Aviation workers at Kenya’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport have agreed to end their two-day strike after government-brokered negotiations, bringing relief to hundreds of stranded passengers who endured waits exceeding 20 hours. The strike, which caused widespread flight cancellations, delays, and diversions at one of Africa’s busiest transport hubs, stemmed from workers’ frustrations over stalled salary negotiations, poor working conditions, and labor disputes persisting for over a decade. The Kenya Aviation Workers Union accused the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority of failing to conclude collective bargaining agreements and delaying union remittances, prompting the walkout—which continued despite a subsequent court suspension order. Transport Minister Davies Chirchir oversaw urgent talks that resulted in workers formally agreeing to resume operations, with promises of future round-table discussions to address their concerns.
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