - AEROWEST!
AEROWEST is a summit that brings together two of the most powerful, yet interdependent engines of economic growth in Africa: aviation and tourism. Across West and Central Africa, the challenge is clear. Airlines struggle with financing, leasing, insurance, and payment constraints.
At the same time, tourism potential remains largely untapped, not due to lack of demand, but because of limited connectivity, high travel costs, and fragmented systems. From the heritage corridors of Ghana to the coastlines of The Gambia and Cape Verde, the destinations are ready. The flights to reach them aren't.
The truth is simple: Without aviation, tourism cannot grow. Without tourism, aviation cannot thrive.
AEROWEST 2026 is where these worlds converge.
Quality Showcase
Explore the future through exhibitions, off-site visits, and live demonstrations, from aircraft innovation to destination development.
Innovative Solutions
Discover brilliant and strategic innovations shaping the skies of tomorrow, and the travel experiences beneath them.
No-Holds-Barred Discussions
Access deep-dive discussions, proffer solutions for sustainable transformation across both industries.
The region on show
One Region. Endless Destinations.
From heritage coastlines and island escapes to lakeside villages and modern skylines — AeroWest sits at the heart of the destinations West & Central Africa is ready to share with the world.
Who'll be Speaking
AeroWest 2026 brings together top aviation executives, tourism board leaders, regulators, OEM leaders, and investors whose experience spans West & Central Africa and the globe.
These speakers don't just share insights, they influence decisions, forge partnerships, and create real opportunities for exhibitors, airlines, and destinations alike.
With deep knowledge across continents, they are uniquely positioned to tackle regional challenges, shape solutions, and drive the growth of Africa's fastest-growing aviation and tourism markets.
Conference Programme
Program Agenda
A focused two-day agenda across the issues defining West & Central African aviation and tourism.
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Day 1 10:00 am to 5:00 pmOpening Plenary
Welcome Address
State of Aviation & Tourism in West & Central Africa: regional infrastructure challenges, regulatory landscape, safety standards, air traffic management, destination readiness, and the economic impact of both sectors.
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Day 2 9:30 am to 5:00 pmSolutions and Strategies
Technology and Innovation in Aviation
How technology addresses regional connectivity and destination challenges, digital transformation, and innovations in air traffic control, airport operations, and travel platforms.
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Day 3 10:00 am to 2:30 pmCheck Out & Post Conference Tours
Tours 1 and Tour 2
ROUTE 1 — MMIA Aviation Infrastructure Tour
Speaker to be announced
The case for attending
Why Attend?
Five reasons the region's aviation and tourism decision-makers will be in the room — and why you should be too.
Discover Investment Opportunities – Explore $25B+ in aviation infrastructure and fleet development projects, alongside hospitality and destination investments ripe for partnership.
Tackle Regional Challenges – Engage in discussions addressing connectivity gaps, regulatory fragmentation, high operating costs, and the infrastructure bottlenecks holding back both flights and visitors.
Access High-Growth Markets – West & Central Africa is projected to exceed 110 million air passengers by 2040, while the continent remains the world's fastest-growing tourism region.
Showcase & Learn Innovation – Gain insights into the latest aviation technology, sustainability initiatives, and the destination marketing and hospitality solutions shaping the region's travel future.
Network with Key Decision-Makers – Connect directly with airlines, OEMs, regulators, investors, tourism boards, and hospitality leaders from 20+ countries.
Tourism potential
Experiences Worth Flying For
The demand is real — culture, wildlife and nature experiences the region already offers, waiting on the connectivity AeroWest exists to unlock.
Culture & Festivals
Street art, festivals and heritage celebrations that fill the region's cities with colour all year round.
Rhythm & Heritage
Living traditions of music, dance and storytelling carried from historic quarters to modern stages.
Wildlife & Safaris
Elephants, primates and birdlife across national parks and reserves from Mole to Waza.
Eco & Nature Escapes
Waterfalls, rainforest canopies and coastal wetlands waiting on better connections to the world.
Why Exhibit?
Take Your Brand to New Heights!
West & Central Africa's aviation and tourism markets are booming; 110M+ air passengers expected by 2040, and a continent-leading surge in tourist arrivals, with billions needed for fleet, airport, and destination infrastructure. AeroWest 2026 connects you with decision-makers from 20+ countries, airlines, tourism boards, regulators, investors, hospitality groups, and OEMs ready to forge partnerships. Exhibit here to place your brand at the heart of the region's aviation and tourism transformation.
Reach a highly targeted audience of industry leaders, investors, and key decision-makers across West & Central Africa's aviation and tourism sectors.
Connect directly with potential clients, partners, and influential figures, fostering invaluable collaborations and business growth.
Position your organization at the forefront of innovation and influence within the continent's dynamic aviation and travel landscape.
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