According to Moneyweb, the Airports Company South Africa (Acsa) has initiated an upgrade project at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport in Gqeberha. This project aims to enhance terminal facilities and is part of a larger strategy for modernising the airport to alleviate congestion.

The Moloto rail project, intended to connect Pretoria and Mpumalanga, remains stalled despite significant financial investment, according to TimesLIVE. The initiative has not progressed within the context of a broader R2-trillion master plan, leaving it effectively sidelined.

The rehabilitation and expansion of Kigoma Airport in western Tanzania is 60 percent complete, with the government optimistic about its potential to enhance economic growth, trade, and investment in the region. The Ministry of Works, via the Tanzania National Roads Agency (TANROADS), reported that the project is progressing steadily and is set to open in July.

Msalato International Airport in Dodoma is set to commence operations in September 2026 as construction nears completion. The airport is designed to accommodate 1.5 million passengers each year and aims to enhance both domestic and international air connectivity, thereby bolstering investment and economic activity in Tanzania's capital.

Cape Winelands Airport and Stellenbosch University have announced a partnership to develop an R8 billion aviation hub. This collaboration aims to integrate academic research, skills development, and smart infrastructure to support the long-term expansion of the airport.

East Africa's tourism sector is experiencing significant growth, with Kenya receiving 2.7 million international visitors in 2025, up from 2.39 million in 2024. This 12.97% increase has led to a record tourism revenue of Sh500 billion. Experts suggest that enhancing tech infrastructure could further boost this growth, addressing challenges such as fragmented booking systems and reliance on cash transactions.