The
national carrier reported a Sh16.1 billion loss for the first half of 2026, up
from Sh12.2 billion last year, due to rising fuel costs and grounded planes
despite stronger revenue of Sh81 billion.
To grow, it plans to add 18 aircraft by 2030, including a Boeing 777 this year and two Boeing 787s back in service, funded by leases, purchases, and partners offering planes for equity.
Acting CEO George Kamal confirmed various proposals on the table, while public views mix hope for Nairobi's hub growth and jobs with doubts over past losses and deal transparency. The government, holding 49 percent, prioritizes keeping it as the national carrier amid debt talks.