Tourism and Wildlife Ministry disburses $1.6m for Rimoi National Conservancy fence
The World Wildlife Day celebrations brought together conservation stakeholders, local leaders, students, and community members, who underscored the importance of protecting wildlife while ensuring communities benefit from conservation initiatives.
Hotels in Kenya’s coast region diversify into wellness tourism as demand surges
The resort now offers structured fitness activities including aqua aerobics, beach jogging and gym sessions aimed at promoting cardiovascular health and managing lifestyle-related conditions.
Kenya’s drive for five million tourists: While many counties possess unique and compelling attractions, they remain under-promoted
Tourism is a devolved opportunity. While the national government provides policy direction, international marketing and strategic coordination, the tourism products that visitors experience are located within counties.
Satellite-based mission to protect endangered Mountain Bongo in Mt Kenya, Kakamega and Aberdares forests launched
Planet Labs Chief Impact Officer Andrew Zolli said the project will focus on the need for timely and accessibility of satellite data for conservation outcomes.
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.
Kenya targets to double tourist numbers next year to fend off rising competition in East Africa
The cabinet secretary noted that boosting of tourism sector in the country, is a key enabler in job creation and economic growth.
Hotels and tour operators along Kenyan coast launch crow-free campaign to poison 800,000 birds
The council has set a fundraising target of Ksh10 million before the end of the year to sustain the control programme. A fundraising event has been scheduled for December 13 at Fort Jesus Gardens, bringing together stakeholders from the tourism, hospitality, leisure, transport and logistics sectors.
Kenya launches ‘Jamhuri Tourism, Wildlife and Heritage Week’ to power wobbly economy
Rebecca Miano appreciated Nairobi’s role in hosting the event, describing the capital as Kenya’s political, economic and tourism centre and the gateway to Magical Kenya.
Kenya embarks on robust campaign to rid the country of single-use plastics
Group Executive Director at Sila Africa and Chair of the Kenya Plastics Pact (KPP) Steering Committee Akshay Shah noted the progress achieved over the past five years in advancing circular economy principles.
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.
