Kenya Airways flight delays,Kenya Airways flights,kenya airways planes,kenya airways US flight Stories

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...

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.

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.

Kenya Airways announces halting of passenger flights to Mogadishu
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 10, 2024

CEO Allan Kilavuka said the decision was reached after careful analysis, taking into account the prevailing business environment.

Parliament, KRA among state agencies owing Kenya Airways over Sh3 billion
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 09, 2024

CEO Kilavuka told the committee chaired by Kiambu Senator Karungo Thangwa that Parliament remains KQ's largest customer.

Kenya Airways flights to Zambia resume after talks—KCAA boss
Amina Wako  |  Oct 05, 2024

The KCAA’s Director General Arao, while confirming the resumption of flights, indicated that Zambia Airways would also receive the necessary landing r...

Zambia suspends Kenya Airways flights to Lusaka over landing rights tiff
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 05, 2024

The Zambian government's attempts to resolve the issue through diplomatic channels were unsuccessful.

Somali Aviation Authority gives KQ 48 hours to explain alleged discrimination at JKIA
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Sep 02, 2024

Hassan further demanded a formal response from KQ within 48 hours and requested that the airline detail the steps it would take to address the grievan...

Kenya Airways posts profit after long streak of losses
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 19, 2024

Kenya Airways noted that this development marks its first profit after tax for the period since 2013.

Kenya Airways warns of flight delays amid anti-finance bill protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 25, 2024

The Airline noted that the closures have impacted both their employees and customers.

Kenya Airways resumes direct flights to Maputo after five-year hiatus
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 19, 2024

The flights will operate three times weekly, on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, providing a crucial link for travelers from Kenya and other African...

Kenya Airways explains aircraft incident that forced closure of JKIA runway
Hanifa Adan  |  Jun 11, 2024

The closure was prompted by an incident involving one of the airline's Boeing 737 Freighter aircraft, which was diverted to Nairobi after tyre debris...

EgyptAir to launch direct flights from Cairo to Mogadishu
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 10, 2024

Starting July 11, 2024, the airline will operate flights twice in a week to Somalia's capital, aligning with Egypt's broader strategy to improve air c...

Revealed: KQ's Boeing 787 routes with highest available seat miles
Amina Wako  |  Jun 07, 2024

Kenya Airways strategically deploys its fleet of 234-seat Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners on its most popular routes to Europe and North America.

50,000 flights booked after resumption of direct Nairobi-Brussels flights
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 04, 2024

With 18 routes served in sub-Saharan Africa, Brussels Airlines distinguishes itself as the specialist for Africa within the Lufthansa Group.

UPDATE: Diverted KQ flights from Mogadishu attributed to bad weather
Amina Wako  |  Jun 04, 2024

When The Eastleigh Voice reached out to the national carrier, an official without divulging more details said "They will issue a statement soon" regar...

Brussels Airlines returns to Nairobi after nine-year hiatus
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 04, 2024

The inaugural flight landed at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Monday night, heralding a new era of connectivity between Europe and...

Normal operations to resume at Kisumu Airport after KQ plane suffers bird strike
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 31, 2024

Kenya Airways had earlier confirmed that all passengers aboard flight KQ 670 were safe after the plane suffered a bird strike while landing at the air...

Fact-checking Ruto's claim that KQ flight option was more expensive than private jet to US
Amina Wako  |  May 27, 2024

In a tone-deaf response, Ruto, known for his exhortations to live within one's means, offered a sarcastic justification on Sunday, appearing to dismis...

Kenya Airways announces flight disruptions, says two Dreamliners grounded
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 19, 2024

The disruptions resulted from an unscheduled and extended grounding of two 787 Dreamliners due to the delayed delivery of engines and engine component...

How mistrust is fuelling tension between Kenya and DR Congo
Amina Wako  |  May 12, 2024

Mudavadi’s recent visit to Kinshasa coincided with heightened tensions between the countries, a sharp departure from years of growing economic and mil...

Kenya Airways restores flights to Kinshasa after staff released
Amina Wako  |  May 06, 2024

The national carrier will resume its daily fights to the DRC capital on Wednesday.

Stay ahead of the news! Click ‘Yes, Thanks’ to receive breaking stories and exclusive updates directly to your device. Be the first to know what’s happening.