Kenya: President Ruto Defends Planned JKIA Lease to Adani Group to Boost Tourism

[ad_1] Nairobi Kenya — President William Ruto has defended plans to lease Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to Indian company Adani Group for renovations and expansion, aiming to enhance Kenya's capacity to attract 5 million tourists by 2027. Speaking at the Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2024 at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, Ruto emphasized Kenya's position as a premier tourist destination, making the proposed airport revamp a top priority. "We want to have five million tourists, and that's why we need […]

October 2, 2024 2

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Kenya: Advantage Ngara B in Div. 2 Title Race As Kanbis a Ends Season On a High

[ad_1] Nairobi — Ngara Sports Club B handlers believe Stray Lions C's loss to Wolves B over the weekend puts them in a good position to win the Nairobi Provincial Cricket Association (NPCA) title. Ngara B consolidated the NPCA 50 overs - Division 2 lead despite not touching a bat at the weekend. This is after their closest challengers for the title Stray Lions C suffered a shock 20-run loss to Wolves Cricket Club B at Viraj International Academy. Reflecting […]

October 2, 2024 2

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Kenya: Fortune Smiles On Kisumu City Stars As Tujiamini Initiative Concludes in Nyanza Region

[ad_1] OCT 1 - Kisumu City Stars triumphantly clinched the regional title at the Tujiamini Cheza Dimba contest in Kisumu on September 22, 2024, heralding a new chapter of opportunities for the team and the city. After a series of intense matches at the iconic Moi Stadium, the team outshone their rivals and secured their entry into the coveted nationwide competition, setting their sights on greater heights. The tournament kicked off with a challenging pace for the City Stars, who […]

October 1, 2024 2

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Kenya: More Trouble At KMSF As Rallies Commission Chairman Onyoni Resigns

[ad_1] Nairobi — Wrangles at the Kenya Motor Sports Federation (KMSF) are no nowhere to end soon after the Rallies Commission Chairman Richard Onyoni resigned on Friday. Onyoni cited lack of leadership from the Kenya Motorsport Federation Board Of Directors and Motorsport Council, which has led to internal wrangles, that is severely impacting their mandate to perform. "As the Chairman of the Rallies Commission and on behalf of the Rally […]

August 31, 2024 6

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Kenya Eyes Five Million Tourist Arrivals By 2027

[ad_1] Nairobi — The Ministry of Tourism is devising a new strategy to increase international tourist arrivals to five million by 2027. It seeks to achieve this through a Tembea Kenya, which will soon be launched, to boost the number from the current about 2 million arrivals yearly. Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano spoke while hosting tourism players at an event in Nairobi yesterday. "This happens mainly through participation in local and international events, campaigns, policy advocacy, and in creating […]

August 29, 2024 2

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East Africa: Kenya Champions the Free Movement of People in East Africa, but It’s Failing Immigrants and Refugees At Home

[ad_1] Kenya has played a leading role in lowering barriers to the movement of people in the east African region. It has also made huge strides in protecting Kenyan emigrants working abroad. But there are still gaps in how it creates and implements domestic immigration and employment policies. In 2023, according to the Visa Openness Report, Kenya moved up from 31st place in Africa for visa openness to 29th place out of 54 African countries. The Africa Visa Openness Index […]

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East Africa: Somalia Gives Kenya a Wide Berth As EAC Heads Launch Raila’s AU Bid

[ad_1] The East African Community officially launched Kenya's opposition leader, Raila Odinga, as its preferred candidate for the African Union Commission chairmanship on Tuesday. The event, held at Nairobi's State House and presided over by President William Ruto, saw the attendance of several regional leaders, including Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu, South Sudan's President Salva Kiir, and Rwanda's Prime Minister. Burundi was represented by a high-level delegate. However, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was notably absent, raising […]

August 28, 2024 4

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Kenya: KAA Says Measures in Place for Seamless Airport Operations Amid Talks On Workers Strike

[ad_1] Nairobi — The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) says contingency measures are in place to ensure seamless airport operations amid talks to avert workers strike set for Monday. In a statement to the press Friday, KAA emphasized its commitment to upholding high standards of service even if the planned strike takes place. "In preparation for the potential strike action scheduled for Monday, August 19, 2024, the authority has put necessary contingency measures in place to ensure that airport operations continue […]

August 16, 2024 6

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Kenya: New Tourism CS Miano Pledges to Revamp Hospitality Sector

[ad_1] Nairobi — The newly appointed Tourism Cabinet Secretary, Rebecca Miano, has set out to address the classification of local hospitality facilities to align with global standards. She assured that her ministry will collaborate with catering industry stakeholders to enhance tourism activities. Miano added that they are also keen on promoting the country's domestic and international tourism through diverse scenic attractions, including wildlife, by onboarding new investors. "The task before us at the Ministry is humongous. I'm sure that my […]

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