Kenya Airways recorded a net loss of about Sh16 billion for the six months to June 2026 as operating costs increased sharply.

The loss widened by about 31.9 percent compared with the corresponding period a year earlier.

Operating costs rose to around Sh92 billion, driven partly by disruption caused by the Middle East conflict, higher fuel-related expenses and increased aircraft and operational costs.

Revenue rose to about Sh81.2 billion during the period, but the increase was not enough to offset the surge in expenses.

The airline also continues to face capacity constraints linked to grounded aircraft and shortages of engines and spare parts.