Aviation workers at Jomo Kenyatta InternationalAirport(JKIA) have gone on strike in protest against the potential deal involving Adani Group, an Indian conglomerate.
The workers expressed concerns over the implications of such a deal, particularly regarding job security, management practices, and the potential impact on the working conditions at Kenya’s busiest airport.
The protestors claimed that they didn’t want an Indian firm to take over the airport.
“Adani must go, Adani must go, hatutaki muhindi” they shouted.
The strike led to significant disruptions in airport operations, affecting both domestic and international flights.
As a result, Passengers faced delays, cancellations, and long waits as the situation unfolds.
The striking workers, represented by their unions, are demanding assurances from the government and relevant authorities that their rights and interests will be safeguarded in any future agreements with Adani or any other foreign entities.
This development follows ongoing discussions and controversies surrounding the privatization and management of key infrastructure in Kenya, with the Adani deal being a focal point due to the group’s growing presence in global infrastructure and its previous dealings in other countries.
The outcome of the strike and the negotiations that follow will be crucial in determining the future of JKIA management and the role of foreign investment in Kenya’s aviation sector.
