Kenyan airline Kenya Airways resumes direct flights between Nairobi and the Mozambican capital, Maputo, this Wednesday, four years after their suspension, to “boost"socioeconomic development," the company Aeroportos de Moçambique (ADM) announced today.

"This resumption marks a significant strategic step in ADM, EP's ongoing efforts to strengthen air connectivity and drive the country's socioeconomic development."

This is stated in a company statement, which we had access to.

Kenya Airways flights between the capitals of the two countries will operate three times a week, on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, according to information from the Kenyan airline, one of the largest on the African continent, with a hub in Nairobi.

"This connection will facilitate greater movement of people and goods, creating new opportunities for trade, investment and cooperation between Mozambique and Kenya, as well as other parts of East Africa," says ADM.

According to a statement from the Mozambican state-owned company, AMD, this direct link from Kenya Airways “will allow a more efficient flow” of goods between Nairobi and Maputo, “reducing logistics costs” and transportation time.

"Mozambican companies will have faster access to international markets, strengthening supply chains and increasing competitiveness," the document reads.

The state-owned company that manages Mozambique's airports adds that this connection will also promote Mozambique's tourism potential:

"The direct Kenya Airways flight will facilitate the arrival of tourists from Kenya and other destinations connected by Nairobi, promoting Mozambique as an attractive tourist destination."

Kenya Airways is a symbol of national pride for Kenya. With a rich history and a commitment to service excellence, offering a wide range of domestic and international flights, state-of-the-art aircraft, and exceptional customer service, it has become a leader in the African aviation industry.

In August 2020, Kenya Airways announced the suspension of flights to Maputo, as part of a route restructuring in the post-COVID-19 pandemic period, which also included the interruption of flights to Luanda, the capital of Angola.