Kenya Airways Reports Financial Results for the First Half of 2025
On August 25, 2025, Kenya Airways PLC announced its financial outcomes for the six months ending June 30, 2025, revealing a net loss of KShs 12 billion. The airline’s revenue experienced a 19% decline, dropping to KShs 75 billion. It also reported that passenger numbers decreased by 14%, with a 16% reduction in available seat capacity.
Operational Strategies
Group Managing Director and CEO Allan Kilavuka stated that the airline has implemented “decisive actions to stabilize operations and maintain long-term resilience.”
Financial Highlights for the Second Half of 2025
- Operating costs were reduced by 10% due to scaled-down operations.
- Fleet ownership costs increased by 29% following asset remeasurement and the acquisition of a new Boeing 737.
- There was an operating loss of KShs 6.2 billion compared to a KShs 1.3 billion profit in the previous period.
- The net loss totaled KShs 12 billion, contrasting with a KShs 513 million profit in the prior period.
- Available seat kilometers (ASK) capacity decreased to 6,715 million from 7,991 million.
- Total revenue declined to KShs 75 billion, down from KShs 91 billion last year.
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Other developments within the African aviation sector include Air Côte d’Ivoire preparing to receive its first A330neo, Air Peace expanding its fleet with a fourth Boeing 777, and South African Airways (SAA) completing upgrades to ‘The Lounge’ at Cape Town Airport.
Sustainability Initiatives
The Kenya Airports Authority has recently acquired ISO certifications for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), Moi International Airport (MIA), and its headquarters facilities, marking significant advancements in sustainability.
