Akagera Aviation Company has launched an air emergency medical evacuation service targeting tourists, a move that will boost Rwanda’s tourism sector.
Patrick Nkulikiyimfura, the Managing Director of Akagera Aviation said the service grants rapid response rescue and medical care to subscribing tourists, who may experience a serious health problem while in the country.
This development will not only boost the tourism and hospitality sectors, but will also enhance the healthcare system in country, sector players predicted.
The airline has partnered with King Faisal Hospital, the Rwanda Tour and Travel Association and the Rwanda Development Bank to offer the service.
Dr. Agabe Emmy Nkusi in charge of Emergency and Accident at King Faisal Hospital has confirmed that the Hospital is ready to work with Akagera Aviation to provide medical Care services among tourists.
“The air ambulance service will cater for tourists in cases of medical emergencies, where evacuation via ground ambulance is not possible,” Nkulikiyimfura said.
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