Doha/Nairobi, October 23, 2025 — Kenya Airways (KQ) and Qatar Airways have unveiled a new codeshare partnership set to enhance connectivity between Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in their strategic partnership signed earlier in July, signaling a strengthened alliance between the two national carriers. The implementation of…
Nairobi, Kenya, October 13, 2025 – Kenya Airways (KQ) has entered into a new partnership with the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU), becoming the official airline partner for the 27th edition of the Safari Sevens tournament. The collaboration, offered in kind, aims to boost the development of local rugby talent and promote Kenya’s growing influence in…
By Wendy Sheila NAIROBI, Kenya, August 26, 2025 — Air travel can often leave passengers feeling tired, dehydrated, and far from their best upon arrival. For cabin crew who spend countless hours in the air, however, looking fresh and professional is not just an option but a requirement. Male cabin crew at Qatar Airways, who…
DOHA, Qatar, July 28, 2025 – Qatar Airways has announced the resumption of scheduled flights to Aleppo, Syria, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s post-conflict regional expansion. Starting 10 August 2025, the carrier will operate three weekly flights between Doha and Aleppo, with plans to increase the frequency to four weekly flights beginning 1…
Kenya Airways (KQ) has launched its inaugural direct flight from Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to London’s Gatwick Airport (LGW), marking a significant milestone in its international expansion strategy. The first flight, KQ 108, took off at 23:45 EAT, opening a new gateway between Kenya and the United Kingdom and strengthening bilateral, economic, and…
Kenya Airways (KQ) has cemented its reputation as a continental aviation powerhouse, securing four prestigious accolades at the 2025 World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony held on Saturday at Johari Rotana in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. For the fourth consecutive year, KQ was lauded across multiple categories, winning Africa’s Leading Airline 2025,…
Kenya Airways (KQ) and global payments giant Visa have announced a strategic co-brand agreement aimed at transforming the travel experience through innovative digital payment solutions. The partnership, unveiled this week, will introduce co-branded credit and debit cards offering exclusive benefits to travelers while promoting the use of secure digital payments in the aviation sector. Under…
Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening air connectivity between Africa and the Middle East through a strategic partnership. The agreement, signed in Doha by Qatar Airways Group CEO Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer and Kenya Airways CEO Allan Kilavuka, will see the two airlines enter into…
Michael Joseph, the long-serving chairman and director of Kenya Airways (KQ), has officially retired after nearly a decade at the helm of the national carrier. Joseph, who took over as chairman in 2016 and joined the board in 2016 after being appointed by then-President Uhuru Kenyatta, stepped down from his position on Thursday, June 13,…
Julius Thairu, Chief Customer and Commercial Officer of Kenya Airways (R) and Kenya Rugby Union Chairman Mr. Sasha Mutai (L) sign a new partnership agreement, making KQ the official airline partner of the Simbas 15 Men’s national team. This partnership, through a KES 15 million in-kind sponsorship over the next 12 months, will empower local…
