Air fares set to rise in Kenya with increased charge
Air fares in Kenya are set to rise as Treasury secretary, Henry Rotich, plans to introduce a special tourism promotion fund levy.
Air Passenger Service Charges will be increased from Sh4000 (USD40) to Sh5000 (USD50).
“The revenue realised from the increase will be used exclusively for the promotion of tourism. In this regard, the National Treasury and the ministry of Tourism will develop a Special Tourism Promotion Fund for this purpose,” said Rotich.
The charge is usually included in the price of air tickets, and this is the first time in five years that a fee increment is being implemented by the government.
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