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June 25, 2026

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Tourism boon as visitor arrivals up 11pc in first quarter

Visitor arrivals signal continued momentum in Kenya's tourism and travel sector. The rise in visitor numbers adds to signs of resilience in the tourism sector...

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Kenya's tourism sector is experiencing a significant boost with visitor arrivals increasing by 11% in the first quarter of 2026. This growth signifies a resilient and expanding travel market for the country.

International visitor arrivals reached 653,919 between January and March, up from 589,285 in the same period last year.
Key players include Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), and various international airlines such as Emirates, Flydubai, and Kenya Airways.
The surge is attributed to increased connectivity, particularly from the Middle East, with new and expanded flight frequencies from destinations like Doha and Bahrain.

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