Royal Airways, a Chadian airline, has launched a new flight route between N'Djamena, the capital of Chad, and Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic. The inaugural ceremony took place on October 7, 2026, at the presence of Dihoulné Laurent, Secretary General of the Ministry of Transport, Civil Aviation, and National Meteorology, and Jean-Bernard Léopold Biamba, Ambassador of the Central African Republic to Chad. Several civil and military authorities, as well as representatives of accredited embassies in Chad, attended the event.
The new route is expected to facilitate travel for business operators, traders, investors, and professionals between Chad and the Central African Republic. According to Abderahmane Moussa Siro, Managing Director of Royal Airways, the route will also enhance commercial exchanges and accelerate the transportation of goods between the two markets. This development aligns with Chad's vision, "Tchad Connexion 2030," which aims to make the country a regional and international connectivity hub.
The launch of the N'Djamena-Bangui route is a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral relations between Chad and the Central African Republic. Ambassador Jean-Bernard Léopold Biamba described the event as "a dream come true," noting that travelers previously had to spend a whole day or 24 hours traveling via Douala or Addis-Abeba to reach either N'Djamena or Bangui. He expressed gratitude to the Chadian authorities for authorizing the creation of Royal Airways.
Dihoulné Laurent, representing the Minister of Transport, emphasized that the inauguration of the N'Djamena-Bangui route fulfills a shared ambition to bring people closer, facilitate mobility, and reinforce ties between Chad and the Central African Republic. He highlighted the historical, cultural, and human connections between the two nations, stressing the need for strengthened cooperation.
The new air link is also seen as a contribution to the regional integration dynamic promoted by the Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa. According to Dihoulné Laurent, the route addresses real mobility needs and will facilitate exchanges between the two countries. This development is expected to have a positive impact on the economic and social relations between Chad and the Central African Republic.
Royal Airways' Managing Director, Abderahmane Moussa Siro, stated that the airline is committed to playing a significant role in achieving Chad's national vision by investing in a modern fleet and opening new destinations. The airline aims to contribute to the development of Chad and its emergence as a regional hub in Central Africa.
The successful launch of the N'Djamena-Bangui route marks a new era in air connectivity between Chad and the Central African Republic. The route is expected to boost economic cooperation, enhance people-to-people exchanges, and promote regional integration. Key stakeholders have welcomed the development, looking forward to the benefits it will bring to both nations.
Key points
- The new route will facilitate travel and trade between Chad and the Central African Republic.
- The launch of the route aligns with Chad's vision to become a regional and international connectivity hub.
- The development strengthens bilateral relations between Chad and the Central African Republic.
