KCAA conducts site visit of Kisumu ATC Tower ahead of commissioning [KCAA/X]The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has conducted a final site inspection of the new eight-storey Air Traffic Control (ATC) Tower at the Kisumu International Airport ahead of its official commissioning.
The tower, which is now 99 per cent complete, marks a significant milestone in enhancing air traffic management and aviation safety in the western region.
The inspection brought together senior KCAA officials led by KCAA Board Chair Brown Ondego and key stakeholders who reviewed the final touches on the state-of-the-art facility.
"KCAA is set to commission the new 8-storey ATC Tower at Kisumu Int’l Airport, now 99% complete! Board Chair Brown Ondego and Director of Air Navigation Services Anne Gitau led KCAA leadership & stakeholders in a final site inspection ahead of relocation and commissioning," the authority posted on X.
The delegation expressed satisfaction with the progress and quality of work, noting that the project aligns with KCAA’s strategic objective of modernising the country’s aviation infrastructure to meet global standards.
Launched in September 2023, the Sh314 million project is set to become a game-changer in aviation management across Western Kenya and the wider Lake Region.
Spearheaded by the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) and undertaken by Polish contractors, the tower has been designed to meet international standards, positioning Kisumu International Airport as a premier hub for regional air traffic.
Its elevated location within the airport will give controllers an uninterrupted 360-degree view, enhancing safety and efficiency in aircraft operations.
The Kisumu ATC Tower, once commissioned, will provide controllers with improved visibility, advanced communication systems, and enhanced coordination capabilities to manage both domestic and regional flights more efficiently.
It is also expected to support the airport’s growing traffic and strengthen its position as a key regional hub linking Kenya to the Great Lakes region.
Earlier in August, Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo lauded the project’s pace and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening aviation infrastructure in the region.
Kisumu International Airport is currently classified as a Category 3 facility, capable of handling large aircraft and significant passenger volumes.
The new tower, according to Kisumu Governor Anyang Nyong'o, will elevate its operational capacity, positioning it as a critical gateway to East and Central Africa, serving Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and beyond.
Once completed, the tower, now at 99 per cent, will stand as a modern symbol of growth, connectivity, and progress for Kisumu, further anchoring Kenya’s ambition of becoming an aviation leader in the region.
