Kenya spruces up western tourism circuit as it diversifies products in drive to pull in four million international tourists

Kenya spruces up western tourism circuit as it diversifies products in drive to pull in four million international tourists

As part of World Tourism Week 2025, whose climax is celebrated every September 27 the county government took stakeholders and journalists on a daylong tour to uncover and celebrate these yet-to-be exploited treasures, offering these local tourists an opportunity to experience these new gems in the Kisumu county.

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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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Africa told to develop tourism industry for increased foreign exchange earnings

Africa told to develop tourism industry for increased foreign exchange earnings

More than 70 per cent of Sub-Saharan Africa’s population is under 30, giving countries like Kenya the chance to build youth-driven platforms such as booking apps, mobile phone payments and virtual tours that can connect local operators with global markets.

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Sun and beach: Bump in coast tourism is critical to Kenya’s economy, cabinet secretary says

Sun and beach: Bump in coast tourism is critical to Kenya’s economy, cabinet secretary says

Kenya Tourism Board Chair Francis Gichaba underscored the coast’s diverse assets, including marine parks, Swahili architecture and historic towns such as Lamu, Malindi and Watamu.

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Two men arrested with adult male giraffe meat as Kenya’s game parks report rise in poaching

Two men arrested with adult male giraffe meat as Kenya’s game parks report rise in poaching

The suspects, identified as Maxim Mutunga, 52, and Patrick Nyamasyo, 27, from Mutiyambua Location in Makueni County, were also found with two motorcycles, a knife, panga and a spotlight believed to have been used in the poaching incident.

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More Tanzanians and Uganda visiting Kenya as East African nation targets five million tourists

More Tanzanians and Uganda visiting Kenya as East African nation targets five million tourists

Governor Abdulswamad Nassir lauded the Mombasa Tourism Council for revitalising tourism. He noted that the county has lined up several events heading into the December season.

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Kenya’s rhino numbers rise but poaching threats remain due to staggering demand for horns

Kenya’s rhino numbers rise but poaching threats remain due to staggering demand for horns

The report states that each new calf is a symbol of hope and a proof that holistic, inclusive conservation model, is delivering real, tangible results and triumphs, resulting from decades of dedicated work and to the unwavering support of likeminded stakeholders.

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Excitement upswings on Kenyan coast ahead tourism peak season after launch of urban commuter railway service

Excitement upswings on Kenyan coast ahead tourism peak season after launch of urban commuter railway service

According to Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir, the government has invested significantly in this last-mile connector to ensure that customers arriving at the SGR station are able to get seamless connections to the Island.

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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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Kenya: Regional governments lobby for bigger slice of Tourism Promotion Fund billions 

Kenya: Regional governments lobby for bigger slice of Tourism Promotion Fund billions 

The county government in conjunction with the National Museums of Kenya has independently mapped out and documented over 30 heritage sites within the county. Some of them include Dedan Kimathi Kahiga-ini site-where Mau war veteran, Kimathi was shot and captured by British soldiers on October 21, 1956; Kangubiri Detention Camp, which served as a detention camp and was used as a screening and interrogation centre for Mau detainees and the Tree Tops Lodge where the longest serving British monarch, the late Queen Elizabeth was staying in 1952 when she ascended to the throne.

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