JKIA lease Stories

Air operators warn against hasty JKIA lease to Adani, criticise bidding process
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 09, 2024

KAAO argued that ensuring a transparent process is vital for maximising JKIA's potential as a world-class aviation hub.

KQ reveals it lost Sh80 million during demos against JKIA-Adani deal
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 24, 2024

The protests, led by the Kenya Aviation Workers' Union (KAWU), disrupted operations at JKIA, Moi International Airport in Mombasa, and Eldoret Interna...

Adani says it paid Kenya Sh6.47 million review fee for JKIA upgrade proposal
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 18, 2024

The Indian group says the payment was made alongside all the necessary pre-approval documents required by Kenyan authorities.

JKIA generated Sh14 billion in revenue from landing, parking charges in last financial year
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 18, 2024

CS Chirchir’s report also reveals that the airport is valued at Sh1.1 trillion, based on an assessment by the public works department.

Why plan to lease JKIA was not advertised - Transport CS Chirchir
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 13, 2024

The Indian conglomerate submitted its plan in March 2024, yet the Cabinet only approved the lease plan for JKIA on June 11, 2024.

Atwoli demands release of detained aviation workers amid flight cancellations, protests over JKIA-Adani deal
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 11, 2024

Addressing the issue at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Wednesday, Atwoli committed to organising a meeting with the government to discu...

Police officers take over passenger screening at JKIA as aviation workers stage strike over Adani deal
Mary Wambui  |  Sep 11, 2024

The officers screened passengers manually as the workers stationed at the security checkpoint joined the strike that began on Tuesday night.

High Court allows LSK, KHRC to challenge Adani's 30-year JKIA lease
John Mbati  |  Sep 09, 2024

This ruling halts the implementation of the lease agreement, which has faced significant scrutiny and opposition from various stakeholders.

Adani deal to shield JKIA from frequent embarrassments - gov't spokesperson Mwaura
Mary Wambui  |  Sep 05, 2024

Mwaura adding that the deal will also help the airport sort out the mess with leaking roofs, the runway and many other gaps

CS Mutua promises to release Adani-JKIA deal documents to aviation workers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 05, 2024

CS Mutua urged the workers to read through the document so that they can make informed choices on the deal instead of relying on rumours.

Kenya Airport Authority workers vow to paralyse operations on Tuesday over Adani JKIA-deal
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 02, 2024

The staff took to the streets early Monday morning, demanding answers from the relevant state institutions.

Aviation workers issue 7-day strike notice, call for resignation of top KQ, KAA officials
Alfred Onyango  |  Aug 12, 2024

The demand had stemmed from the public outcry on the deal to lease JKIA to an Indian private firm Adani.

JKIA operations risk facing disruptions as workers plan to strike over leasing deal 
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 11, 2024

The strike threat follows KAWU’s earlier call for the government to halt the leasing process involving Adani Airport Holdings Ltd.

No agreed terms yet on JKIA upgrade deal with Adani - Mudavadi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 30, 2024

The clarification follows weeks of claims online that the Airport had been leased to a foreign entity.

Senator Onyonka demands details on JKIA lease as Ruto denies sale claims
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 29, 2024

Despite President William Ruto refuting claims that the Airport is on sale amid heavy scrutiny from civil society groups and some legislators, Onyonka...

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