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Commercial flights launch at Lichota airstrip usher in new era for Migori County

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Ida Odinga with Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen at Lichota Airstrip in Migori County on September 13, 2023. [Caleb Kingwara, Standard]

The commencement of commercial flights at Lichota airstrip has heralded a promising new era for Migori County.

This is after Skyward Express Airlines scheduled weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, connecting the county with other regions, and igniting opportunities for trade and tourism.

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