October 21, 2020: Qatar Airways has signed an interline agreement with Airlink, further expanding its presence in Southern Africa, reports African Travel and Tourism Association.

The agreement with Airlink will provide passengers seamless connectivity via Cape Town, and Johannesburg to more than 20 regional destinations in Southern Africa including Gaborone, Maun, Tete, Port Elizabeth, Lusaka, Harare, and Victoria Falls.

Qatar Airways vice president Africa, Hendrik Du Preez, said, “We are delighted to sign this interline agreement with Airlink to further expand our network in the region connecting passengers to more than 25 domestic and more than 20 regional destinations. With the borders in South Africa being closed for five months, we are thrilled to re-enter the market with additional connections in South Africa and beyond.’