NAIROBI, Kenya—Feb 17, 2026—Travellers breathed a sigh of relief Tuesday after aviation workers signed a return-to-work formula, ending a strike that had disrupted operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
In a statement, the Kenya Airports Authority said the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) had formally called off the industrial action following a successful mediation meeting led by Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir.
The mediation brought together officials from the Transport and Labour ministries, the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority, KAA and union representatives.
The strike by Air Traffic Control staff had caused flight delays and uncertainty at the country’s main international gateway on Monday, affecting both domestic and international travellers.
KAA said airport operations are now normalising across all airports, and advised passengers to check with their respective airlines for updated flight schedules.
The authority commended all parties for what it described as constructive engagement that led to the resolution.
The return-to-work agreement restores full operations at JKIA, easing pressure on airlines and passengers who had faced disruptions at the height of the industrial action.
