"At Kenya Airways, I steward a workforce of over 4,800 employees across multiple geographies. Managing such a diverse team in a highly regulated and fast-evolving industry like aviation demands more than policies-it calls for cultural fluency, global perspective, and visionary leadership."
In every journey, whether in ascent or descent, KQ embodies the essence of aviation, where the passenger is not merely a traveller, but an esteemed participant in an extraordinary voyage and experience.
Under the adept and proven chairmanship of Michael, KQ has embarked boldly on a transformative journey with the explicit goal of reclaiming profitability, rebounding from a significant downturn exacerbated by the harsh global economic climate and the pervasive impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
KQ’s robust ESG practices undeniably pave the way for the fulfilment of its core purpose: ‘To contribute to the sustainable development of Africa.’
Before assuming hery current position, Judy served as Chief Operating Officer at DPO Pay, where she held responsibility for operations across all markets.
Allan Kilavuka’s leadership philosophy is firmly centred on prioritising customers and people, striving for excellence, nurturing innovation, and driving profitable growth.
KQ’s significant improvement in operating performance bodes well for its turnaround strategy.
South African business mogul Michael Joseph is currently Chair of the Kenya Airways (KQ) Board, a position he has held since October 2016.
One of the executives bearing the greatest weight and responsibility to see the dream come to fruition, is Michael Joseph, the Chair of Board at Kenya Airways and Safaricom.
KQ remains a strong brand locally, regionally and globally. It has, however, recently gone through some turbulence, like any other national airline.
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