In the midst of all the politics, few have taken note of an interesting development in neighbouring Tanzania.
About two years ago South African Airlines rudely brushed aside Kenya Airways to make a bid to take over the troubled Air Tanzania. The local carrier had no illusions as to what the South African’s game plan was – to literally wipe out the Kenyans from the East African skies. Kenya Airways moved quickly and bought 49 per cent ownership in the then privately owned other airline in Tanzania, Precision Air.
What followed was an ugly war in the skies of East Africa.
Signs that KQ were winning started to emerge mid last year when Air Tanzania suddenly pulled out of the busy Dar-Nairobi route.
Recent developments are that Precision Air (49% owned by KQ) has made a bid to merge with Air Tanzania. Apparently the South Africans want out.
As they retreat to Jo Burg, they will no doubt be going back with more respect for the pride of Africa. Some Kenyan doubting Thomases should note this. This is not a matatu airline you know.
Even more telling is the fact that currently there are very few airlines in the world that are turning a profit, KQ has been in the black for a number of years.
…Oh and by the way, its' key senior management (including CEO Titus Naikuni) are all under 45. Remember the generation this blog is rooting for to take over political power in Kenya?
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