From stopover to gateway: how Kenya’s SGR is reshaping Voi

The railway has connected the beaches of the Indian Ocean with Kenya's vast wilderness, transformed a once-quiet stopover town into the gateway to one of Africa's best-known national parks, and offered young travelers from around the world a memorable introduction to the country'..

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Kenya's Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) is transforming Voi from a mere stopover into a significant tourism gateway, enhancing connectivity and boosting the local economy.

The SGR has made it significantly easier for tourists to combine the Kenyan coastline, wildlife, and capital city in a single itinerary.
This transformation is highlighted by the experience of young traveler Ali Khan from India, who used the SGR for his journey.
Local businesses and hotels near Tsavo National Park have seen visitor numbers increase by approximately 40 percent, largely

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