Tourism is Kenya’s best bet to accelerate economic growth, President William Ruto has said.
The President pointed out that Kenya will continue to provide a conducive environment to market the country as a top tourist destination to spur foreign investment and stimulate economic growth.
He noted that the country’s revenue from tourism increased to about KSh450 billion in 2024, saying the sector has created job opportunities for many Kenyans.
“We are investing in quality infrastructure, engaging in strategic marketing and enriching offers and experiences to sustainably drive our tourism numbers,” President Ruto said.
He explained that the country targets to welcome five million tourists by 2027 up from 2.4 million in 2024.
The President made the remarks when he welcomed cruise ship Norwegian Dawn at the Port of Mombasa on Sunday.
The 294-metre long passenger vessel had 2,200 tourists and more than 1,000 crew members on board.
President Ruto pointed out that Kenya has unique tourism features, adding that many countries in the world cannot match what the country offers.
He singled out the Kenyan Coast’s pristine beaches, resourceful national parks and game reserves, physical features, and thriving cultures from various communities as some of the unique nature that makes the country the best tourists’ destination in the world.
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