Proflight Zambia to Co-Host Landmark AASA 2025 Summit in Lusaka
Zambia’s aviation industry will take centre stage this October as Proflight Zambia co-hosts the 55th Annual General Assembly (AGA) of the Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA), taking place from 16 to 19 October 2025 at Ciela Resort in Lusaka.
The prestigious event is expected to attract more than 250 delegates, including airline executives, regulators, policymakers, and tourism stakeholders from across the region. This year’s theme, “Believe, Stop, Improve”, will guide discussions on competitiveness, sustainability, digitalisation, route development, inclusivity, and regulatory harmonisation within the aviation sector.
“Hosting AASA in Lusaka is not only a milestone for Zambia but for the entire Southern African region,” said Proflight Zambia Director of Flight Operations Captain Josias Walubita. “As a private airline with more than 20 years of experience in domestic and regional connectivity, we see this as an opportunity to showcase Zambia’s growing role as an aviation hub and tourism destination.”
The Gala Dinner on 18 October will be one of the highlights of the assembly, bringing together over 250 industry leaders, CEOs, regulators, and innovators. As the host airline, Proflight Zambia and its partners will display Zambia’s hospitality, cuisine, and culture while offering a premium networking experience for delegates.
Proflight Zambia operates an extensive domestic network and regional routes to Johannesburg and Cape Town, with plans to launch services to Windhoek soon. The airline has been instrumental in strengthening connectivity across Zambia, supporting both established tourism centres such as Livingstone, Mfuwe, and Lower Zambezi, and emerging destinations including Kasama and Mansa.
As the aviation industry evolves to meet new traveller expectations, Proflight Zambia has embraced digital innovation by introducing mobile money payments and plans to become a fully cashless airline by November 2025.
Delegates at AASA 2025 will also discuss structural cost challenges, including high airport and air traffic control charges, and explore strategies to stimulate demand across both major and secondary routes.
“Regional aviation is about more than flights; it is about connecting economies and communities,” said Captain Walubita. “AASA 2025 provides a platform to find solutions that make Southern African skies more accessible, competitive, and sustainable.”
The AASA Annual General Assembly is the largest gathering of airlines and aviation stakeholders in Southern Africa. By co-hosting the event, Proflight Zambia reaffirms its commitment to improving regional connectivity, promoting tourism growth, and positioning Zambia as a key player in the region’s aviation landscape.
