- Former Kenya Airways CEO Allan Kilavuka shared touching photos dropping off his lastborn daughter at a prestigious UK university
- Kilavuka flew to Canterbury with his wife to settle their daughter into the University of Kent International College
- The proud father posted an emotional caption reflecting on the bittersweet moment of watching his youngest child leave home
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Former Kenya Airways CEO Allan Kilavuka is beaming with pride after his lastborn daughter took a major step in her academic journey, joining the University of Kent International College in Canterbury, United Kingdom.
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Kilavuka shared a series of photos on Instagram documenting the special trip, which saw him and his wife fly out to accompany their daughter as she settled into her new life abroad. One image captured the family together on the flight, while another showed them posing proudly beside the University of Kent International College signage.
The University of Kent, located in Canterbury, is one of the United Kingdom's well-regarded research universities, known for attracting international students from across the globe.
Kilavuka's heartfelt message to his daughter
The former airline boss paired the photos with a deeply personal caption that struck an emotional chord. He described the moment as one filled with both sadness and immense pride, noting how quickly time had passed since his daughter was a little girl who depended on her parents for everything.
"And just like that, the little girl who once needed us for everything starts her journey. A little bit of sadness and a lot of pride, and perhaps a realization that time truly does move far too quickly," he wrote.
Kilavuka described his daughter as the final chapter in his parenthood journey, reflecting on the joy of watching her grow into the person he always hoped she would become.
"She was the final page in this chapter of parenthood. Such a joy to watch her grow and mature. There is something incredibly special about watching your children become the person you always hoped they would be," he added.
He signed off with a warm blessing, wishing her well as she embarks on this new adventure.
"Wishing my beautiful baby girl the very best as she begins this new chapter of her life in college, carrying with her the love of her family, the pride of her country, and her faith in God wherever she goes," Kilavuka wrote.
See the family photos Kilavuka shared on Instagram:
Allan Kilavuka's career legacy
Kilavuka served as the Chief Executive Officer of Kenya Airways, the national carrier, steering the airline through some of its most turbulent years, including the disruptions brought on by the global pandemic.
His tenure focused on stabilising the airline's finances and restoring confidence among passengers and investors alike. Kilavuka resigned in December 2025.
Inside Allan Kilavuka's farm
In another story, we also highlighted facts about former Kenya Airways CEO Allan Kilavuka’s expansive coffee farm in Trans Nzoia, where he has turned his attention to agriculture after leaving the airline.
After years of measuring time in quarters and financial results, Kilavuka says retirement has taught him to follow the rain, the soil and the coffee harvest. A video from the farm offers a glimpse of his new routine among workers picking ripe cherries.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
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