This archive report was first published on 3 July 2020.
Published on July 3, 2020, the tourism sector in Kenya is set to receive a much-needed boost with the announcement of a 50% reduction in park entry fees for both domestic and foreign tourists.
The move, unveiled by Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Najib Balala, aims to revive the sector in the wake of the crippling economic meltdown triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to the new measures, adult foreigners in the country will pay Sh1,030, their children Sh515, while non-residents will pay Sh4,300 for adults and Sh2,200 for children.
Additionally, filmmakers will also enjoy a similar discount, and a moratorium on free rent for all lodges in all gazetted Kenya Wildlife Parks has been announced.
"Let us become tourists in our own country and help rebuild our economy," Balala said, emphasizing the importance of supporting the local tourism economy.
The new measures took effect on June 1, 2020, and will remain in effect until June 2021.
