Kenya Airways Introduces New Country Manager To GCAA

Kenya Airways Introduces New Country Manager To GCAA

The outgoing Country Manager for Kenya Airways in Ghana, Mrs Ruth Maweu, has introduced her successor, Mr Peter Musola, to the Acting Director-General of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), Rev Stephen Wilfred Arthur.

The formal introduction took place on Wednesday, 17 September 2025, during a working visit to the GCAA headquarters at Kotoka International Airport in Accra.

Welcoming the delegation, Rev Arthur commended Ms Maweu for cultivating what he described as a “very healthy relationship” with the Authority. He expressed optimism that her successor would build on that foundation and strengthen cooperation further.

Rev. Arthur used the opportunity to reiterate President John Dramani Mahama’s vision to position Ghana as the aviation hub of Africa, stressing that the plan was not mere rhetoric.

He highlighted significant investments in aviation infrastructure, including a new Air Navigation Services complex, the construction of a modern control tower, and runway upgrades at the country’s major aerodromes.

He emphasised that Ghana’s aviation sector remains open and liberalised, with no protectionist barriers against industry players. “We believe in a fair market system where the forces of demand and supply prevail,” he said, urging Kenya Airways to consider expanding its operations in Ghana with additional frequencies, upgraded equipment, and wider regional reach.

Rev. Arthur also assured the airline that plans by the government of Ghana to establish a national carrier would not undermine existing operators, but rather introduce “positive competition” into the market.

He welcomed Kenya Airways’ ambition to use Ghana as a hub for its regional expansion.

For his part, Mr Musola reaffirmed the airline’s commitment to connecting people, cultures and markets across Africa. He described Ghana as a “pivotal destination” in Kenya Airways’ revenue portfolio and pledged close collaboration with the GCAA and other stakeholders to improve intra-African connectivity.

He also welcomed Rev Arthur’s proposal for Kenya Airways to offer concessions to GCAA staff for exchange programmes, aimed at equipping young aviation professionals with practical industry skills.