The plane is parked to load the parcel in the airport. [Getty Images] The global aviation industry, which is responsible for approximately 2-3 per cent of worldwide emissions, faces a formidable challenge in decarbonisation. Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) has emerged as the most critical near- to mid-term solution, capable of reducing lifecycle carbon emissions by up to 80% compared to conventional jet fuel. For Africa, a continent whose aviation sector is projected to grow by over 5% annually, the adoption of SAF is not merely an environmental imperative but a strategic economic opportunity. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp…