British holidaymakers face flight disruptions as strike action in Africa causes travel chaos
Britons have been warned their holiday plans could go awry
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Britons heading to a popular African holiday destination could see their plans thrown into disarray due to strike action.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development (FCDO) added new information about a disruption at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport that is affecting flights and access to and from the airport.
Kenya is home to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, beachy Lamu Island, stunning Fourteen Falls waterfall and incredible Mount Kenya.
But Britons visiting the beautiful country must be aware of current disruptions.
Kenya is home to some breathtaking scenery
GETTY IMAGESThe FCDO told holidaymakers: "There is disruption at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, due to ongoing strike action, that is affecting flights and access to and from the airport.
"Passengers are advised to check with their airline for flight information."
Britons were recently given an Africa travel warning as they face serious health risks.
Holidaymakers visiting Kenya should consult the FCDO for essential health information.
The FCDO advised: "At least eight weeks before your trip, check the latest vaccine recommendations for Kenya.
"See where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the NHS travel vaccinations page.
"See what health risks you’ll face in Kenya, including malaria and dengue, Zika virus, schistosomiasis and mpox. Altitude sickness is a risk in parts of Kenya."
Holidaymakers in Kenya are advised to consult TravelHealthPro for information on vaccine recommendations, malaria and other risks, Covid, health news and outbreaks.
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Mount Kenya is one of Kenya's most famous attractions
GETTY IMAGESAreas in Kenya where FCDO advises against all but essential travel
Kenya-Somalia border and northern parts of the east coast
The FCDO advises against all but essential travel to several areas due to the risk from terrorism groups based in Somalia
Within 60km of Kenya’s border with Somalia- Eastern Garissa County, up to 20km north-west of the A3 road, including the Boni National Reserve
- Mandera County, excluding Mandera West sub-county
- Lamu County, excluding Lamu Island and Manda Island
- Tana River County north of the Tana River, up to 20km north-west of the A3 road
- Within 15km of the east coast between the Tana River and the Galana (Athi-Galana-Sabaki) River