Etihad Airways has announced a new partnership with Fastjet Zimbabwe, enhancing its African network through an interline partnership, codeshare agreement, and loyalty programme collaboration. Signed on 7 July 2026 in Harare, the agreement allows passengers to book travel across Zimbabwe, including Harare, Bulawayo, and Victoria Falls, as well as Johannesburg, South Africa, on a single ticket. This partnership will be available for travel from 24 August 2026.
The collaboration coincides with Etihad's upcoming direct service between Abu Dhabi and Harare, set to launch on 24 March 2027. This service will extend Etihad's reach beyond the Zimbabwean capital, offering seamless travel options for guests across its network. For Fastjet Zimbabwe, the partnership provides access to Abu Dhabi and Etihad's global destinations, enhancing connectivity for Zimbabwean travellers.
Arik De, Etihad Airways Chief Revenue & Commercial Officer, emphasised the importance of Africa in Etihad's growth strategy, stating, “Africa is an important part of Etihad's growth, and partnerships like this one with Fastjet Zimbabwe are how we extend our reach and open up more of the continent for our guests.”
Fastjet Zimbabwe's Business CEO and Country Head, Donahue Cortes, expressed optimism about the partnership, noting its potential to improve connectivity and strengthen Zimbabwe's international links. Vivian Ruwuya, Fastjet Chief Commercial Officer, highlighted the expanded travel options for Zimbabwean customers, enabling connections to Etihad's global network.
The partnership marks a significant step in enhancing travel options and connectivity for passengers travelling to and from Zimbabwe, with the added benefit of frequent flyer rewards across both airlines
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