The Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) has called a seven-day strike to protest the proposed leasing of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to a private operator.
The strike threat follows KAWU's earlier request that the government suspend the lease process involving Adani Airport Holdings Ltd.
The union contends that the government did not follow legal standards for public involvement and stakeholder engagement in the lease process.
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Last week, Kipchumba Murkomen addressed the controversy surrounding Adani Holdings' proposal to renovate the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) through a Public Private Partnership (PPP).
During his vetting before the Committee on Appointments, Murkomen emphasized that the PPP deal follows a comprehensive process, not driven by any single individual, including a Cabinet Secretary. The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) is currently evaluating the proposal from the Indian firm. Once reviewed, the proposal will be submitted to the PPP directorate in the National Treasury for public consideration.
Murkomen assured the public that the deal remains unsigned and stressed the collective nature of the PPP process, dispelling fears of unilateral decisions. He highlighted the disrupted public participation phase in July due to anti-government protests, noting that public input is crucial.
