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Flight disruptions persist at JKIA as aviation workers’ strike enters second day

The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has advised passengers to contact their respective airlines and confirm the status of their flights before travelling to the airport. The post Flight disruptions persist at JKIA as aviation workers’ strike enters second day appeared first on KBC Digital .

Flight disruptions persist at JKIA as aviation workers’ strike enters second day

Flight operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) continue to experience delays and cancellations as the ongoing strike by aviation workers disrupts air traffic control services. The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has urged passengers to verify the status of their flights with their airlines before traveling to the airport.

The authority stated that it is collaborating with airlines and other aviation stakeholders to lessen the impact of the disruption and ensure the secure and orderly operation of the airport. KAA emphasized that the safety and security of passengers, airport users, and the aviation community remain their top priority.

The aviation workers' strike began on Sunday, August 30, resulting in flight delays and cancellations at JKIA. The Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) confirmed that its members went on strike following a go-slow at airports nationwide, affecting personnel at the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) and other aviation stakeholders.

The union is advocating for better remuneration, improved working conditions, implementation of agreed-upon employment benefits, and resolution of outstanding labor issues, such as collective bargaining agreements, job security, and career progression.

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