Kenya Airways, the country's national carrier has confirmed it will cease all flights to and from Mogadishu, Somalia, beginning Tuesday.

The airline revealed this decision is part of a broader effort to address operational challenges while refining its network for optimal efficiency.

In a statement issued from Nairobi, Kenya Airways reiterated its commitment to improving its services, stating, “Kenya Airways remains committed to continuously optimizing its flight schedule to better align with demand and performance objectives while ensuring the safety of its crew and passengers.”

The airline is focusing on making its route network more effective and meeting the expectations of its passengers.

Passengers affected by the suspension, particularly those with bookings made before 4th October for travel on or before Tuesday, are set to receive alternative arrangements.

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The airline has assured customers that they will be contacted directly for rebooking, refunds, or rerouting.

Kenya Airways also disclosed a series of network changes aimed at ensuring seamless operations during the approaching peak season.

From 27th October, an additional flight will be available between Mauritius and Nairobi, operating on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Additionally, a new flight frequency will be introduced between Nairobi and the Comoros starting 28th October, with flights scheduled on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

Services to Zanzibar are set to increase to seven weekly flights from 28th October, while effective 1st November, there will be an additional Friday flight to Kigali, Rwanda, bringing the total weekly flights to Kigali to 25.

The airline further announced that, between 5th December and 4th January 2025, two extra flights will be added between Nairobi and New York, operating on Thursdays and Saturdays.

These operational changes reflect Kenya Airways’ focus on strengthening its network and improving overall service delivery across its key routes, ensuring passengers enjoy more efficient travel experiences.