Kenya Airways announces resumption of flights at JKIA after strike disruptions

Kenya Airways has begun restoring normal flight schedules following days of disruptions caused by an industrial strike that affected operations at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).

In a statement, the national carrier said it is in the process of normalising its scheduled and on-time operations and expects full recovery within the next 24 hours.

The airline assured passengers that teams are working around the clock to minimise delays and clear the backlog created during the disruption period.

The recovery follows confirmation from the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) that airport operations have fully resumed after the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) called off its strike.

“We sincerely regret the inconvenience to our customers. Our teams are currently doing everything possible to minimise the impact on our customers. The safety, security, and comfort of our customers remain our highest priority,” read the statement.

Customers have been advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport, monitor the airline’s official communication channels for updates, and use the airline’s website or mobile app to rebook where necessary.

KAWU on Tuesday afternoon called off the strike that began on Monday, disrupting operations at the JKIA. 

The industrial action was suspended after talks with the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) and the Ministry of Transport. 

KAWU Secretary General Moses Ndiema said they had successful consultations and engagements with relevant stakeholders and agreed on a return-to-work formula.