At the 2026 World Travel Awards gala on August 28 in Zanzibar, Tanzania, Kenya Airways claimed Africa’s Leading Airline for the sixth straight year, plus awards for Economy Class, its Pride Lounge in Nairobi, and Msafiri inflight magazine.
The carrier beat strong contenders like Ethiopian Airlines and Royal Air Maroc through customer and industry votes, while Nairobi took Africa’s Leading Business Travel Destination for the eighth year. The airline thanked customers, partners, and staff, even as some discussions highlight ongoing operational challenges.