Kenya's aviation workers have successfully concluded their two-day strike, committing to resume their normal duties following a significant agreement reached between the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) and relevant employers regarding essential labor issues.In a Return-to-Work Agreement signed on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, KAWU announced the cessation of industrial action
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MPs Push KAA to Fast-Track Wilson Airport Upgrades
Members of the National Assembly’s Transport and Infrastructure Committee have encouraged the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) to speed up infrastructure upgrades and runway rehabilitation at Wilson Airport. They highlighted that delays are disrupting operations and leading to financial losses for aviation stakeholders.During an inspection visit on June 16, 2026, committee
Kenyan Fligt Diverts to Moroni After Runway Closure in Mayotte
On March 15, 2026, Kenya Airways flight KQ254, en route from Nairobi to Dzaoudzi in Mayotte, successfully diverted to Moroni in the Comoros due to the closure of the runway at Dzaoudzi Airport.Airport authorities closed the runway after a disabled third-party aircraft obstructed it, hindering any landings. The flight crew