A passenger aircraft carrying 12 people crashed early Tuesday, October 28, 2025, in Kwale County while en route from Diani to Kichwa Tembo. The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) confirmed the incident in a statement, saying the crash occurred at around 8:30 a.m. local time.

“Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) wishes to confirm that an aircraft registration number 5Y-CCA, on its way from Diani to Kichwa Tembo, crashed at 0530Z,” read the statement.

According to KCAA, there were 12 people on board at the time of the crash. “The aircraft had 12 persons on board. Government agencies are already on site to establish the cause of the accident and its impact,” the authority added.

Emergency response teams were immediately dispatched to the scene as authorities began rescue and recovery efforts. Details about casualties or survivors are yet to be confirmed. The crash has drawn concern across the country, with many Kenyans expressing sympathy for those affected and calling for a speedy investigation into the cause of the tragedy.

As government agencies continue to assess the situation, the KCAA said more information will be shared once investigations progress and families of those on board are notified.The Diani–Kichwa Tembo route is a popular connection between the coastal and tourism regions of Kenya, often used by both local and international travellers.

The latest incident adds to growing concerns over aviation safety and maintenance in local routes, with authorities under pressure to strengthen oversight and ensure strict adherence to safety standards.