Airport Workers Call Off Strike After Govt Deal
KAWU defied court orders and begun their strike on Monday, causing chaos at the JKIA, Moi, Eldoret and Kisumu international airports...
✨ Key Highlights
Airport workers in Kenya have called off their two-day strike that caused significant disruptions and flight cancellations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and other facilities.
- The strike ended after negotiations with the Ministry of Transport and the Kenya Airports Authority.
- The agreement ensures that the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) will be met.
- Hundreds of travellers experienced flight delays and cancellations since Monday due to the industrial action.
Continue Reading
Read the complete article from Kenyans
Part of the Day's Coverage
Aviation Workers' Strike Called Off After Causing Major Flight Disruptions at JKIA - February 2026
The Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) called off its strike after reaching an agreement with the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA). The strike had entered a second day, causing significant flight disruptions and cancellations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and other airports over unresolved grievances dating back to 2015. Kenya Airways (KQ) had warned passengers of flight delays of up to four hours due to the industrial action. Pilots also raised safety concerns, with the Kenya Airline Pilots Association (KALPA) warning of increased fatigue risks for flight crews due to unpredictable schedules and extended duty periods, which could potentially compromise flight safety. The calling off of the strike followed the deal reached between KAWU and the government.
