As Rwanda gears up to host the 27th African Union Summit that is expected to be attended by over 3,000 nextmonth, the national airline, RwandAir has announced a major discount for the Kigali-bound delegates.

The RwandAir CEO, John Mirenge said that the AU Summit delegates will enjoy a discount of 15 per cent that will be valid until July 8.

Delegates travel dates must be between the July 5, and July 23, Mirenge said, adding that delegates will have to present official letter of invitation by the African Union.

Aviation experts have applauded the move calling it a business opportunity for the national carrier to showcase its potential.

More than 3,000 high-level delegates are expected to be in attendance at the summit, including about 50 African Heads of State.