George Kamal appointed new KQ boss as Kilavuka exits
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 16 - Kenya Airways (KQ) has appointed Captain George Kamal as its Acting Group Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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Kenya Airways (KQ) has appointed Captain George Kamal as its Acting Group Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), succeeding Allan Kilavuka whose tenure concludes.
- Captain George Kamal assumes the role effective December 16, 2025.
- Allan Kilavuka is departing after a six-year stint with the national carrier.
- Kamal brings over 29 years of aviation leadership experience and currently serves as KQ's Chief Operating Officer.
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