Court Blocks New KWS Park Entry Fees
Nairobi National Park is to charge Ksh1,000 under the new park entry fees...
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The Milimani High Court has issued temporary orders blocking the Kenya Wildlife Services (KWS) from implementing new park entry fees, following a case filed by the Kenya Tourism Federation. The revised fees, which came into effect on October 1, sparked debate and were suspended on Thursday pending a hearing.
- The court allowed the prayers sought by the applicant against the State Law Office and KWS, with the case to be mentioned on November 25, 2025.
- New fees for Nairobi National Park for residents were raised from Ksh430 to Ksh1,000, while foreigners faced an increase from USD43 (Ksh5,570) to USD80 (Ksh10,360).
- The policy also introduced free entry for senior citizens aged 70 and above, as well as persons with disabilities.
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