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Last summer, something monumental happened. One of Uncuffed's founding producers, Greg Eskridge, came home after more than 30 years in prison. In this episode we’ll bring you back to that emotional day last summer when he walked out of the San Quentin gates, free at last. Our work in prisons is supported by the California Arts Council, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, independent foundations, and donations from listeners like you. Learn more, sign up for Uncuffed news, and support the program at www.weareuncuffed.org Follow us @WeAreUncuffed on Instagram and Facebook Transcripts are available within a week of the episode coming out at www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed…

AviaDev Insight Africa

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Since its creation in 2018, AviaDev Insight Africa has established itself as the premier podcast dedicated to African Aviation. We bring prominent industry voices to the table to establish the "ground truth" informally and candidly. The podcast was created by Jon Howell, Founder and CEO of AviaDev Africa, Africa's premier event dedicated to developing air connectivity to, from, and within the African continent

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317. Discover Airlines: Milestones reached and future plans for Africa's skies 25:06

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In this episode, I am joined by Marco Goetz, Chief Commercial Officer, and Rupert Kraus, Director Network Development and Airport Relations at Discover Airlines. The airline turns 4 in 2025 and continues to develop its African network. In the episode, we discuss: The African network and fleet in 2025. The Zanzibar route performance and continued expansion A new route for 2025, the Seychelles, starting in October 2025. Windhoek will be served from a new base in Munich 3 x week from March 2025. How big a role has the interline with Airlink/ FlyNamibia played in making this route a success? Inflight product upgrades Fleet development and what this means for African destinations that cannot yet be served. Meet the team at AviaDev in Zanzibar this June Connect with Rupert Connect with Marco…

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316. Previewing the Tourism and Aviation Connectivity Forum (New for AviaDev 2025) 39:06

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In this episode, I am joined by our 3 partners to preview the inaugural AviaDev tourism and connectivity forum, a platform offering practical advice and showcasing best practices to inform and assist Africa's tourism authorities to shape their destination's connectivity. Our partners are: Natalia Rosa, Tourism Project Lead, SADC Tourism Business Council Kojo Bentum-Williams, CEO, VoyagesAfriq Tim Harris, Helm Growth Advisors In the episode, we discuss: Why the Cape Town Air Access initiative was created and the benefits it has brought to the Western Cape Is there appetite from the SADC governments to support the development of aviation and tourism in the region and what lobbying efforts are currently taking place? Why destinations are not already more involved in air service development An overview of the sessions and what attendees will gain from attending. You can find out more about the event here If you are an airport listener, why not share the episode and encourage your tourism authority to join you for the event?…

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315. Previewing the BARSA (Board of Airline Representatives of South Africa) Aviation Summit 2025 with George Mothema, CEO 30:53

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In this episode, we sit down with George Mothema, CEO of BARSA, the Board of Airline Representatives of South Africa, who represents the interests of international, regional, and local member airlines and ground handlers to government, airport operators, and stakeholders in the airline industry. We cover: South Africa's recovery to date in terms of airlift and tourism BARSA's priorities for 2025 and beyond What's holding back progress? An overview of topics and speakers slated for the 2025 edition, taking place 13-14 March in Kruger, Mpumulanga. To find out more about the summit, visit https://barsa.co.za/summit-2025/ To follow BARSA on LinkedIn, click here To view the Trevor Noah campaign video…

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314. Navigating Aviation Insurance in Africa: Insights and Best Practices with Solus Insurance Brokers 38:45

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In this episode, recorded live on location in Dubai, we are joined by Timur Shumarov, Co-Founder, and Tatenda Karuwa, Account Executive, from Solus Insurance Brokers to discuss the critical topic of aviation insurance for African airlines. In the episode, we cover: The typical insurance an airline will need to be able to operate How is the insurance landscape in Africa changing and what is driving the change? The challenges of providing incomplete or incorrect information when applying for coverage or leaving a renewal too late The benefits of engaging an insurance broker to support the airline. Connect with Tatenda Connect with Timur Find out more about Solus at https://solus.ae/ Our conversation is supported by an insightful article entitled "5 Best Practices When Seeking Aviation Insurance" which can be read here…

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313. Financing Africa's Skies: Challenges and Solutions with Raphael Haddad, President, Jetcraft Commercial 31:59

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We welcome back Raphael Haddad, President of Jetcraft Commerical, for a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities facing African airlines regarding aircraft procurement and financing. Topics discussed: An overview of current market trends and sentiment Is aircraft acquisition and financing becoming more difficult and what options are open to African airlines? Fleet renewals. Are airlines looking for improved efficiency and economics or are they simply focused on cost? How can we improve the strength of African airlines to ensure that African connectivity continues to develop? Is Africa ready to handle a doubling of the commercial fleet in the next 20 years? Connect with Raphael on LinkedIn Visit the Jetcraft Commercial website…

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312. AviaDev's January 2025 Connectivity Update with Sean Mendis and Behramjee Ghadially, 1:25:15

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Welcome to the first edition of the AviaDev Insight Africa Connectivity update for 2025, hosted by Jon Howell, CEO and Founder of AviaDev Africa. This month's guests are: Sean Mendis, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH SEAN Behramjee Ghadially, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH BEHRAMJEE In this bumper episode, we cover the following stories: ✈️ Ethiopian Airlines to launch Hyderabad 3 x week from June ✈️ SAA opening a daily flight to Dar-Es-Salaam on 20th January ✈️ Air Sierra Leone launching operations with Freetown-Lagos using Embraer ERJ 145 ✈️ British Airways increasing service to Nairobi in Summer 2025 and the impact on Kenya Airways and Uganda Airlines' ambitions in this market ✈️ Lufthansa Group deep dive: Brussels Airlines increasing its long haul fleet and sub-Saharan expansion to 56 weekly flights. ✈️ Discover to launch Seychelles 2 x week from October 2025 ✈️ ITA joining the Lufthansa Group and what this means for African connectivity ✈️ Air Arabia launching service to Addis Ababa from Sharjah ✈️ Turkish Airlines' expansion into Tanzania ✈️ Emirates increasing frequencies to Madagascar ✈️ Latest on the South African market and ownership ruling If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe to the podcast to never miss another episode and share this episode with someone in your network who would benefit from listening.…

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311. From Black Box to Glass Box: How AI is set to revolutionize airline revenue management with RTS (Revenue Technology Services) 36:30

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In our first podcast of 2025, we examine how AI is revolutionizing airline revenue management and how this can improve airline profitability in Africa and across the globe. To discuss this topic, I am joined by 3 revenue management experts: the President and CEO of RTS, Raja Kasilingam; Passenger Airline Senior Vice President, Bharat Kumar and Senior Vice President, Jason Codd. Topics discussed: An introduction to airline revenue management- its origins and evolution Common mistakes airlines make with their revenue management practices The World of Artificial Intelligence and how it can support decision making How to deal with scepticism and how AI can provide transparency in outlining recommendations Read the blog here Connect with Raja here Connect with Bharat here Connect with Jason here…

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310. The 2024 AviaDev Connectivity Update Awards with Sean Mendis and Behramjee Ghadially 1:10:54

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This is the fourteenth and end-of-year edition of the AviaDev Insight Africa Connectivity update, the podcast offering insight into the route developments in Africa, hosted by Jon Howell, CEO and Founder of AviaDev Africa. This month's guests are: Sean Mendis, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH SEAN Behramjee Ghadially, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH BEHRAMJEE Our protagonists will be nominating their chosen routes according to the following categories:✈️ Intercontinental Route of the Year ✈️ Intra-Africa Route of the Year ✈️ Best intercontinental "Expansion" Route of the year ✈️ Worst Route decision of the year ✈️ Route suspension of the year ✈️ Surprise route of the year ✈️ Most sensible commercial decision of the year If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe to the podcast to never miss another episode and share this episode with someone in your network who would benefit from listening.…

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309. Book Release "Strategies for Sustainable Air Service Development" with Editors Chrystal Zhang, Associate Professor, RMIT University and Dr Kareem Yarde, Air transport and tourism consultant 19:42

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In this episode, we speak with the Editors of a new publication dedicated to Air Service Development. This is particularly poignant for your host, as Jon Howell contributed both the Preface and a chapter to the book. In the episode, we explore whether the book is theoretical or practical, who will derive value from the publication, and get some insight into the contributors. To order the book, visit the Routledge website here…

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308. Zanzibar's new horizons. Outlining the vision with Arif Abbas, Executive Secretary, Zanzibar Commission for Tourism 23:16

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In this episode, Arif Abbas, the Executive Secretary of the Zanzibar Commission for Tourism, outlines the island's tourism strategy. We discuss why ZCT chose to partner with the Zanzibar Airports Authority to host AviaDev in June 2025, the importance of tourism to the Island's economy, and why growth in volume is not the only metric of success. Learn about the target markets and the renewed focus on African connectivity. Find out more about the event at www.aviadev.com…

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307. AviaDev's November 2024 Connectivity Update with Sean Mendis, Behramjee Ghadially, and special guest Joao Po Jorge 1:32:10

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This is the thirteenth edition of AviaDev Insight Africa Connectivity update, the podcast offering insight into the new route developments in Africa, hosted by Jon Howell, CEO and Founder of AviaDev Africa. This month's guests are: Sean Mendis, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH SEAN Behramjee Ghadially, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH BEHRAMJEE Joao Po Jorge CONNECT WITH JOAO Key topics discussed: ✈️ FlySafair's current predicament and impending ruling ✈️ Ethiopian launching domestic operations in DRC as part of a joint venture ✈️ Ethiopian's new A350-1000 and pending regional aircraft decision- will it be the E2 or the A220? ✈️ Virgin delaying Accra launch ✈️ Uganda Airlines leasing in A320s and an update on the London Gatwick route ✈️ Air Tanzania's new CEO and launch to Johannesburg 5x week ✈️ Flynas to open Entebbe and Djibouti from January 2025 ✈️ How important will Africa be to Riyadh Air's strategy? ✈️ Air Sierra Leone- what do we know? ✈️ flyDubai's quiet increase to Addis and Entebbe If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe to the podcast to never miss another episode and share this episode with someone in your network who would benefit from listening.…

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306. Unveiling Zanzibar's Aviation Ambitions with Seif Juma, Director General, Zanzibar Airports Authority 8:40

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This episode was recorded on location on the Spice Island of Zanzibar on 15th November 2024. I sat down with the DG of the Zanzibar Airports Authority to understand why they wanted to host AviaDev in 2025. We also discuss the incredible passenger growth, new infrastructure and where the opportunities lie for more connectivity. Finally, we discuss some ideas of what to do on the Island before or after the AviaDev event in June 2025. Find out more at www.aviadev.com…

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305. Leadership in African Aviation: A deep dive with Jacob Rogers 26:13

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In this episode, we speak to Jacob Rogers, a recent graduate from Coventry University in the UK. Jacob recently graduated with First Class Honours in BSc Aviation Management. His dissertation topic was fascinating and based on interviews with African Aviation leaders. As a Visiting Professor at the University, we first discussed the topic a year ago, so I'm delighted to bring the topic to the podcast. Together we discussed: Jacob's interest in African aviation The objective of the research Significant differences between leadership styles in Africa and traditional styles Did anything stand out or surprise in the findings? Major takeaways and conclusion of the research CONNECT WITH JACOB ON LINKEDIN If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with someone in your network who will benefit from listening and please subscribe/ leave us a review so more people can find us. Find out more about AviaDev, www.aviadev.com…

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304. AviaDev's October 2024 Connectivity Update with Sean Mendis, Chief Regional Troublemaker and Behramjee Ghadially, Aviation Consultant 1:13:05

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Welcome to the twelfth edition of AviaDev Insight Africa’s Connectivity update, the podcast offering insight into the new route developments in Africa, hosted by Jon Howell, CEO and Founder of AviaDev Africa. This month's guests are: Sean Mendis, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH SEAN Behramjee Ghadially, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH BEHRAMJEE Key topics discussed: ✈️ India-Africa Connectivity discussion ✈️ Airlink launching Kinshasa, DRC from Johannesburg 3 x week from March 2025 ✈️ Uganda Airlines to London. A rumor or confirmed? ✈️ United Airlines opening Washington-Dakar 3 x week from May 2025 ✈️ Ethiopian Airlines increasing Nosy Be service to daily. ✈️ Ethiopian's A350-1000. What is the configuration and how will the aircraft be deployed? ✈️ Are challenges for airlines flying to China providing opportunities for additional frequencies to Sub-Saharan Africa? ✈️ Emirates to Lagos has now launched. How is it going? ✈️ Qantas and Airlink codeshare. Will Qantas add Perth-Johannesburg to its network? If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe to the podcast to never miss another episode and share this episode with someone in your network who would benefit from listening. Listen to the Indian AvGeek podcast here…

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303. TAAG Angola's fleet transformation and network expansion with Miguel Carneiro, Chief Commercial Officer, TAAG Angola Airlines 29:32

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This episode was recorded on 18th October 2024 on location in Paarl, Western Cape during the AASA AGA. Together, Miguel Carneiro, TAAG CCO and I unpack the following: Miguel's background and experience How the Airbus A220-300 will be utilised and why it was selected How the 4 new Boeing 787s will be configured, when they will be delivered and how they will be deployed The New Luanda Airport. When will TAAG be relocating and what is the opening process What long haul destinations can we expect to be opened over the coming years TAAG and Angola's view of SAATM and how implementation will support the airline's ambitions. If you enjoyed the episode, please share it with someone in your network who will benefit from listening and please subscribe/ leave us a review so more people can find us. Find out more about AviaDev, www.aviadev.com…