The African Airlines Association (AFRAA), in partnership with TPConnects Technologies, is pleased to invite your airline to participate in an upcoming workshop themed: “Navigating Modern Airline Distribution: From NDC to Offers & Orders – Understanding the Evolution and What It Means for African Airlines.”
The workshop, scheduled for 28 April 2026, will be held in a virtual format and will bring together industry experts to provide practical insights into the rapidly evolving airline distribution landscape.
The airline industry continues to undergo a significant transformation, driven by the shift from traditional EDIFACT-based systems to New Distribution Capability (NDC), and further towards the Offers & Orders (OOSD) framework. These developments are redefining how airlines create, distribute, and manage their products, presenting both challenges and opportunities—particularly within the African market.
Event Agenda
This educational session, delivered by subject-matter experts from TPConnects, is designed to demystify modern airline retailing and provide clarity on how African airlines can navigate this transition pragmatically. The following will be covered:
- The distribution evolution – Where the industry has been, where it is now, and where it is heading.
- African market realities – Unique challenges (resources, expertise, infrastructure) and opportunities (leapfrogging legacy constraints).
- Practical pathways – Different architectural approaches, from full PSS modernization to modular solutions, and build vs. partner vs. buy decisions.
- Technology options – How solutions like Astra enable NDC-first operations today while preparing for OOSD.
The session will also feature interactive discussions, polls, and practical scenarios to help airlines assess their current position and identify the most suitable path forward.
The detailed agenda is attached for your kind reference.
Who Should Attend?
AFRAA Secretariat kindly invites Managers and decision-makers from the following functional areas to participate:
- Revenue Management
- Distribution
- Commercial / Sales
- Strategy
- IT / Digital Transformation
How to Register
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xZI8HkucTWCT0OVErVQbRw
For any enquiries regarding participation and logistics, please contact:
Ms. Dicie Okaya Email: dokaya@afraa.org
AFRAA and TPConnects look forward to your active participation in this important engagement as we collectively explore the future of airline distribution in Africa.