Kenya AI Stories

Kenya leads in AI innovation, policy development as Africa’s market set to triple by 2030
Alfred Onyango  |  Aug 13, 2025

The report emphasises that while AI is driving innovation, growth, and social impact worldwide, Africa is uniquely positioned to unlock its transforma...

Proposed Bill could unlock new funds for Kenya Meteorological Department
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 09, 2025

The Air Passenger Service Charge (Amendment) Bill, 2025, sponsored by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, seeks to add the department...

AMREF aircraft was en route to Somalia to evacuate seriously ill child - CEO
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 08, 2025

KCAA said that the Cessna Citation XLS, registration 5Y-FDM, lost radio and radar contact with Air Traffic Control at 2:17 pm, approximately three min...

KAA confirms Moi International Airport's "emergency" was a planned safety drill
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 06, 2025

The drill, which happened on Tuesday, caused panic among some airport users who thought a real emergency was taking place.

KAA warns passengers of delays to JKIA, Wilson Airport as CHAN kicks off in Nairobi
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 03, 2025

In a travel advisory on Sunday, the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) announced that the movement of teams, officials and fans attending the premier foot...

Comesa watchdog probes airlines for withholding refunds on cancelled flights during Covid-19 pandemic
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 29, 2025

The Comesa Competition Commission (CCC) has invited affected passengers to file complaints, saying some airlines may have violated consumer rights by...

EACC recovers grabbed Kenya Airports Authority land valued at Sh104 million
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 24, 2025

On Wednesday, the Environment and Land Court in Mombasa ruled that Agil Mahmud was holding the land illegally.

Aviation experts warn of Wilson Airport encroachment amid KAA upgrade
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 24, 2025

The airport, which handles more than 120,000 aircraft movements annually, is facing mounting pressure from Nairobi’s rapid urban development, which ha...

KAA calls for public input on airport plans months after collapse of controversial Adani deal
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 20, 2025

In a notice issued on Sunday, KAA announced that it is in the process of developing integrated master plans for both JKIA and Wilson airports to guide...

Rehabilitation of Ikanga Airstrip begins, paving way for economic growth in Taita Taveta
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 20, 2025

Preparatory works, including bush clearing and light grading, are currently underway, spearheaded by the County Department of Transport and Infrastruc...

Kenya Airways to restore Dreamliner service from July 22, 2025, easing international travel strain
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 14, 2025

Kilavuka confirmed that the remaining two grounded Dreamliners will be brought back into service in phases, with the second aircraft expected to retur...

KAA urges early travel as Nairobi Marathon shuts down key routes
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 05, 2025

KAA urged passengers to make early travel arrangements and consider alternative routes to avoid missing flights.

New Kenya–Qatar deal to introduce Mombasa–Doha route, third daily flight to Nairobi
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 02, 2025

Beyond route expansion, the two airlines said they are exploring further cooperation in cargo operations, airport and ground services, loyalty program...

JKIA gets Africa’s first rapid aircraft recovery equipment worth Sh177 million
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 28, 2025

The state-of-the-art system, supplied by AMS Aircraft Recovery Ltd of the United Kingdom, is designed to quickly and safely remove disabled aircraft f...

MPs question Treasury over repayment of KQ’s Sh58 billion loan amid profit report
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 18, 2025

MPs are dissatisfied with the explanation that the loan had been novated under provisions of the Public Finance Management Act.

MPs expose Sh4.5 billion payment gaps in JKIA terminal deal
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 30, 2025

A key issue was a Sh75 million payment made in 2014 for the project’s groundbreaking ceremony.

KAA under fire for missing Sh130m land record and Sh113.9m revenue shortfall
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 01, 2025

Records from Kenya Airports Parking Services showed parking revenue of 191 million shillings, while KAA’s point-of-sale system recorded only 77 millio...

Tanzania-bound KQ flight ordered back to JKIA over suspected hazardous leak
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Apr 27, 2025

Kenya Airways flight KQ484, which had departed from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), was en route to Julius Nyerere International Airport w...

Engine failure caused helicopter crash that killed ex-CDF Francis Ogolla, probe concludes
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 11, 2025

Ogolla died at the age of 62 in a tragic air crash in Sindar, Elgeyo Marakwet, when the Kenya Air Force Huey helicopter he was travelling in, alongsid...

Trader threatens to sue KQ over dispute in unexplained reduction in shares
Joseph Ndunda  |  Apr 10, 2025

Kamau says he has been writing to KQ chairman Michael Joseph, demanding an explanation on the issue, without getting any responses.

Kenya Airways records first profit in 12 years, posts Sh5.4 billion net gain
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 26, 2025

The national carrier’s turnaround comes after a Sh22.6 billion loss in 2023, largely driven by foreign exchange gains.

Nairobi airlines summit champions collaborative efforts to drive Africa’s cargo trade
Alfred Onyango  |  Feb 19, 2025

Stakeholders further emphasised that adopting such policies could help unlock substantial growth potential for the freight business.

MPs raise concerns over Kenya Airways' dwindling market share as regional rivals expand
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 15, 2025

MPs expressed concern that neighbouring countries, including Tanzania and Uganda, are reviving their airlines, further increasing competition.

Kenya Airways faces COMESA probe over flight delays at Nairobi and Entebbe airports
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 29, 2025

Although the investigation does not yet imply any confirmed breach, COMESA emphasised the importance of transparency and stakeholder involvement.

Kenya Airways to resume direct flights to Luanda from March
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 08, 2025

The two nations also revealed plans to ease travel restrictions, with Angola pledging to waive visa requirements for Kenyan visitors, reciprocating Ke...

Kenya Airways launches direct flights to London's Gatwick Airport
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 02, 2025

The new Gatwick route will operate three times weekly on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, departing Nairobi at night.

KQ temporarily suspends flights to Comoros and Mayotte over cyclone Chido threat
Amina Wako  |  Dec 14, 2024

The airline plans to resume flights on December 16, 2024, provided weather conditions improve significantly.

Kenya Airways warns of flight disruptions at JKIA due to military drills
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 12, 2024

To keep travellers informed, Kenya Airways urged customers to check the airline's website for real-time flight status updates.

LSK now wants President Ruto to reveal costs of cancelled Adani Deals
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 22, 2024

In a statement, LSK President Faith Odhiambo welcomed the President's directive but stressed the need for accountability.

MPs push for merger of KQ, KAA, and JKIA to revamp Kenya's aviation sector
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 16, 2024

The creation of an Aviation Holding Company aims to oversee a major restructuring of Kenya's aviation sector.

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