Christine Kagendo 
Diana Nyambura, Skyward Airlines General Manager (left) and John K’Otieno, Pepsi Kenya Country Manager during the signing ceremony of an agreement that makes Pepsi the official beverage partner
- Pepsi Kenya Expands into Travel Market Through Skyward Airlines Partnership;
Pepsi Beverages Kenya and Skyward Airlines have signed a strategic agreement that will see Pepsi’s iconic beverages exclusively served on all Skyward flights.
With Skyward operating an average of 547 flights and 26,010 passengers monthly across 11 routes, the partnership ensures Pepsi’s portfolio reaches travellers at scale, adding taste, convenience, and refreshment to every journey.
According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics(KNBS), domestic air passenger traffic in Kenya reached 5.32 million in 2024, underscoring the scale and opportunity in the local aviation sector.
Consumer research consistently shows that refreshments play a central role in passenger satisfaction while travelling, with hydration, energy, and taste ranked as key needs during journeys.
The brands in this partnership; Pepsi, Mirinda, Mountain Dew, 7UP, Evervess, Sting, and Aquafina, cover the full spectrum of refreshment: colas, fruity flavors, citrus sodas, mixers, energy drinks, and water.
By embedding these beverages into the travel experience, Pepsi is extending its relevance beyond retail and entertainment spaces into moments of connection, movement, and discovery.
The partnership covers 11 Skyward Airlines routes: Nairobi–Migori, Nairobi–Kitale, Nairobi–Kakamega, Nairobi–Mombasa, Nairobi–Diani, Nairobi–Lamu, Nairobi–Eldoret, Nairobi–Lodwar, Nairobi–Malindi, Nairobi–Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), and Nairobi–Ukunda (coastal leg).
John K’Otieno, SBC’s Country Manager, said:“This deal puts Pepsi into 26,000 journeys every month.Whether it’s Pepsi, Mirinda, Mountain Dew, Sting, or Aquafina, we’re meeting Kenyans in the moments that matter, when they travel, connect, and experience life on the move.
Skyward Airlines and Pepsi share a vision of growth, innovation, and delivering premium experiences to customers, and this partnership ensures our world-renowned brands are enjoyed by families across Kenya and the region.”
On her part, Diana Nyambura, Skyward Airlines General Manager noted: “Skyward Airlines is proud to collaborate with Pepsi, one of the world’s most recognized and loved brands.
This partnership enhances our in-flight service offering and reflects our dedication to providing added value to our passengers while also supporting our growth strategy in the regional aviation market.”
The Pepsi–Skyward partnership is both a service upgrade and shared ambition.Skyward strengthens its positioning as a modern, passenger-focused airline, while Pepsi deepens its role as a lifestyle brand, seamlessly integrated into everyday and extraordinary moments including air travel.
