Miano mourns people who died in aircraft crash in Kwale

Nancy Marende 28th October, 2025 04:53 PM

Tourism CS Rebecca Miano at the Nairobi National Park assessing the impact of wildfires on Saturday, March 1, 2025. PHOTO/@rebecca_miano/X

Tourism Cabinet Secretary (CS) Rebecca Miano has expressed her deep sorrow following the tragic aircraft crash in Kwale County, which claimed the lives of 11 travellers who were en route to the Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

In a statement on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, Miano described the incident as heartbreaking and extended her condolences to the families and friends of those who lost their lives.

“I have received the disheartening news of the aircraft accident in Kwale County that has claimed the lives of travelers en route to the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. My most sincere condolences to the families and friends of the deceased,” she said.

Tourism Cabinet Secretary (CS) Rebecca Miano’s statement on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. PHOTO/ A screengrab by K24 Digital of posts by @rebecca_miano/X

The crash

Her remarks come shortly after the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) confirmed that an aircraft registered as 5Y-CCA crashed early Tuesday morning, October 28, 2025, in Kwale County.

Watch: KCAA issues statement after Kwale plane crash

The aircraft, which was flying from Diani to Kichwa Tembo, went down at approximately 0530Z (8:30 a.m. local time), according to a statement issued by KCAA Director General Emile N. Arao.

In a press statement, KCAA reported that the plane had 12 people on board at the time of the accident. Government agencies have since been dispatched to the crash site to determine the cause of the incident and assess the impact.

“The Authority wishes to confirm that an aircraft on its way from Diani to Kichwa Tembo crashed at 0530Z. Government agencies are already on site to establish the cause of the accident and its impact,” the statement read.

The authority, however, did not disclose the cause of the crash but has assured the public that it is working closely with relevant authorities to ensure a thorough investigation.

The agency emphasised its commitment to aviation safety and regulatory oversight in accordance with the Kenya Civil Aviation Act and international aviation standards.

Further updates are expected once investigators complete preliminary assessments at the crash site.