LONDON (Alliance News) - Low-cost African carrier Fastjet PLC on Wednesday said it has received clearance and has started sales of flights between Kenya and Tanzania.
The company said the flights will start on January 11 and will operate daily between Dar es Salaam in Tanzania and Nairobi in Kenya.
"fastjet Tanzania has been working towards the launch of these routes for some time and we are extremely pleased that clearance has now been granted to commence operations," said Ed Winter, Fastjet's chief executive.
Shares in Fastjet were up 12% early Wednesday to 48.85 pence, one of the best performers in the AIM All-Share.
By Sam Unsted; samunsted@alliancenews.com; @SamUAtAlliance
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