As most African countries start resuming flights following widespread lockdowns, Covid-19 risk reduction measures are top of the agenda for aviation security officials. African aviation security has been a major concern for a number of years. Clearly there is an urgent need for more advanced information systems as part of airport border security controls. It is up to aviation authorities and border control officials to assess the very real terrorist threats posing risks to national and international security. The need for improved aviation and border control security measures cannot be stressed enough for both the safety and socio-economic well-being of countries at this volatile point in time.

Source: The Star October 19, 2020 00:56 UTC