Pilots raise safety concerns as aviation workers' strike enters day 2
Kenya Pilots Association calls for dialogue to end ongoing aviation workers strike, says go-slow is affecting crew scheduling and rest...
✨ Key Highlights
Pilots in Kenya are raising safety concerns as an aviation workers' strike, initiated by the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) over unresolved grievances since 2015, enters its second day, significantly disrupting air travel at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and other local airports.
- The strike, which began on February 15, 2026, has caused flight delays, diversions, and cancellations, with the Kenya Airline Pilots Association (KALPA) warning that disruptions could increase fatigue risk for pilots.
- KAWU issued a one-week strike notice on February 8, 2026, citing the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA)'s failure to negotiate a new Collective Bargaining Agreement since the previous one expired in 2015.
- Lady Justice Agnes Nzei issued temporary orders halting the strike on Friday, February 13, following an application by KCAA.
Continue Reading
Read the complete article from The Standard
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.
