Kenya Airways Reports Sh17.2 Billion Loss for 2025

Kenya Airways recorded a net loss of Sh17.2 billion for the financial year ending December 2025, reversing a Sh5.4 billion profit from 2024.

The airline’s operating loss narrowed to Sh5.6 billion, down from Sh16.6 billion the previous year. Revenue, however, fell sharply by Sh27 billion to Sh161.4 billion, while operating costs decreased only slightly to Sh167 billion, placing continued pressure on the carrier’s finances.

Management attributed the decline to the temporary grounding of three Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, caused by global supply chain disruptions and limited engine availability. The airline said that the grounding “severely impacted” its operations and overall performance in 2025, limiting passenger capacity and affecting key long-haul markets.

Industry analysts say Kenya Airways’ challenges reflect wider pressures in the global aviation sector, where supply chain delays and maintenance issues have disrupted schedules and reduced profitability. The airline’s dependence on wide-body aircraft for international routes intensified the financial impact of the grounding.

The board, which includes Kiprono Kittony, David Ndii, Chris Diaz and Prof Winnie Nyamute, now faces pressure to stabilise operations and reassure investors.