November 26, 2023
Kenya: 'It Will Kill Tourism' - Shaken Tourists Say After Pinewood Beach Resort Attack
"I have never seen anything like that," those were the words of a tourist from the United Kingdom, after he was caught up in the attack staged by armed goons at the Pinewood Beach… Read more »
Kenya: Panic as Guests, Staff Attacked at Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa
Fear has gripped staff at Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa in Diani, Kwale County, after several of their colleagues sustained injuries after an attack by armed goons. Read more »
November 23, 2023
East Africa: Mutua Urges Single EAC Tourism Circuit to Grow Tourist Numbers
Tourism Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua says there is a need for the East African Community to foster a single regional tourism circuit to become Africa's leading sustainable… 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 »
November 09, 2023
Kenya: SGR Fully Booked Ahead of Christmas Celebrations
The Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) passenger service between Nairobi and Mombasa is fully booked ahead of the Christmas celebrations when people travel home as well as for tourism… Read more »
November 05, 2023
Kenya: Nairobi Named World's Best City to Visit in 2024
Nairobi has achieved global recognition as the top city to visit in 2024, according to an announcement by United States-based travel agency Lonely Planet. Read more »
November 02, 2023
Kenya: KRA Says Travelers' Used Personal Items Are Exempt From Custom Duties
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has said that travelers using personal items or effects are exempt from custom duties. 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 »
October 03, 2023
Kenya: Govt Halts Non-Essential Foreign Travel for State Officers
The Chief of Staff in the office of the President Felix Koskei has announced the suspension of unnecessary foreign trips by government officers. Read more »
October 01, 2023
Kenya: Mudavadi Lauds National Govt, Counties Collaboration to Boost Tourism
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has lauded the collaboration between county and national governments in efforts to boost tourism in the country. Read more »
September 18, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Targets Asian Golfers to Grow Visitor Arrivals
Kenya is relying on Malaysian golfers to grow its tourism market share from the Asian market that has continued to grow in the recent past. 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 »
August 16, 2023
Kenya: Kenya's Tourism Earnings Surge 32% to U.S.$809 Million in First Quarter
Kenya earned a total of Sh116.2 billion from the tourism sector in the first half of the year to June, buoyed by a rising number of arrivals. 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 21, 2023
Kenya: Tourist Arrivals Up 35% to 680,000 in January-May
Tourist arrivals in Kenya increased by 35 percent to 680,000 between January and May this year, compared to a similar period in 2022, as the sector rebounds from Covid-19's induced… 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 29, 2023
Kenya: Zambia Seeks to Attract Kenyan Tourists Through a New Deal
Kenya and Zambia have forged a partnership to boost tourism activities in both countries. Read more »
June 27, 2023
Kenya: Hoteliers Welcome Indigo Airline's Direct Route to Nairobi, Confident of More Business
Hoteliers have welcomed the announcement by Indian budget airline IndiGo for an entry into Kenya. Read more »
June 26, 2023
Kenya: Ticketsasa Introduces Installment Payment for Holidays, Travels
Ticketsasa, a ticketing platform in Kenya, has unveiled JazaJaza, a payment plan that makes it easier for travellers to plan and book their dream vacations. Read more »