Minister of Civil Aviation Sameh el Hefny said African airports account for 30% of EgyptAir's total operating volume, noting that his ministry seeks to achieve its ambitious plan to open more routes in the promising African market. The minister made the remarks during his visit to Djibouti and Somalia on EgyptAir's maiden direct flight to the two countries. Hefny was accompanying Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration Badr Abdel Aati. The launch of EgyptAir's newest route to the two sisterly countries Djibouti and Somalia reflects the Egyptian civil aviation sector's plan to expand cooperation with African countries in various air transport activities, especially as regards training and the exchange of expertise, Hefny said. He added that his ministry is adopting many initiatives that shall develop the African air transport industry and enhance the efficiency of air navigation; through managing airspace operations and opening new paths to the activation of the African air transport market. EgyptAir ca n now reach 26 airports across 24 African countries, the minister said, noting that the number of EgyptAir Africa destinations is expected to rise to 32 airports in 30 nations by 2028. Source: State Information Service Egypt