Muthomi Ireri
Kenya’s Workers Aviation Union (KAWU) has decided to delay a planned strike by two weeks, which was set to begin on Monday. The postponement allows time for negotiations with the government regarding a proposed agreement with India’s Adani Airport Holdings to develop Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
The union fears that the deal could result in job losses for Kenyan workers and the introduction of foreign employees. They believe that the planned upgrades could negatively impact local employment and the workforce.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a major hub in Africa, and a strike could severely disrupt regional air traffic and impact Kenya Airways.
The government has denied claims that the airport is being sold. They assert that no decision has been made about the proposed “public-private partnership.” The government emphasizes that Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, currently handling more passengers than its 7.5 million annual capacity, urgently needs upgrades.
The proposed investment includes adding a second runway and enhancing the passenger terminal.
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