Workers at Kenya's main airport call off strike after two days of disruption
## Resolution of Strike at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Resolution of Strike at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
On Tue, the strike by workers at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport was concluded, restoring operations after significant disruptions. This strike impacted both local and international flights, as well as air traffic control activities.
The Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) agreed to resume duties following mediation efforts by the government and other officials, according to a statement from the Airports Authority. The specific terms of the agreement remain undisclosed.
The industrial action was initiated due to unresolved issues, including a stalled employment agreement. Although flights are set to recommence, the timeline for the full restoration of operations is uncertain.
On Tue, the strike by workers at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport was concluded, restoring operations after significant disruptions.
Earlier, the Kenya Airline Pilots Association had expressed concerns regarding the strike's potential impact on safety, citing possible disruptions to crew scheduling and increased fatigue risk.
Background of Previous Industrial Actions
In 2024, a similar strike occurred when workers opposed the government's plan to grant India's Adani Group a contract for airport expansion. The workforce raised concerns about potential job losses and the impact on future airport revenue. The partnership with Adani was subsequently cancelled due to corruption allegations against its chairman, Gautam Adani, in the United States.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
