The Kenyan government is reviewing its policy on approving airline frequency applications for flights to Nairobi. This move aims to increase air cargo capacity and lower costs for agricultural exporters, despite potentially increasing competition for the national carrier, Kenya Airways (KQ).

• The policy review is driven by issues with freighter capacity and cost, which have impacted exporters of agricultural produce.
• Kenya Airways (KQ) could face stiffer competition as a result of the policy changes.
• The government's decision comes amid several new trade deals struck with other economic blocs.