{
  "id": 16891133,
  "title": "Kenya Airways flies first live cattle shipment to Nigeria",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/kenya-airways-flies-first-live-cattle-shipment-to-nigeria",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-28T10:45:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Capital Business",
    "slug": "capital-business",
    "url": "https://capitalfm.africa/kenya-airways-flies-first-live-cattle-shipment-to-nigeria/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nairobi, Kenya – Kenya Airways (KQ) has successfully transported more than 50 live cattle from Nairobi to Lagos, marking its first dedicated live animal charter between the two nations. The shipment departed from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and arrived at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, expanding the airline's cargo services. KQ Cargo Director Fitsum Abadi highlighted the importance of the operation in showcasing the airline's capability to handle specialized cargo shipments across Africa. Abadi emphasized that such shipments demand meticulous planning, specialized handling, and close coordination throughout the journey. He stated that this milestone underscores KQ's commitment to supporting intra-African trade through flexible and reliable cargo solutions. The live animal shipment was handled under KQ Live, a service that employs procedures designed to ensure the welfare of the animals transported, including temperature regulation and ventilation. Looking ahead, KQ aims to diversify its cargo business beyond conventional freight, incorporating live animals, pharmaceuticals, perishable goods, dangerous goods, and e-commerce shipments. This expansion is expected to boost cargo revenue, increase earnings from specialized freight, and reinforce Nairobi's position as a regional cargo hub. The airline plans to utilize additional widebody aircraft capacity and strategic partnerships to support this growth.",
  "summary": "NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 28 – Kenya Airways (KQ) has transported more than 50 cattle from Nairobi to Lagos in its first dedicated live animal charter between Kenya and Nigeria. The…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}