Kenya Airways #ticker:KQ says it will know whether the New York route is commercially viable at the end of the year following resumption of flights cut short by Covid-19. KQ told Parliament that it is currently flying to the US city twice a week compared to seven days in the year to March 2020. “We […]
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Airlines happy with RBZ blocked funds solution
International airlines that have been flying into Zimbabwe include Lufthansa Airlines, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, South African Airways, ComAir, British Airways and RwandAir Nelson Gahadza Senior Business Reporter AIRLINES servicing the Zimbabwe route have expressed satisfaction with the payments arrangement the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has put in place for the repatriation of […]
“South Africa is a leader in eco-friendly tourism”
Marisa Estivill/Shutterstock.com Tourism has suffered a number of setbacks in the previous couple of years, with the impact of Covid and the near collapse of the national flag carrier. But do you sense there is some light at the end of the tunnel? We are seeing more signs of recovery and confidence in our markets […]
Inside Ethiopian Airlines’ plan to dominate African skies
Next month, the Ethiopian carrier is expected to launch Air Congo, the latest in the string of airlines where it is acquiring stakes as African countries move to revive their ailing national carriers. The Addis-based carrier is also involved in starting a new airline in Zambia and plans to restart operations in Mozambique. KQ will […]
Inside Ethiopian Airlines’ plan to dominate African skies
An Ethiopian Airlines plane. FILE PHOTO | NMG Ethiopian Airlines is establishing its presence in more than six African countries through a management role or strategic partnership with the local carriers, making it a dominant player in the continent. The move is set to give East African carriers such as Kenya Airways a run for […]
Airlines happy with RBZ blocked funds solution
International airlines that have been flying into Zimbabwe include Lufthansa Airlines, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, South African Airways, ComAir, British Airways and RwandAir Nelson Gahadza Senior Business Reporter AIRLINES servicing the Zimbabwe route have expressed satisfaction with the payments arrangement the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has put in place for the repatriation of […]
Kenya Airways to Determine New York Route’s Commercial Viability
Kenya Airways (KQ) is set to determine whether the Nairobi-New York route is commercially viable. KQ CEO Allan Kilavuka told MPs that the airline will make the assessment at the end of the year following the resumption of flights after a disruption occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic. He noted that the national carrier is currently […]
Nairobi preps bailout for Kenya Airways in 2022 budget
Kenya Airways Boeing 787-8 Kenya’s Treasury has agreed to consider an "appropriate recovery plan" for its cash-strapped flag carrier, Kenya Airways (KQ, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta ), in its 2022 budget in light of the airline’s role in supporting the country’s recovery from COVID-19. This is according to the National Treasury’s Budget Review and Outlook Paper […]
Zela Aviation and Jambojet strategic cooperation
During a challenging period for tourism worldwide, Zela Aviation is announcing its cooperation with leading Kenyan low-cost airline, Jambojet, operating a fleet of De Havilland Canada Dash 8-Q400 aircraft . Expressing his satisfaction, Zela Aviation Chairman, Mr. Andreas Christodoulides stressed that Zela Aviation will work closely with Jambojet to see this partnership is fruitful and […]
KQ to know if New York route viable year-end
Kenya Airways #ticker:KQ says it will know whether the New York route is commercially viable at the end of the year following resumption of flights cut short by Covid-19. KQ told Parliament that it is currently flying to the US city twice a week compared to seven days in the year to March 2020. “We […]