RwandAir suspends flights to Mumbai
RwandAir has announced the suspension of its flights to Mumbai, India, owing to the increase in COVID-19 cases and deaths, reports Grace Kuria in CGTN Africa.
The suspension is effective May 1, the airline, however did not provide an expected resumption date.
In a statement, RwandAir said, âAffected customers can rebook and fly at a later date, once flights resume, at no additional cost. They can request for a travel voucher or a refund as well.â
The airline now joins the list of African Airlines that have suspended flights to India, among them Kenya Airways (KQ) and Uganda Airlines. (Source: CGTN Africa)
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