TRAVEL TUESDAYS

integration of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) and Peacebuilding (PB). Travel Tuesdays with Kinana Munene Nairobi, 2nd April 2026. From March 30th to April 2nd, 2026, the serene setting of the Golden Tulip Hotel in Nairobi became a hub of dialogue, learning, and collaboration as stakeholders gathered for a transformative four-day training on the integration of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) and Peacebuilding (PB). The conference brought together a diverse group of participants representing key institutions, including the Nairobi County Health Office, Probation Aftercare Service Partnerships Unit, Rural Women Peace Link, Inter-Religious Council of Kenya, Tegla Loroupe Peace Foundation, University of Nairobi, Kenya National Commission on Human Rights, and multiple state departments including Gender and Affirmative Action, Children Services, and Correctional Services. Understanding the Nexus At the heart of the training was a shared objective: to deepen unde...

The Water sports haven  Endalo Campsite & Hotel  in Sagana There is a moment on the Sagana River when the raft pauses just briefly before the water drops away beneath you. The roar builds, paddles tighten in nervous anticipation, and then, suddenly, you are swallowed by white foam, spinning through the wild heart of Kenya’s most underrated adventure. Welcome to Sagana, where water is not just a resource, but a sport, a livelihood, and a growing frontier for Kenya’s tourism story. The Rise of River Sports in Kenya For decades, Kenya’s global image has been anchored in sweeping savannahs and iconic wildlife. But just 95 kilometres from Nairobi, another narrative is unfolding, one powered by rapids, adrenaline, and a new generation of outdoor enthusiasts. The Sagana stretch of the Tana River has quietly evolved into East Africa’s premier inland water sports destination. Here, the river offers up to 16 kilometres of white-water action, with rapids reaching Grade V during...

  TOURISM CS HON REBECCA MIANO OFFICIALLY LAUNCHING THE EVENT Nairobi, December 11, 2025  by Kinana Munene Kenya’s vibrant tourism industry was feted Thursday night at the inaugural Tourism Excellence Awards , held at the Tsavo Ballroom, Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) . The prestigious ceremony brought together policymakers, industry leaders, creatives, and entrepreneurs to recognize outstanding contributions shaping the future of tourism in Kenya. The event was organised by Tourism Regulation Authority. The gala was graced by Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife, Hon. Rebecca Miano , alongside Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura , underscoring the government’s commitment to supporting innovation, sustainability, and excellence within the sector. In her keynote address, Hon. Miano applauded stakeholders for their resilience and creativity, noting that tourism remains a key pillar of Kenya’s economy. She emphasized the importance of community involveme...