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Kenya Airways Announces Flight Interruptions for Two Weeks Over Spare Parts Challenge.

Passengers travelling this holiday season through Kenyan Airways may have their flights interrupted for about two weeks.

The company announced on Friday that some of its aeroplanes may remain grounded for the period owing to challenges in acquiring aircraft spare parts.

KQ Group Managing Director and CEO Allan Kilavuka in a statement explained that due to the global challenge, the airline would extend grounding time for flights as a safety precaution.

“Our current flight schedule may experience disruptions in the coming weeks mainly due to challenges in the aircraft spare parts global supply chain. These challenges are leading to extended ground time of our aircraft for maintenance,” Kilavuka said. Read More

Dubai’s Burj Al Arab hosts 2023 World Travel Awards winners

The World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2023 revealed the crème de la crème of travel brands. At Dubai’s iconic Burj Al Arab, tourism luminaries gathered to discover the champions among them, marking the culmination of WTA’s illustrious 30th-anniversary celebration of travel excellence.

The Maldives shone brightly, earning the prestigious title of ‘World’s Leading Destination,’ while the Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) secured the accolade for the ‘World’s Leading Tourist Board.’ Read More

The 3rd East African Regional Tourism Summit Set to Unlock New Vistas in Travel and Tourism in East Africa.

The recent culmination of the 3rd East African Regional Tourism Summit and the 13th Magical Kenya Travel Expo marks a pivotal moment for the travel and tourism industry in East African region. As we reflect on the insights gained and the passionate remarks of the East Africa Community (E.A.C) Deputy Secretary General (Customs, Trade and Monetary Affairs) Ms. Annette Ssemuwemba, Dr. Alfred Mutua, Cabinet Secretary for Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities, it becomes evident that there’s a call to action for all stakeholders in the industry. Read More

Moving the Needle: Empowering Travel Agents-KATA/Travelport Workshop.

This collaborative initiative, generously sponsored by Travelport Kenya, brought together KATA members and travel agents from the coastal regions for a look into our value proposition offerings for our members and partners, the diverse services offered by Travelport and future plans. Our endeavor is to partner and represent our members with even greater travel options and value.
Special thanks to: Nita Nagi, the Managing Director of Travelport Kenya, who graced the event with an insightful presentation with its zenith – a vibrant Q&A session where the industry’s’ pertinent issues were fully addressed.
In the ever-dynamic world of travel, where information is currency, KATA and our partner friends stand as pioneers, guiding our members towards a future where knowledge empowers and partnerships redefine the journey.
Here’s to a workshop that wasn’t just an event; it was a strategic move towards a more empowered and resilient community of travel agents. Read More

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