Kenya Airways Crowned African Air Cargo Airline of the Year

Kenya Airways Cargo (KQ Cargo) has been named Highly Acclaimed African Air Cargo Airline of the Year at the Air Cargo Africa Conference 2025, reaffirming its leadership and commitment to excellence in cargo operations across the continent. 

The prestigious award, determined through an extensive online voting process by readers of STAT Trade Times, a leading aviation and air cargo publication, recognizes KQ Cargo’s exceptional service, innovation, and significant contributions to the growth of Africa’s cargo industry. 

Speaking at the award ceremony, Mr. Dickson Murianki, Director Cargo at Kenya Airways, expressed gratitude for the recognition: “We are incredibly honored to receive this award, especially here in Nairobi, as we host the Air Cargo Africa Conference in Kenya for the first time. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire cargo team.” 

He further emphasized KQ Cargo’s strategic focus, stating, “Africa remains central to our operations, and we are committed to providing innovative, efficient, and reliable cargo solutions that drive trade and economic growth across the continent and beyond.” 

This milestone coincides with Nairobi’s debut as the host city for the Air Cargo Africa Conference, marking the first time the event has been held in Kenya in its 14-year history. The recognition highlights Jomo Kenyatta International Airport’s (JKIA) growing status as a premier African cargo hub, facilitating trade and economic expansion across the region. 

The Air Cargo Africa 2025 Conference attracted over 60 exhibitors and 2,000 attendees, including industry leaders in air cargo, freight logistics, and supply chain management. The event provided a valuable platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and strengthening partnerships with key stakeholders such as shippers, freight forwarders, e-tailers, manufacturers, and logistics professionals. 

Building on this success, KQ Cargo is set to accelerate its strategic growth, leveraging its extensive network spanning 20 countries across three continents. The airline remains focused on expanding its freighter operations, enhancing capacity, and strengthening partnerships to solidify its position as Africa’s preferred air cargo provider. 

With its recent freighter network expansion and ongoing commitment to operational excellence, Kenya Airways Cargo continues to lead the way in shaping the future of African air cargo.