Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Stories

Transport PS faces backlash from MPS over Adani’s JKIA deal responses
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2024

Members of the Public Debt and Privatisation Committee accused PS Daghar of providing "Googled" information that failed to address key issues

High Court refers Adani’s JKIA takeover case to Chief Justice Koome
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 25, 2024

As the case moves forward, the establishment of a bench by Chief Justice Koome will be crucial in addressing pressing legal and ethical concerns.

Court adjourns virtual hearing of Adani-JKIA case after protesters disrupt it
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 17, 2024

The case has been filef by activist Tony Gachoka, Mount Kenya Jurist, Wiper Democratic Movement, Jubilee Party, and the Democratic Action Party-Kenya.

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.

Kenya says it has given India's Adani group contract to build power lines
Reuters  |  Sep 15, 2024

Adani Group and the African Development Bank did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment outside normal business hours.

Mudavadi flags off Kenyan teachers departing for new jobs in the US
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 29, 2024

“Be very careful because you have to respect the code of ethics and regulations in those countries,” he advised. 

Ruto vows to erase tourism bottlenecks following dialogue with hoteliers
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 29, 2024

Ruto admitted that the national carrier has been troubled, but efforts are underway to restore it. 

Cabinet greenlights aviation policy, JKIA Investment Plan to boost efficiency 
Hanifa Adan  |  Jun 11, 2024

The newly approved policy endeavours to harness the full potential of the aviation sector in propelling Kenya's economic growth.

Kenya Airways to begin flying directly to Mozambique from June
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 11, 2024

The airline will operate three flights per week to the Southern African capital starting from June 14

JKIA's international arrivals terminal temporarily closed after fire incident
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 25, 2024

In a statement on Monday morning, KAA said the fire was caused by an electrical fault that fortunately did not cause any injuries or casualties.

Skyward Express introduces additional low-cost Nairobi-Mombasa flight
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 20, 2024

Skyward Express is committed to affordability, offering fares starting as low as Sh7,600, making air travel accessible to all.

Somalia’s aviation evolution from a journalist’s 20-year-perspective
Yassin Juma  |  Feb 16, 2024

My first flight to Somalia was in 2004. I was excited to have been given an exclusive by the then President Abdullahi Yusuf Ahmed but at the same time...

First group of tourists under new visa-free policy lands at JKIA
Paul Aginnah  |  Jan 05, 2024

In a groundbreaking development for Kenya's tourism sector, the inaugural group of foreign visitors utilizing the newly introduced Electronic Travel A...

JKIA blackouts are now a thing of the past - CS Murkomen
Dennis Tarus  |  Dec 20, 2023

The CS said there will now be a seamless transition to backup power during blackouts at JKIA.

CS Murkomen seeks police help over possible sabotage after JKIA power outage
Dennis Tarus  |  Dec 11, 2023

The CS on Sunday night said he was forced to make the move considering the frequency of the power disruption, and taking into account the fact that JK...

"It's not us!" Uganda disowns viral video of leaking JKIA roofs
Dennis Tarus  |  Nov 16, 2023

"Please ignore the trending video of an unfortunate situation at an airport in a neighbouring country, which some WhatsApp users have wrongly attribut...

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