African airlines taxed by fuel cost, supply | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

The Iran conflict is lifting jet-fuel prices and tightening supply for African airlines, placing renewed stress on the continent’s aviation network, according to AFRAA. Africa already faced fuel costs about 17% above the global average before the war, and new pressures are squeezing margins as carriers struggle to pass higher costs to passengers. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical energy corridor, and disruptions amplify procurement challenges at major hubs such as Nairobi and Addis Ababa. Calls for Africa to build domestic refining capacity gain urgency as projects like Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery promise greater regional supply, while airlines trim frequencies and adjust routes to cope.