At least 12 people have died after a light aircraft crashed in the Tsimba Golini area of Kwale County on Tuesday morning, authorities have confirmed.
According to police reports, the victims are believed to be tourists who were aboard the ill-fated plane when it went down shortly after takeoff.
The caravan aircraft had departed from Mombasa International Airport and was reportedly en route to either Nairobi or the Maasai Mara when the tragedy occurred. The exact cause of the crash remains unknown, as investigations are currently underway.
Emergency responders, including police and local rescue teams, rushed to the crash site moments after the incident was reported.
Witnesses from nearby villages described hearing a loud explosion before spotting thick smoke rising from the area.
The airline, which operates regular flights between Mombasa and major tourist destinations across Kenya, has yet to issue an official statement.
Authorities say recovery operations are ongoing as efforts continue to identify the victims and determine what led to the fatal crash.
