ALSO READ: It’s all systems go as KQ gears for direct flights to AmericaThe two countries hope to share the regional pie that Kenya Airways has enjoyed in the larger East African routes. Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania formed the East African airlines but split in 1976. Both airlines appear set to steal some of the markets in the East African routes that are largely dominated by Kenya Airways. ALSO READ: Boeing to service KQ’s US-bound planesRwandAir has in the recent past emerged as a competitor in the East African Community (EAC). De Vegt said a partnership with SAA would enable KQ to offer its customer easy access to more destinations.

Source: Standard Digital July 30, 2018 21:00 UTC