Qatar Airways is set to expand its African network with the resumption of select routes and an increase in flight frequencies from June 16, 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen connectivity between the continent, the Middle East, and global destinations.
The airline said the move aligns with its broader strategy to respond to rising passenger demand across Africa while reinforcing its global network, which now spans more than 160 destinations worldwide.
Under the expansion plan, Qatar Airways will restart services to several key destinations. From June 16, the carrier will operate four weekly flights to Seychelles (SEZ) and two weekly flights to Kigali (KGL). It will also introduce daily flights to Marrakesh (RAK) starting July 1.
In addition, the airline is scaling up capacity on a number of existing routes to improve travel convenience and connectivity across the region. Alexandria (HBE) will see frequencies rise from three to up to seven weekly flights, while Cairo (CAI) will increase from 28 to up to 35 weekly flights. Cape Town (CPT) will move from seven to up to 10 weekly services, and Dar es Salaam (DAR) from three to up to seven weekly flights.
Other adjustments include the Lusaka (LUN)–Harare (HRE) route, which will increase from five to up to seven weekly flights, and the Maputo (MPM)–Durban (DUR) service, which will also rise from four to up to seven weekly flights.
The expansion also includes a new service to Port Sudan (PZU), with three weekly flights scheduled to begin on July 2. According to the airline, the route will offer improved access for passengers travelling from markets in the Middle East and Southeast Asia, including Oman and Pakistan, through seamless connections at Hamad International Airport in Doha.
Qatar Airways said the development underscores its commitment to enhancing global connectivity while maintaining sustainable growth in response to increasing demand for efficient air travel and trade links across emerging markets.
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