Govt to expand Malindi Airport to boost tourist numbers
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 30 - The government has announced plans to expand the Malindi International Airport (MIA) to enhance air connectivity and attract more Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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The Kenyan government plans to expand Malindi International Airport (MIA) to boost tourism in the coast region and improve air connectivity. The announcement was made by Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano during the fourth Uganda-Kenya Coast Tourism Conference and Exhibition.
- The expansion aims to increase direct international flights to Malindi.
- Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano highlighted ongoing discussions with Kilifi County and National governments for the expansion.
- Previous expansion efforts in 2011 and 2012 faced challenges due to land acquisition disputes.
- Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung'aro supports the expansion, expecting it to unlock the region’s tourism potential.
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