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Africa records highest global baggage mishandling rate despite 23% drop, SITA report

Posted on June 30, 2026 by Wole Shadare

Lost, baggage manhandling cost global aviation $6.3 billion annually The global aviation industry is making significant strides in tackling baggage mishandling, but Africa continues to lag behind, recording the highest baggage mishandling rate of any region globally. According to the newly released 2026 SITA Baggage IT Insights Report—the 20th annual edition of the industry benchmark—airlines and airports worldwide slashed global mishandling rates by 23% in 2025. However, Africa remains a stark outlier, recording…

Africa, Middle East record lowest mishandled baggage numbers

Posted on June 12, 2025June 12, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Global traffic increases 8.2%, mishandled luggage drops to 6.3% The Middle East and Africa’s air transport sector kept pace with global passenger surges in 2024, achieving remarkable baggage results despite increasing system demands. According to the newly released SITA Baggage IT Insights 2025, the region maintained one of the world’s strongest performances, reporting 6.02 mishandled bags per 1,000 passengers, slightly up from 4.5 in 2023, but still among the best worldwide. The global picture…