2026-08-31: According to reports, a strike by the Kenyan Aviation Workers’ Union (KAWU) has been underway at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) since Sunday (30 August). Hundreds of passengers were stranded overnight (local time). The strike is continuing on Monday (31 August).
In case of a strike, major air traffic disruptions are to be expected. Delays and flight cancellations are likely. Before and after official strike hours, disruptions are also possible due to organisational reasons. Passengers are advised to contact their airline or tour operator about the current flight status in advance to their journey to the airport and to schedule additional time for their journey.
