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Zambia’s Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport Wins Top Regional Award

The Zambia Airports Corporation Limited (ZACL) is delighted to announce that Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (SMKIA) has been honored with the title of "Best International Airport – Regional" for Southern Africa at the prestigious World Luxury Travel Awards 2024.

 The award was presented during a gala ceremony at AYANA Bali in Indonesia.

The World Luxury Travel Awards, established in 2006, are recognized as a premier benchmark in the luxury travel industry. 

They offer international recognition to institutions chosen through voting by guests, travelers, and industry professionals alike. 

Every year, over 300,000 international travelers cast their votes over a four-week period to select the award winners. 

This award reflects the global admiration and support for Zambia's travel industry, as SMKIA stood out among regional competitors.

statement issued by Mrs. Monde Wood Yamalezi, ZACL's Acting Communications and Brand Manager, ZACL extended its gratitude to everyone who voted in support of Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport. 

"This accolade," Mrs. Yamalezi stated, "reflects ZACL's commitment to enhancing Zambia's aviation landscape and reaffirms SMKIA's dedication to delivering exceptional service to travelers from around the world."

About Zambia Airports Corporation Limited

Founded in 1989 through the amendment of Zambia’s Aviation Act, ZACL operates under the legal framework of the Aviation Act No. 5 of 2016 and is incorporated under the Companies Act No. 10 of 2017. ZACL is responsible for the development, maintenance, and management of Zambia's four designated international airports: Kenneth Kaunda in Lusaka, Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe in Ndola, Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula in Livingstone, and Mfuwe, as well as select provincial aerodromes. ZACL also provides Air Navigation Services within Zambian airspace.


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