27TH APRIL 2026: CELEBRATING SAFARILINK'S 3RD SCHEDULED FLIGHT ON NAIROBI-ARUSHA-NAIROBI ROUTE

The State department joined Chief Guest Cabinet Secretary,Tourism and Wildlife Mrs. Rabecca Miano ,the Safarilink family and tourism and aviation stakeholders  in marking the  introduction of a third scheduled service by Safarilink from Wilson Airport to Arusha and back. The route  strengthens  ties between Nairobi, East Africa's business hub and Arusha, a key diplomatic center. Just months ago, we celebrated Safarilink’s multi-destination route linking Kenya's western circuit to Entebbe via Kisumu. The additional schedule will  boost tourism dispersal, trade, and EAC integration by enabling seamless movement of people, goods, and idea thus serving as a bridge for economic growth between Kenya and Tanzania.

The Principal Secretary Ms. Teresia Mbaika was represented at the event by Kenya Airport Authority  (KAA) Managing Director Mr. Moses Wekesa. On her behalf, he congratulated Safarilink on the additional schedule, commending their reputation for reliability and safety and for leading the way in regional expansion of its route network.

The State Department reaffirms commitment to reliable infrastructure at JKIA, Wilson, and beyond, fast-tracking upgrades with minimal disruptions. The event  was also attended by KTB CEO June Chepkemei, KTF Chairman Fred Odek , KATA CEO Nucor Sabula  and founding directors of Safarilink including John Buckley.

Safarilink serves as an anchor airline at Wilson Airport and transfers about 750,000 passengers annually, powering regional connectivity.