The number of Africa countries that joined Single Africa Air Transport Market (SAATM) has reached 28 says, the Africa Union Commission. It was in 2015 that Africa leaders have adopted the declaration to establish Single Africa Air Transport Market. SAATM aims to speed the realization of the Africa’s economic integration through easy and free movement of Africans and goods within the continent. The Africa Union Commission, which has been promoting and facilitating of continental integration, expects that all member states will join SAATM by 2021 connecting the whole continent through air transport. Ultimate goalsThe ultimate objectives of the single market is expected to evolve into a common aviation area.

Source: News Business Ethiopia February 10, 2019 06:56 UTC