(L) Air Tanzania CEO Mr. Peter Ulanga, (R) Kenya Airways Group Managing Director and CEO Mr. Allan Kilavuka
Kenya Airways(KQ) and Air Tanzania Sign Strategic MoU to Enhance Regional Cooperation;
Kenya Airways (KQ),The Pride of Africa, is a leading African carrier on a mission to propel Africa’s prosperity by connecting its people, cultures, and markets.
The Airline flies to 45 destinations worldwide, 37 of which are in Africa, connecting over 5 million passengers and over 70,000 Tons of cargo annually through our Hub at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
As the sole African carrier in the SkyTeam Alliance, we open up a world of possibilities for our customers, connecting them to over 1,060 destinations in 173 countries. We take pride in offering a delightful flying experience with a caring African touch.
Our exceptional African hospitality has consistently earned us global recognition including the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards where we were honoured with the Best Airline Staff and Best Airline Cabin Crew in Africa in 2024.
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.
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.
Douglas Mwiti 
Our exceptional African hospitality has consistently earned us global recognition including the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards where we were honoured with the Best Airline Staff and Best Airline Cabin Crew in Africa in 2024.
