Moi International Airport (MIA) on Monday, December 1, 2025, celebrated a landmark moment as RwandAir officially relaunched direct services to Mombasa after a six-year pause.
According to the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), the latest development underlines the region’s growing appeal and the strength of East African connectivity.
The colourful reception was led by KAA Chairman, Caleb Kositany, who welcomed the carrier’s return as a clear vote of confidence in MIA’s capability and in Kenya’s broader aviation network.
“RwandAir’s return is not just about an additional route, it is a reaffirmation of partnership, shared vision and opportunity. Mombasa’s airports are ready to support growth in tourism, trade and investment, and KAA will continue to provide the safe, efficient and world-class services our partners expect,” Kositany said.
How RwandAir was welcomed back to Mombasa
The ceremony was honoured by senior government and diplomatic representation, including Ernest Rwamucyo, Rwanda’s High Commissioner to Kenya, who noted the importance of strengthened air links in deepening bilateral cooperation and people-to-people ties.
“We also received a warm diplomatic presence from Janet Mwawasi Oben, Kenya’s High Commissioner to Rwanda, underscoring the mutual benefits of enhanced connectivity for commerce and tourism,” KAA said in a statement.
From RwandAir, Chief Commercial Officer Fouad Caunhye joined the celebrations and reiterated the airline’s commitment to growing convenient, reliable services for travellers between our two countries.
Also present were KAA Coast Regional Airport Manager Abel Gogo, airport stakeholders and partners, all united in welcoming RwandAir back to Mombasa and in pledging continued collaboration to improve passenger experience and route development.
RwandAir’s comeback restores vital connectivity and signals renewed opportunity for passengers, tourism operators and businesses across the Coast and beyond.
