Courtesy of Kenya Airports Authority
At Kisumu International Airport, the day began with a conversation about people, and ended with a bold statement about the future of Kenya’s skies.
Morning: A Conversation About People
This morning, KAA Managing Director/CEO Moses Wekesa, accompanied by Ag. Board Chairman Maj. (Rtd) Iltasayon Neepe, held a staff assembly at Kisumu International Airport. The two were hosted by Felix Wanga, Regional Airport Manager – Western Region and Kisumu International Airport.
Staff from Kisumu, Suneka, Kilgoris, Matulo, Migori, Homa Bay, and Kakamega gathered as the MD outlined his vision for the Authority, placing staff welfare, teamwork, and service excellence at its heart. The Ag. Board Chairman also took the floor, adding the Board’s voice to the engagement.
Afternoon: A Bold Statement About the Future
By afternoon, attention shifted from the people who keep our airports moving to the technology that keeps aircraft moving safely through our skies.
At a ceremony hosted by the Principal Secretary for Aviation and Aerospace Development, Ms. Teresia Mbaika, CBS, the MD and Ag. Board Chairman joined His Excellency Hon. William Samoei Ruto, PhD., C.G.H., President of the Republic of Kenya, for the commissioning of the new Kisumu Air Traffic Control Tower.
The New Kisumu Air Traffic Control Tower
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Facility | Kisumu Air Traffic Control Tower |
| Commissioned By | H.E. President William Samoei Ruto |
| Hosted By | PS Teresia Mbaika, CBS |
| Operator | Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) |
| Location | Kisumu International Airport |
Standing tall above the airport, the new KCAA tower signals a new era for aviation in the region, strengthening:
| Benefit | Impact |
|---|---|
| 🛡️ Safety | Enhanced air traffic management |
| ⚙️ Operational Efficiency | Streamlined air navigation services |
| 📡 Modernisation | State-of-the-art technology at Kisumu International Airport |
| 🌍 Regional Connectivity | Improved services across Western Kenya |
One Airport. Two Defining Moments.
The day told one compelling story:
| Morning | Afternoon |
|---|---|
| People | Progress |
| Staff welfare, teamwork, and service excellence | New Air Traffic Control Tower commissioning |
| Vision for the Authority | Modernising air navigation services |
Together, they told one compelling story: Kenya’s aviation future will rise on the strength of both its people and its infrastructure.
About Kenya Airports Authority (KAA)
KAA is a statutory body mandated to develop, manage, and operate Kenya’s airports and airstrips, driving aviation excellence and economic development.
About Kisumu International Airport
Kisumu International Airport is the third busiest airport in Kenya, serving as a key gateway to Western Kenya and the Lake Victoria region. It connects Kisumu to Nairobi, Mombasa, and other destinations, supporting tourism, trade, and regional connectivity.
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