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NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 22 \u2013 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is set for a major capacity expansion under a new Integrated Master Plan that aims to raise annual passenger handling to 15 million as traffic continues to outpace existing infrastructure.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Under the plan, a new terminal complex will be developed in two phases, adding capacity for 10 million passengers in Phase I and a further 5 million in Phase II.<\/p>\n

The airport handled 8.6 million passengers in 2024 and 8.8 million in 2025, already exceeding its current annual capacity of 8 million.<\/p>\n

The blueprint, presented by Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) to the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU), also proposes construction of a new runway by 2029 and expansion of airfield capacity to handle up to 63 aircraft movements per hour, up from the current 14.<\/p>\n

Officials say passenger numbers have been rising by roughly one million annually, meaning existing facilities could become insufficient within the next three years if upgrades are not undertaken.<\/p>\n

Beyond terminal development, the Master Plan outlines phased infrastructure investments, including landside upgrades to improve access, circulation and operational efficiency.<\/p>\n

The expansion will be carried out in stages to minimize disruption, with existing terminals rehabilitated and optimized during the transition.<\/p>\n

Authorities argue the modernization is critical to maintaining JKIA\u2019s position as a regional aviation hub, boosting cargo and passenger traffic, and supporting airport-linked businesses.<\/p>\n

However, financing, execution timelines and coordination with stakeholders will be key to delivering the project without operational setbacks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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