Safarilink denies claims of fare hikes on Nairobi–Kisumu route
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 19 - Local carrier Safarilink has dismissed claims circulating on social media alleging that it had sharply increased airfares on the Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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Safarilink has denied social media claims of a sharp increase in airfares on the Nairobi–Kisumu route following allegations by Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai.
- Safarilink stated its fares remain between Sh5,000 and Sh12,000, denying a reported hike to $644 (Sh93,000) for a one-way ticket.
- The allegations arose amid high demand for flights to Kisumu for the burial of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Bondo, Siaya County.
- The airline urged the public to verify information through official channels.
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