VivaJets Joins Africa CEO Forum, Pushes Vision for Integrated Continental Mobility

VivaJets, a prominent Nigerian business aviation firm and a subsidiary of Falcon Aerospace Limited, is set to make a significant impact at the upcoming Africa CEO Forum (ACF) in Kigali, Rwanda. As a strategic mobility partner, VivaJets will facilitate the seamless movement of leaders, underscoring its commitment to fostering continental integration and economic growth.

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Africa’s skies should connect us, not divide us. Our participation at the Africa CEO Forum reflects our belief that business aviation is the connective tissue of continental trade.

The company's participation aligns perfectly with the forum's theme, 'The Scale Imperative: Why Africa Must Embrace Shared Ownership,' emphasizing the critical role of private-sector-led growth and cross-border investment. VivaJets' vision extends beyond mere transportation; it seeks to establish business aviation as the connective tissue for continental trade, breaking down barriers and enhancing connectivity between African business hubs.

This initiative is bolstered by VivaJets' recent achievement of a $10 million credit facility from London-based TLG, earmarked for expansion into global markets. This financial backing will be instrumental in bridging connectivity gaps, reducing reliance on indirect commercial routes, and ultimately strengthening intra-African trade. The company's CEO, Erika Achum, articulates this vision, stating, "Africa's skies should connect us, not divide us." This sentiment resonates deeply within Nigeria, where a strong emphasis is placed on leveraging private enterprise to drive national and continental development.

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At ACF 2026, we will be engaging with leaders and businesses shaping Africa’s economic future on mobility challenges across the continent.

Furthermore, VivaJets is actively championing aviation reform, calling for the dismantling of policy obstacles such as restrictive visa regimes for aircrews and fragmented regional regulations. Their advocacy for a unified aviation framework, in sync with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) objectives, highlights a forward-thinking approach to regional collaboration and improved accessibility. Chief Operating Officer Tejumade Salami emphasizes that Africa's progress hinges on "stronger cross-border collaboration that enhances business and cultural connectivity," a perspective that is gaining traction across the continent.

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Our commitment is reflected in the ongoing expansion of fleet and routes, designed to connect key business centres, reduce reliance on indirect travel routes, and support intra-African trade.