Jambojet says operations to continue despite KAWU strike notice

Jambojet says operations to continue despite KAWU strike notice

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The airline explained it does not “have a formal arrangement with KAWU under which employment terms and conditions are negotiated collectively on behalf of its employees”.

Jambojet has been granted an injunction by the Employment and Labour Relations Court restraining the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) from industrial action slated for July 27.
In a statement on Saturday, ahead of the planned boycott should a seven‑day strike notice dated July 20 lapse, Jambojet said the injunction bars KAWU from proceeding with the proposed strike pending the hearing and determination of the matter before the Court.
The airline explained it does not “have a formal arrangement with KAWU under which employment terms and conditions are negotiated collectively on behalf of its employees”.
The carrier further assured customers, partners and the travelling public that operations will continue as normal.
“We remain committed to providing safe, reliable and affordable air travel, with the safety and wellbeing of our customers and employees remaining our highest priority. Should any material developments affect our operations, we will communicate promptly through our official channels,” the statement reads in part.
According to KAWU officials, the notice follows years of unresolved labour disputes and will affect employees at the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), Kenya Airways and Jambojet if grievances are not addressed within seven days from July 20.

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