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August 31, 2026
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Aviation strike threatens Kenya’s regional hub status as flights disrupted

Aviation strike threatens Kenya’s regional hub status as flights disrupted

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 31 — Kenya’s aviation industry has called for an urgent end to an ongoing air traffic services strike, warning that prolonged disruption at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport…..

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An ongoing air traffic services strike at Kenya’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is causing significant flight disruptions and threatening the nation’s status as a regional aviation hub.

  • The strike, initiated by the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU), has led to delays, cancellations, and diversions, impacting passenger connectivity and flight safety.
  • Industry bodies including the Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO), African Airlines Association (AFRAA), and Kenya Tourism Federation (KTF) are urging for an immediate resolution.
  • A similar strike in February resulted in an estimated $5.1 million in direct losses for 16 operators, highlighting the substantial economic consequences of such industrial actions.

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