Ethiopian Airlines unveils Covid-19 global insurance cover

Ethiopian Airlines Group says it will cover the medical insurance including repatriation, evacuation and quarantine costs related to Covid-19 for all passengers effective October 1, 2020, to March 31, 2021. A statement issued in Accra by the Airline said the global cover, dubbed: “Sheba Comfort” was part of the airline’s extra security measures to protect passengers and ensure that they travel with peace of mind. It said passengers would have their medical expenses up to E100,000 covered if they were diagnosed with Covid-19 during their travel in addition to quarantine costs up to E150 per day for a maximum of 14 days. “Sheba Comfort also includes repatriation and evacuation services whenever needed besides 24/7 assistance through the airline’s hotline,” it said. Ethiopian Group CEO, Tewolde GebreMariam, said: “We are glad to be among the pioneer global airlines to introduce this extra security measure and provide global cover for Covid-19 with a view to boosting passengers’ confidence. Our Sheba Comfort insurance scheme is part of the measures we have been taking to ensure the health and wellbeing of passengers on the ground and on board.” <br/>