RwandAir named best regional airline in Africa

RwandAir, Rwanda’s national carrier, was named Best Regional Airline in Africa on Tuesday, June 17, at the 2025 World Airline Awards held in Paris. The prestigious recognition was presented during Skytrax’s annual ceremony, highlighting RwandAir’s exceptional role in regional aviation. The airline’s CEO, Yvonne Manzi Makolo, expressed gratitude to all travelers who voted for RwandAir and to Skytrax for celebrating excellence in aviation. This recognition reaffirms our commitment to providing memorable travel experiences,” she wrote on X. RwandAir plays a crucial role in Rwanda’s economy, f

RwandAir, Rwanda’s national carrier, was named Best Regional Airline in Africa on Tuesday, June 17, at the 2025 World Airline Awards held in Paris. The prestigious recognition was presented during Skytrax’s annual ceremony, highlighting RwandAir’s exceptional role in regional aviation. The airline’s CEO, Yvonne Manzi Makolo, expressed gratitude to all travelers who voted for RwandAir and to Skytrax for celebrating excellence in aviation. This recognition reaffirms our commitment to providing memorable travel experiences,” she wrote on X. RwandAir plays a crucial role in Rwanda’s economy, facilitating the transport of fresh produce, medical supplies, and other essential goods that help connect and drive the country’s dynamic and growing economy, as well as that of the broader African continent. Renowned for its outstanding customer service, RwandAir previously won the Best Airline Staff in Africa award at the Skytrax 2022 World Airline Awards for the second consecutive year. According to information from the airline’s official website, RwandAir began operations on December 1, 2002, under the name Rwandair Express. In March 2009, the airline rebranded to its current name, RwandAir. Operating from its hub in Kigali, RwandAir is one of the fastest-growing airlines on the continent. It operates a young, state-of-the-art fleet that includes four Boeing 737-800NGs, two Boeing 737-700NGs, two CRJ900NGs, two Bombardier Q400NGs all in dual-class configuration and two Airbus A330s configured in triple class. The airline, also known for its excellent on-time performance, currently serves 22 destinations across Western, Central, Eastern, and Southern Africa, as well as the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. RwandAir is a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and is certified by EASA, IOSA, and ISAGO.