Kenya Airways customers travelling to Madagascar from 1^st November 2026 are advised to take note of the public health measures & travel restrictions put in place by the government of Madagascar for anyone who has been to/transited through Kenya, Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo. 

• Entry into Madagascar is temporarily prohibited for foreign nationals who have stayed or transited in the last 21 days in the countries mentioned above.
• Malagasy nationals, foreign nationals residing in the country and holding a valid work or student visa, as well as any person(s) authorized to enter the country from these countries, are subject to a mandatory 21-day quarantine with health monitoring, in accordance with applicable procedures. This provision also applies to diplomats and expatriate staff members of international organizations and NGOs. All costs related to the quarantine stay, including accommodation, meals, and necessary transfers to the quarantine site, are the responsibility of the person concerned.

For further information and guidance, please refer to the Madagascar Ministry of Health directives.

1. Interministerial Note No.569 -dated 19 August 2026 
2. Joint Interministerial Note No.651- dated 30th October 2026 

Per directives from the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), effective 5th October 2026, all travelers applying for an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to Kenya must purchase travel insurance at the point of application.

Key Details:

• Approved Providers: Insurance must be purchased through the official eTA portal. Foreign travel insurance policies are not accepted.
• Exceptions: Specific categories exempt from this requirement are outlined in the official circular available during application.
• How to Apply: Access authorized insurance providers and complete your application via the official portal at www.etakenya.go.ke.

Please ensure you complete this requirement prior to travel to avoid disruptions.

The government has officially approved a US$350 million shareholder loan facility. This capital injection will support Airways in fulfilling its immediate operational commitments and maintaining business continuity.

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