Nairobi’s international airport hit by strike action

 

(Posted 16th February 2026)

May be an image of map and text that says 'KAA Kenya Airports Authority "Setting ous sights ligh" PRESS STATEMENT STATEMENT ON FLIGHT OPERATIONS KENyATTA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (JKIA) AT JOMO Nairobi, 16/02/2026 nya Airport Authority inform the public of delays affecting departing flights at Jomo International Airport due to ongoing labour dispute between ya Aviation Workers Union and nya Civil Aviation Authority. Contingency plans have advised to contact their updates. been activated. Passengers are respective airlines for scheduled Kenya Airports Authority reiterates its commitment to safety and operational excellence at all our airports. Ends Dr Mohamud Gedi Ag.Managing Director/CEO "Setting our sights high"'

 

Given the situation at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport are travelers to Nairobi, from Entebbe, Kigali, Dar es Salaam, Juba, Addis Ababa and beyond advised to check with their respective airlines about the status of their booked flight – possible delays, cancellations and remedies the airlines will provide.

 

 

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