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Global air passenger demand declined 0.8% year on year in August 2026, with a sharp drop in Middle East traffic weighing on overall performance despite continued growth across Africa, Latin America and parts of Asia and Europe.
As conflict disrupts traditional travel routes and increases costs in the Middle East, South Africa and other parts of Africa are positioning themselves as compelling alternatives.