Visa, Kenya Airways Introduce Co-Branded Travel Cards

Visa and Kenya Airways have announced a new partnership aimed at improving how people experience travel, while also encouraging more use of digital payments. As part of the agreement, the two companies will launch co-branded credit and debit cards that come with a variety of travel-related benefits.

These include earning points on purchases that can be redeemed for flights and upgrades, easier access to lounges and priority boarding, and more convenient, secure payment options throughout the travel journey. There will also be special discounts for Visa cardholders using Kenya Airways services.

Speaking about the collaboration, Chad Pollock, Vice President and GM for Visa East Africa said, “We are excited to partner with Kenya Airways to bring innovative payment solutions to travelers in Kenya and beyond. This co-brand agreement reflects our commitment to enhancing the customer experience and promoting the adoption of digital payments in the travel industry.”

Julius Thairu, Chief Commercial and Customer Officer at Kenya Airways, added, “We are excited to join forces with Visa to deliver modern digital payment options that improve every step of the journey from booking to boarding. This partnership reflects our shared goal of transforming travel with technology, and we look forward to providing great value to our customers worldwide.”

The co-branded cards are expected to be available later this year. Visa and Kenya Airways say they’re working closely to make sure everything rolls out smoothly. For anyone who travels often or is just looking for a simpler, more rewarding way to move around, this could be a welcome development.