Kenyan Airways suspends Nairobi-Kinshasa flights after DRC military intelligence detains staffers
Two Kenyan Airways staffers were detained by DRC military intelligence.The matter is now being handled at the government level.
In a statement on Monday, the airline said it won't be able to operate since the detention affected its ability to offer customer service, ground handling, cargo activities, and generally ensure safe and secure operations. They also pleaded with the DRC that"our staff be treated humanly and respectfully during this unlawful detention".
"We continue cooperating with the investigating agencies and the relevant government entities in both the DRC and Kenya.
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