OREANDA-NEWS. November 02, 2015. fastjet (AIM:FJET), Africa's low-cost airline, is pleased to confirm that the first flight of its subsidiary fastjet Zimbabwe, between Harare and Victoria Falls, took place yesterday. This marks the successful launch of a new low-cost Zimbabwean airline and the second fastjet airline.

fastjet Zimbabwe's first flight departed Harare International Airport with dignitaries, government officials, media and local passengers on board. Upon arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport, the flight was welcomed by the Mayor of Victoria Falls and the return flight landed in Harare to an official launch ceremony.

fastjet Zimbabwe will initially fly between Harare and Victoria Falls three times a week on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, with more flights being added as demand increases.

The Zimbabwe Government has designated the airline on routes to South Africa, Botswana and Malawi.  Further designations to Zambia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Namibia and Mozambique are all expected to be granted over the coming weeks.

Commenting, fastjet Chief Executive Officer Ed Winter said: "Today is a momentous day for fastjet as we launch fastjet Zimbabwe, our second low-cost airline in Africa, allowing even more people to enjoy safe, reliable, convenient and affordably priced air travel."