Kenya braces for aviation disruptions as workers' strike notice lapses

The industrial action targets Kenya Civil Aviation Authority, Kenya Airports Authority, KQ and Jambojet...

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Kenya faces potential aviation disruptions as the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) issued a strike notice, set to lapse in three days, impacting major agencies like the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), Kenya Airways (KQ), and Jambojet.

A looming strike by aviation workers threatens to halt flights, cargo operations, and airport services.
KAWU Secretary General Moss Ndiema stated negotiations failed to resolve long-standing grievances, including overdue Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) for KCAA workers dating back over 11 years.
KAA Managing Director Moses Wekesa claimed most issues are resolved, calling the strike notice premature, but acknowledged an outstanding dispute regarding the absorption of 370 contract employees.

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