Jambojet cancelled over 40 flights during recently ended aviation strike

Jambojet Chief Executive Officer Karanja Ndegwa said the airline managed to operate only 25 percent of its scheduled flights at the height of the disruption, resulting in the cancellation of more than 40 flights and affecting over 5,000 passengers. Kenya breaking news | Kenya new..

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Jambojet experienced significant disruption due to the recent aviation workers' strike in Kenya, leading to numerous flight cancellations and affecting thousands of passengers. The strike impacted operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) before a return-to-work agreement was reached.

Jambojet cancelled over 40 flights, operating only 25 percent of its schedule, affecting over 5,000 passengers.
Chief Executive Officer Karanja Ndegwa stated the disruptions caused substantial revenue losses and increased operational costs for the airline.
The strike, called by the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU), was resolved after a mediation meeting involving the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) and government ministries.

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