Massive cancellation of Kenya Airways flights scheduled for Saturday morning after pilots commenced their strike.
The pilot's lobby, Kenya Pilots Association (Kalpa) says they are not resuming duties until KQ's management reinstates the suspended provident fund.
Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen to address the media.
On Friday,the airline indicated the industrial action by pilots could see it lose at least $2.5 million close to (Sh300 million) every day.
Kenya Airways had earlier said they were ready to engage with Kenya Airlines Pilot Association (KALPA) following the strike notice.
According to KQ's general manager Allan Kilavuka, the unlawful strike will result in a great toll on the financial position of the company.
"At a minimum, the unlawful industrial action will cost KQ approximately Sh300 million a day, translating to Sh2.1 billion in one week," he said.
Kilavuka added that the company has made strides in improving its financial position following the Covid-19 pandemic, and KALPA's action will negate the efforts.
He insisted that the strike is unlawful, ill-timed and unnecessary.
"This unfortunate action may affect both our passengers, who may not travel, and our cargo customers, whose exports will be affected. It will greatly inconvenience travellers for business, medical, leisure, and those connecting with their loved ones. This could also lead to huge losses to farmers whose perishable goods are due for export.
