Losses soar as airlines cancel flights, tourists miss connections over Kenya's aviation strike

Kenya Airways loss widens to Sh16.1 billion

Kenya Airways has reported a significant increase in its net loss, reaching Sh16.1 billion for the recent reporting period.

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

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.

Kenya Airways loss widens to Sh16.1bn as costs rise

Kenya Airways (KQ) has reported a widening net loss of Sh16.1 billion for the first half of 2026, a significant increase from the Sh12.2 billion loss recorded in the same period last year.

Govt apologises over JKIA disruption as Mudavadi says talks to end aviation strike continue

The Kenyan government has issued an apology for disruptions at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) following an aviation workers' strike that has entered its second day. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi stated that urgent talks are ongoing to resolve the dispute and restore normal operations.

Schools Face Learning Disruption Days After Reopening

Kenyan schools are facing potential learning disruptions as secondary school heads report a significant shortfall in government capitation funding for the third term.