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Jambojet CEO Karanja Ndegwa stated that the service would offer passengers a variety of entertainment options.

Regional low-cost carrier Jambojet has introduced an In-flight Entertainment (IFE) service for their passengers.

The IFE service, in partnership with Global Onboard Partners, enables customers to access content stored on the IFE box through their mobile and other electronic devices like laptops via a wireless network only available in the aircraft.

In the statement issued on November 10, Jambojet CEO Karanja Ndegwa stated that the service would offer passengers a variety of entertainment options. 

“Passengers spend an average 1 hour on the flight. The in-flight entertainment system will feature Jambojet Destination Explorer and also have videos, games, and reading material to keep them entertained, informed, and engaged during the flight. 

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“The in-flight entertainment service also offers an opportunity for corporates and other potential advertisers to promote their goods and services on the platform through video or static image placement,” Mr. Ndegwa said. 

Mr. Karanja Ndegwa 

With exclusive offers, rewards, and dynamic maps to help passengers find the best places to stay, food to eat, and attractions to visit, passengers can use Jambojet Destination Explorer to make the most out of their travel experience and see the best of each incredible destination in Jambojet’s network.

Commenting on the partnership, Global Onboard Partners CEO Kirk Adams said, “Today, we warmly welcome Jambojet as our latest airline partner. Jambojet is an innovative, forward thinking and a digitally focused airline that flies to some of the most popular destinations in Kenya.”

Mr Adams continued, “Our innovative platform has been designed to provide a win-win for everyone through the delivery of destination experiences and special offers to passengers, through important new revenue streams to airlines and at the same time, providing greater access to tourism and hospitality partners to participate at affordable prices and receive direct contact with passengers.”

Jambojet currently flies to seven local destinations namely Mombasa, Eldoret, Kisumu, Malindi, Lamu and Ukunda (Diani) from its hub in Nairobi. The airline also flies to Goma, in the Democratic Republic of Congo.