KWS in bid to market Kenya’s historical sites

The Kenya Wildlife Services has launched an ambitious campaign to promote tourism by marketing the unexploited historical sites. Muraya Githinji, a KWS tourism officer, says there are many historical sites in the country that have not been marketed and there is need to explore them.

Tanapa to reward poaching tip-offs

The Tanzania National Park (Tanapa) has announced an incentive for people who will provide confidential information leading the authority to arrest those involved in poaching in the national parks.

Routes Africa officially handed over to Uganda

After a successful Routes Africa, the joint hosts of the 2012 event, the Seychelles Tourism Board and the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority, have officially handed over the Civil Aviation Authority of Uganda, and their main airport, Entebbe International  who will be the host destination and main airport of Routes Africa 2013.

Brand Kenya taps on London Olympics

NAIROBI, Kenya – The Brand Kenya Board has launched a campaign to market Kenya during the forthcoming London Olympics.

Uganda welcomes Chinese investment

Uganda is embracing more and more Chinese investments, especially in industry, agricultural processing and tourism infrastructure, said Madibo Charles Wagidoso, ambassador of Uganda to China during a recent exclusive interview.

Kenya Airways Rallies Most in More Than 4 Years

Kenya Airways Ltd (KNAL), sub-Saharan Africa’s third-biggest airline, rallied the most in more than four years, climbing for a fifth day after agreeing a financing deal for the purchase of aircraft.

Lake Victoria Basin stakeholders to abide by laws

Participants attending the 3rd Lake Victoria Basin Stakeholders Forum this week resolved to promote compliance to existing laws and regulations in order to realise sustainable development in the basin.

Rwanda: Tourism College Attains Full Varsity Status

The Rwanda Tourism University College (RTUC) has finally got full accreditation from the National Council for Higher Education to offer Bachelors Degree courses.

Tanzania arrests five over safari tourist killing

Tanzanian police have arrested five people in connection with the killing of a Dutch tourist and the manager of a safari lodge in the famous Serengeti national park, officials said Saturday.

Kenya: Ministry looking at master plan to boost tourism arrivals

The Kenyan government on Friday challenged tourism stakeholders to set up a master plan for the sector to enable the industry to operate in a more focused manner.