Transport Cabinet Secretary James Macharia addressed tensions between Kenya Airways and its workforce, dismissing allegations that merger-related job cuts would occur. During a meeting with the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU), Macharia stated workers remained unconvinced by assurances that the KQ and Kenya Airways merger would not result in layoffs.
A strike by KAWU has caused operational disruptions at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, with long queues and passengers waiting on terminal floors reported. Kenya Airways acknowledged the impact, citing
