Kenya Airways and Air Tanzania Partner to Enhance Connectivity

In a significant development for the East and Southern Africa region, Kenya Airways and Air Tanzania have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening strategic cooperation and enhancing connectivity.

The MoU sets the foundation for increased collaboration between the two airlines, focusing on regional and international partnerships that promote cooperation over competition. Both airlines will utilize their resources and internal capabilities to ensure sustainable and cost-effective growth.

Areas of collaboration outlined in the MoU include the exchange of knowledge, expertise, and best practices in various domains such as human resource training, engineering, aircraft maintenance, technical cooperation, cargo operations, maintenance and repair operations (MRO), safety, and innovation reflecting the shared ambition of both airlines to provide more unified travel options and efficiencies of air services within the region.

During the ceremony, Mr. Allan Kilavuka stated, "This partnership underscores our commitment to building regional capacity to support economic growth, trade, and tourism across East Africa. By collaborating closely with Air Tanzania, we can jointly offer our passengers and cargo clients more flexible and efficient travel solutions."

Air Tanzania CEO Mr. Peter Ulanga remarked, "This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our efforts to expand our regional presence and better serve the growing demand for air travel in Africa. Together with Kenya Airways, we are creating a stronger, more connected aviation landscape that will benefit our economies and our people."

The signing ceremony took place at the Johari Rotana Hotel in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, where Allan Kilavuka, Group Managing Director and CEO of Kenya Airways, and Peter Ulanga, Chief Executive Officer of Air Tanzania, formalised the agreement.

The partnership paves the way for a more integrated, efficient, and competitive African aviation sector, one that will drive sustainable growth, unlock new markets, and create greater opportunities for both airlines and the communities they serve.