JKIA grinds to a halt leaving passengers stranded

A huge number of passengers in various airports across the country were left stranded as the aviation workers' strike entered its second day on Monday...

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A strike by the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) has paralyzed operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and other airports across Kenya, leaving numerous passengers stranded since August 31, 2026.

Passengers faced significant delays and cancellations for both local and international flights.
The strike is due to grievances over salaries and alleged poor management.
Talks between KAWU, the Ministry of Transport, and COTU were ongoing as of Monday afternoon, with hopes for a swift resolution.

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