Kenya Airways offers free Wi-Fi on long-haul flights from 2027

THE NEWS: Kenya Airways expects to roll out free Wi‑Fi on board all its long‑haul flights from the second quarter of 2027, acting chief executive George Kamala said.

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When will Kenya Airways provide free Wi‑Fi on all long‑haul flights?
Kenya Airways intends to provide free Wi‑Fi on every long‑haul flight starting in the second quarter of 2027, according to acting chief executive George Kamala. The airline said the service will be rolled out after securing a slot with an internet carrier, beginning with the Nairobi‑London route.

Which aircraft already has Wi‑Fi installed according to Kenya Airways?
The Wi‑Fi equipment has already been installed on Kenya Airways’ Boeing 777‑300ER, the carrier’s largest aircraft, as stated by acting CEO George Kamala during an interview after the airline’s half‑year 2026 results. The installation is a prerequisite for the upcoming network‑wide free Wi‑Fi rollout.

Who announced Kenya Airways’ Wi‑Fi rollout plan and in what context?
The Wi‑Fi rollout plan was revealed by Kenya Airways’ acting chief executive George Kamala in an interview following the airline’s half‑year 2026 earnings presentation in Nairobi. Kamala said the service is currently awaiting a slot with an internet provider before it can be activated on the Nairobi‑London flight, the carrier’s primary long‑haul route.

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