"These measures take immediate effect, reinforcing JKIA's position as a leading aviation hub by improving efficiency, security and overall passenger experience," read the Cabinet dispatch in part. JKIA is under KAA which reported a net loss of Sh474 million for the year ended June 2023 - linked to the termination of the greenfield passenger terminal complex (T3) which resulted in a write-off of Sh4.6 billion.
"The importance of this is that JKIA can now successfully procure a new terminal to enhance its capacity and continue its hub status with the East Africa region," said the KAA acting chief executive Henry Ogoye, as documented in the Auditor General report.
The report also shows that KAA assets amount to Sh1.1 trillion as of the end of June 2023, a growth from Sh73.3 billion as of June 2022. "The increase was mainly due to revaluation of land by Sh980.4 billion," says KAA.
KAA is the agency in charge of the service charter signed with all other departments and agencies. The charter has roped in the Directorate of Immigration Services, Kenya Revenue Authority, Customs, and the Kenya Airports Police Unit among other agencies. CS Miano said the charter will play a key role in achieving the five million visitors target by 2027. This number currently stands at 2.4 million.