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More women taking to the skies

Ayla Savasci, 20, is one of the best students at West Rift Aviation in Nairobi, an aviation school making waves in the industry [Courtesy, files, Standard]

Ayla Savasci, 20, is one of the best students at West Rift Aviation in Nairobi, an aviation school making waves in the industry with its groundbreaking programme focused on diversity and inclusion.

"I knew I wanted to be in aviation, but because of the stereotypes, I always wanted to be a flight attendant. My aunt drove out that notion by motivating me to know I am intelligent and I can push through any barrier," says Ayla.

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