The agreement covers agency fees, collective bargaining negotiations, a recognition dispute involving Jambojet, the immediate return of workers and protection against victimisation.
By David AbonyoKenya Airways said it is working to restore its flight schedule following the lifting of the strike, but warned that passengers should expect some delays as normal operations resume
By David AbonyoIn a customer update, Jambojet said it had resumed normal flight operations on Tuesday following the lifting of the strike, but warned that travellers could still experience delays as it clears the backlog created by the disruption.
By David AbonyoIn a statement after the meeting, KAWU Secretary General Moss Ndiema said the union had made compromises in the interest of its members and the country, paving the way for workers to resume duty.
By David AbonyoIn a customer update issued on Monday, the national carrier said the industrial action by Air Traffic Control (ATC) workers had created a flight backlog, forcing it to reschedule and cancel some flights.
By David AbonyoThe cancellations followed a similar disruption on Sunday, when RwandAir cancelled flights WB402 and WB403 on August 30, also citing difficulties involving air traffic control services at JKIA
By Chrispho OwuorIn its fourth update on the situation, issued at 11:45 am on Monday, August 31, Jambojet said five flights were next in line to depart but were still awaiting the required clearance from air traffic control
By Chrispho OwuorThe Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) resumed industrial action on Sunday, August 30, after suspending an earlier strike following a government-brokered agreement in July. The union says the agreement required aviation employers to engage directly with workers and resolve outstanding grievances, but negotiations failed to produce a settlement
By Chrispho OwuorKCAA published the decisions in a Kenya Gazette notice dated August 7, 2026. The approvals were made under the Civil Aviation Act No. 21 of 2013 and the Civil Aviation (Licensing of Air Services) Regulations, 2025.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe labour federation has declared its full support for the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU), which has accused aviation agencies of pushing ahead with employment changes that threaten workers' rights and job security.
By Bradley BosireIn a notice issued on Saturday, the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority says the candidate that will be selected will report directly to the board and will be expected to provide “the day-to-day management and coordination of the execution of functions of the Authority in line with the Civil Aviation Act.”
By David AbonyoThe Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) said the recruitment of a permanent Director General will be carried out through a structured process that meets governance and transparency standards.
By Chrispho OwuorKCAA Director General Emile Arao told the Senate Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation, and Housing on Thursday that a review carried out by the authority identified a large number of structures that do not meet the required standards.
By Ann NyamburaKCAA said issues that had prompted a strike notice by the Kenya Aviation Workers’ Union (KAWU) were being addressed through ongoing engagements, with significant progress already achieved.
By Bradley BosireThe union says the return-to-work formula signed on February 17 in the presence of Transport Cabinet Secretary Davies Chirchir has not been implemented, particularly on matters touching on staff representation and union rights.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe regulator said it has started the required procedures to support investigations into the circumstances that led to the crash. The inquiry will be conducted by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Department.
By Bradley BosireThe industrial action by KAWU began after a seven day strike notice issued on February 9, 2026 to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority expired. In a letter addressed to KCAA Director General Emile N. Arao, the union warned that unionisable employees would down their tools if long standing concerns were not addressed.
By David AbonyoIn a statement on Monday, KAA’s Acting Managing Director and CEO, Dr Mohamud Gedi, said contingency plans had been activated.
By David AbonyoKenya Civil Aviation Authority says flights and aviation services remain normal despite a seven-day strike notice by the Kenya Aviation Workers Union, as talks continue to resolve labour disputes.
By David AbonyoAt the centre of the dispute is the failure to negotiate and conclude a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) since 2015. KAWU said the last CBA lapsed more than a decade ago and that subsequent negotiations have stalled due to management’s alleged refusal to engage.
By David AbonyoKCAA said it will continue to work with KAWU and other stakeholders to find a mutually acceptable solution while maintaining safety and operational efficiency in Kenya’s airspace.
By Bradley BosireSpeaking during an interview with Radio Generation, Okwiri said the problems facing the national carrier are rooted in how its fleet is managed, financed, and maintained over time.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) on Tuesday said the aircraft, registered 5Y-CCA, went down at 0530Z. Teams from government agencies are already at the scene to investigate the cause and assess the consequences of the crash.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement seen by Radio Generation, KCAA said all statutory functions under the Civil Aviation Act remain unaffected.
By Bradley BosireThe talks followed a seven-day industrial action notice issued by the union, demanding urgent action on workers’ grievances.
By Bradley BosireThe proposed change was part of wider amendments that also include shifting the Tourism Promotion Fund to the Tourism Fund to avoid duplication of roles.
By Ann NyamburaThe suspension affects the Personnel Licensing (PEL) Department under the Directorate of Aviation Safety, Security and Regulations, which handles certification and licensing for pilots
By Rose AchiengAuthorities had appealed to residents to return the device after reports emerged that it was taken from the wreckage by onlookers shortly after the crash.
By Maureen Kinyanjui