The two regions account for nearly one-third of Africa’s population, yet capture less than 15% of the continent’s total air traffic. While East and Southern Africa have made strides in connectivity and airline growth, this region still faces high operating costs, fragmented regulations, underdeveloped infrastructure, and limited intra-African routes. With passenger traffic projected to exceed 110 million by 2040, the gap between potential and performance is too wide to ignore.
This is not just another conference - it is a deal-making, solution-driven platform designed to unlock investment, strengthen connectivity, and address the most critical barriers facing the region today. From aircraft financing and leasing to insurance risk, from route development to digital payments and revenue flows, the conversations at AEROWEST are focused on real challenges and practical solutions.
Bringing together government leaders, airlines, airports, investors, lessors, insurers, tourism authorities, fintech innovators, and global partners, AEROWEST creates a unique environment where policy meets capital, and partnerships turn into action.
For sponsors and exhibitors, this is a rare opportunity to:
- Position your organization at the center of Africa’s aviation and tourism transformation
- Engage directly with decision-makers shaping the future of the industry
- Showcase solutions to a highly targeted and influential audience
- Unlock new markets, partnerships, and investment opportunities
For participants, it is a chance to be part of a defining conversation - one that will shape the future of connectivity, travel, and economic integration across the region.
AEROWEST 2026 is where West & Central Africa connects, collaborates, and builds the future together.
