January 25
Kenya: Kenya Elected to Chair United Nations World Tourism Organization for Three Years
Kenya has been elected to chair the United Nations World Tourism Organization's (UNWTO) Committee on Tourism and Competitiveness, solidifying its position as a leader in the global… Read more »
January 12
Kenya: President Ruto Urges Kenyans Not to Allow Anyone to Derail Their Home Ownership Dreams
President William Ruto has urged Kenyans not to allow anyone to derail their home ownership dreams. Read more »
November 14, 2023
Kenya: 2nd Kenya-Uganda Coast Tourism Conference Kicks Off in Diani
Senior officials from Kenya and Uganda are meeting in Diani, Kwale County, to explore partnerships geared at promoting tourism in the region. Read more »
October 26, 2023
Kenya: Govt Urges Private Sector to Maximise Potential in Tourism Sector
The government wants private players in the tourism sector take a lead role in coming up with strategies to maximise the potential the sector has in the economy. Read more »
October 24, 2023
Kenya: Tourism Industry Braces for Significant Boost With Anticipated UK Royal Visit
The announcement of the upcoming visit by Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla toKenya has been described as a major boost to the tourism sector. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Tourism Industry Set for Major Boost Ahead of UK's Royal Family Visit
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) expects a major boost in Kenya's tourism sector ahead of Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla's visit to Kenya. Read more »
October 04, 2023
Kenya: Only 400 Out of 40,000 Kenyan Airbnbs Registered
A handful of Airbnbs are registered by the government, denying the country millions of shillings through Tourism Levy. Read more »
September 13, 2023
East Africa: Kenya Set to Host Regional Tourism Expo in November
It is Kenya's turn to host the 3rd edition of the East Africa Regional Tourism Expo (EARTE) slated for November as the country roots for regional tourism. Read more »
September 11, 2023
Kenya: Anti-Government Demos Pushed Up Healthcare Expenses, New Report Reveals
Opposition-led civil unrest that occurred between the months of March and July this year pushed up the cost of healthcare in the country, a new report has revealed, squeezing… Read more »
August 23, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Says Investment in Cultural Tourism Will Expand Economic Opportunities
The government is keen on promoting cultural tourism to generate more tourism revenues. Read more »
August 17, 2023
Kenya: Malonza Proposes Hotel Rooms to Be Charged Per Room Instead of Per-Person
Tourism Cabinet Secretary Peninah Malonza has proposed that hotels charge visitors per room instead of per person, as it is currently. Read more »
July 23, 2023
Kenya: Taita Taveta to Retain 50% of Revenues Raised From Tsavo National Park - Ruto
President William Ruto has acceded to a petition by Taita Taveta County to have a quota of revenues raised by the Tsavo National Park allocated to the devolved unit. Read more »
July 04, 2023
Kenya: Kenyans Urged to Embrace Local Tourism to Boost Revenue
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is urging Kenyans to embrace domestic travel, explore new experiences, and contribute to the growth of the local tourism industry. Read more »
June 05, 2023
Kenya: Govt Urged to Support Tourism Development in Siaya
Former Siaya governor, Cornel Rasanga has challenged the government to support the development of untapped tourist sites in the county. Read more »
April 04, 2023
Kenya: Tourism Sector Upbeat as Kenyans Gear Up to Celebrate Easter
The tourism sector is upbeat this week with increased hotel bookings and fully booked buses, trains, and flights as Kenyans gear up to celebrate the Easter holiday. Read more »
December 24, 2022
Kenya: Hotels in Mombasa Reap Big as Holidaymakers Flock the Coast
Beach hotels in the coastal city of Mombasa and its environs are enjoying brisk business following a rise in domestic and international holidaymakers after a two-year hiatus, due… Read more »
December 13, 2022
Kenya: Beachfront Hotels Brace for High Tourism Season
Seafront hotels in Diani Beach are bracing for the peak tourism season as holidaymakers flock back to the sandy beaches while bed occupancy increases. Read more »
November 30, 2022
Kenya: Dial *254# to Access Hustlers Fund Starting Tomorrow
Kenyans will only need to dial star 254 hash, to access Hustlers Fund starting Thursday, following its official launch by President William Ruto Read more »
November 08, 2022
Kenya: Kenya's Tourism Sector to Benefit From Unesco's Recovery Programme
Kenya is among eight countries set to benefit from the UNESCO Covid-19 crisis response programme aimed at supporting tourism recovery around World Heritage Sites. Read more »