New Agikuyu Chief Seer warns of attempts to create inter-county strife in Mt Kenya region

New Agikuyu Chief Seer warns of attempts to create inter-county strife in Mt Kenya region

Speaking during his installation ceremony held at his home in Kiambu, which brought together community leaders, elders and religious leaders, the chief seer said his leadership would focus on bringing the different factions of the community to restore a sense of common purpose across the region.

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Kenya’s wildlife conservation agency prioritises rangers’ safety in addition to accountability and human rights

Kenya’s wildlife conservation agency prioritises rangers’ safety in addition to accountability and human rights

Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife Rebecca Miano said the graduation came at a strategic moment for the sector, noting that the officers would strengthen enforcement presence and improve the safety of visitors and communities living near protected areas.

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State cedes control of Amboseli National Park in southeast Kenya to Kajiado County

State cedes control of Amboseli National Park in southeast Kenya to Kajiado County

Kajiado Governor Joseph ole Lenku described the handover as a historic milestone for the residents of Kajiado and the wider Maasai community. He said the move corrects past injustices and guarantees that communities who have long coexisted with wildlife now share in the park’s tourism revenue.

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Kenya sets ambitious target of $780 billion tourism revenue through intra-Africa travel

Kenya sets ambitious target of $780 billion tourism revenue through intra-Africa travel

Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano said the expo had matured into a continental platform that not only markets destinations but also accelerates investment flows.

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Lake Victoria Basin city of Kisumu revs up for World Tourism Day coming up on September 27

Lake Victoria Basin city of Kisumu revs up for World Tourism Day coming up on September 27

The theme of this year`s World Tourism Day (WTD) is: Tourism and Sustainable Transformation. It emphasises the role of tourism in fostering economic growth while implementation practices that safeguard our environment, culture and communities for future generations.

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Scramble for natural resources go a notch higher as state transfers world-famous Amboseli National Park to Kajiado County

Scramble for natural resources go a notch higher as state transfers world-famous Amboseli National Park to Kajiado County

Speaking at a press conference, Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku expressed gratitude to President William Ruto and his cabinet for giving the mandate to his administration to handle and manage the resources in Amboseli National Park.

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Nairobi like a local: When foreigners touch down in Kenyan capital, they forfeit desire to return to Europe or American

Nairobi like a local: When foreigners touch down in Kenyan capital, they forfeit desire to return to Europe or American

The easiest way to get around is by Uber or Bolt – cab rides start at around 200 Kenyan shillings ($1.50). If you are pressed for time or money, you can book a motorcycle taxi (known as a boda boad) but road accidents are common; wear a helmet.

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Ministry teams up with Murang’a County in central Kenya to unlock sports, ecotourism potential

Ministry teams up with Murang’a County in central Kenya to unlock sports, ecotourism potential

Murang’a County Governor Irungu Kang’ata noted that the county government has been positioning Murang’a as an investment destination and is now beginning to see results

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