Uganda's parliamentary committee COSASE, which oversees government agencies, has questioned Civil Aviation Authority officials over how 82 staff members were employed despite allegedly entering with forged academic documents. According to NTV Uganda, CAA officials said they are actively working to streamline operations and identify such irregularities. The committee demanded explanations on the recruitment process as part of its probe into the aviation body's operations.

A Kenyan woman named Isabella Bochaberi has celebrated what she described as a proud and unforgettable moment after visiting the Boeing manufacturing plant in Washington, USA, according to Tuko. She shared her experience of touring the massive aircraft factory, expressing her excitement about the visit. Details beyond her personal account of the trip were not provided in the report.

Nigerian woman Habibat Salawudeen Ihiovi-Jack has completed a 144-hour Bible reading marathon, aiming to set a new Guinness World Record. The event, which began on June 22, 2026, showcased her endurance and dedication to Scripture, as she read passages continuously for six days.

Investigators have recovered the flight recorders from a Boeing 767-300 cargo plane that overshot the runway at Miami International Airport, killing five people and seriously injuring five others, according to the BBC. The crash, described as devastating, involved an Amazon cargo aircraft. The recovered recorders are expected to help authorities determine the cause of the accident as the investigation continues.

Nigerian carrier Air Peace has acknowledged widespread flight disruptions that have caused delays, cancellations and disrupted travel plans for passengers. According to the airline, the problems stem from a combination of a bird strike, adverse weather conditions, technical issues and delays in the availability of Jet A1 aviation fuel. The disruption comes amid growing frustration among Nigerian air travellers over repeated flight delays and cancellations.

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has mandated Airbus to inspect specific A380 jets due to the discovery of cracks in the wings, which could potentially compromise the structural integrity of the aircraft. This directive aims to ensure the safety and reliability of the A380 fleet.