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Originally published by Kenyanstop
May 12, 2026
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Kenya Airways Signs Deal for Africa’s First Sustainable Aviation Fuel Refinery

The deal, tipped to be a game-changer in East Africa, was overseen by President William Ruto and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron...
✨ Key Highlights
Kenya Airways has signed a significant agreement to develop Africa's first dedicated sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) refinery. This landmark deal marks a major step towards cleaner aviation energy on the continent.
- The refinery, with an estimated investment of €60-70 million (approx. Ksh10 billion), will have a production capacity of 32,000 metric tonnes.
- Key organizations involved include Kenya Airways and Rubis Energy Kenya, with the agreement finalized in the presence of President William Ruto and French counterpart Emmanuel Macron.
- The refinery will process locally sourced waste cooking oil and animal fats, transforming them into low-carbon aviation fuel through advanced processes like hydrodeoxygenation and fractionation.
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