Kenya Airways Enhances African Connectivity with New Maputo Flights

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Kenya Airways resumed its direct flights between Nairobi and Maputo, providing three weekly flights on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. This relaunch offers a handy journey choice for passengers originating from Kenya and serves as a significant connection level for vacationers from different African cities through Nairobi.

The enlargement will enable Kenya Airways to enhance intra-Africa connectivity, which is essential for driving financial progress, enhancing buying and selling alternatives, and increasing companies throughout native and intercontinental economies. This new route dietary supplements KQ’s present service to Nampula, Mozambique, strengthening its regional footprint.

“As we speak’s launch is a tangible testomony to KQ’s outstanding progress and the thrilling future forward. As we unveil our forty fifth vacation spot -Maputo – we mark a significant milestone in our community enlargement journey,” says the Group Managing Director and Chief Government Officer, Mr Allan Kilavuka. 

Along with Maputo, this enlargement aligns with Kenya Airways’ broader community technique for 2024, which incorporates extra frequent flights to fashionable locations comparable to New York, Paris, Lagos, Accra, and Freetown.

“Aviation is crucial to boosting nationwide GDPs by creating jobs and fostering financial exercise. The elevated intra-African journey will act as a catalyst for financial growth throughout the continent. Our ardour lies in fostering connections throughout the continent, making commerce and journey between our nations extra accessible than ever earlier than,” Allan Kilavuka additional added. 

Talking on the identical occasion, Julius Thairu, Kenya Airways Chief Business and Buyer Officer, famous that KQ’s enlargement is linked to KQ’s mission of propelling Africa’s prosperity by connecting its individuals, markets and cultures. “The demand for air journey is hovering, and we’re decided to fulfill it by increasing our attain and fostering connections between Africa’s wealthy cultures and thriving economies. Including Maputo to our community strengthens ties between Kenya and Mozambique, opening doorways for elevated commerce, tourism, and cultural trade.” he stated. 

Maputo, apart from being a significant commerce hub for southern Africa, captivates guests with its mix of historical past and tradition. Portuguese colonial influences are seen in its structure, whereas full of life markets and a thriving artwork scene showcase up to date Mozambican life. Whether or not you’re in search of rest on pristine seashores or exploration in museums, Maputo affords an unforgettable expertise.

The three weekly scheduled flights are as follows: