By BRIAN NGUGIMore by this AuthorThe US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has warned American air carriers to “exercise caution” when flying over Kenyan airspace, citing possible attacks by extremists. “Aircraft may encounter various anti-aircraft weapons, including manpads, small-arms, and indirect fire weapons such as mortars and rockets, which could target aircraft at low altitudes, including during the arrival and departure phases of flight and/or target airports and aircraft on the ground,” it said. Kenya has battled terrorism in recent years especially along the restive northeastern border where Al- Shabaab militants have executed several attacks. US President Donald Trump's administration has also imposed sanctions on several Kenyans over alleged support to terrorist groups. The FAA granted Nairobi the top status after carrying out a series of assessment audits in the country.

Source: Daily Nation December 31, 2019 08:26 UTC