Kenya and Angola Join Forces to Revive Luanda Air Link

Kenya and Angola Reignite Direct Air Travel to Strengthen Regional Links

In a landmark development aimed at deepening regional integration and stimulating tourism, Kenya and Angola have officially agreed to restore direct flights connecting Nairobi and Luanda. This initiative, unveiled during a high-level diplomatic engagement, is designed to simplify travel logistics, enhance trade flows, and promote cultural interactions between the two nations. The move aligns with continental ambitions to boost intra-African connectivity under frameworks such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), positioning both countries as pivotal hubs in Africa’s growing aviation network.

As global air travel rebounds from pandemic-induced setbacks—with international passenger numbers projected by IATA to reach 80% of pre-COVID levels by late 2024—this renewed air link is expected to catalyze sustainable economic growth for Kenya and Angola alike.

Key Components of the Kenya-Angola…