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Kenya Airways Reviews All Contracts to Cut Costs as Fuel Bill Jumps 72%: Media

Kenya Airways Reviews All Contracts to Cut Costs as Fuel Bill Jumps 72%: Media

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Kenya Airways Reviews All Contracts to Cut Costs as Fuel Bill Jumps 72%: Media The airline is reviewing “every single contract” as part of a cost-cutting drive... 20.08.2026, Sputnik Africa

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Kenya Airways Reviews All Contracts to Cut Costs as Fuel Bill Jumps 72%: Media The airline is reviewing “every single contract” as part of a cost-cutting drive after the Middle East conflict pushed its fuel costs up 72% in the first half of 2026, acting CEO George Kamal said. Fuel expenses now account for as much as 50% of the airline's total costs. Other challenges: Kenya Airways is also dealing withDelays in receiving spare partsFewer aircraft available for serviceRising global inflation With profit per seat at just $1.50, the airline must find savings wherever possible, Kamal stressed.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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