NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has stepped up efforts to integrate disability inclusion across the country’s aviation sector, following high-level engagements with Members of Parliament and disability rights stakeholders.
In a statement, KAA said it held discussions with the National Assembly of Kenya Committee on Social Protection and the Kenya Disability Parliamentary Association, focusing on advancing accessibility across airport infrastructure and services.
The talks were led by Acting Managing Director Mohamud Gedi, who outlined ongoing efforts to make airports more inclusive, accessible, and passenger-friendly for persons with disabilities.
“Accessibility in aviation is no longer a future goal; it’s a priority,” KAA said, noting that inclusion is being embedded both in existing facilities and future airport expansion plans.
Discussions also touched on the expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), alongside broader airport master planning aimed at modernising infrastructure while integrating universal design principles.
KAA said the engagement brought together senior officials, including JKIA Airport Manager Rose Koros and General Manager for Human Resources Rose Wasike, highlighting a coordinated, institution-wide approach to accessibility.
At the same session, Acting CEO George Kamal presented initiatives aimed at improving inclusivity within the airline experience, including enhanced passenger assistance and accessible service delivery for persons with disabilities.
The meeting underscored the need for collaboration among airports, airlines, policymakers, and disability advocacy groups to ensure inclusive growth in the aviation sector.
The push aligns with Kenya’s constitutional and legal framework on equality and non-discrimination under the Constitution of Kenya 2010, as well as international obligations such as the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
Stakeholders noted that embedding accessibility in infrastructure planning and service delivery is critical as passenger numbers grow and airport expansion projects gather pace.
KAA said it will continue working with lawmakers and advocacy groups to strengthen inclusive policies and ensure that aviation services are accessible to all users, regardless of physical ability.
The initiative reflects a broader shift within Kenya’s transport sector toward inclusive design, with authorities increasingly prioritising accessibility as a core component of public service delivery.
