"Kenya grew stronger in 2017 as a destination brand following positive visibility... This was achieved despite a busy electioneering season that threatened to slow down tourism activities," Balala said.The Supreme Court nullified the results of the Aug. 8 presidential election, forcing a repeat poll on Oct. 26 that was boycotted by the opposition. Reduced attacks by the Somali militant group al-Shabaab has helped boost tourism. Visitor numbers and tourism earnings fell between 2012 and 2015 following a spate of attacks claimed by al-Shabaab. Balala said the sector is expected to improve further this year, helped by bigger investment and marketing of key attractions.President Uhuru Kenyatta's government wants to bring in 3 million visitors a year, according to a manifesto published when Kenyatta was first elected in early 2013.-Reuters
Kenya's tourism revenues jump 20 pct in 2017
By Respect Gwenzi, Feb 09, 2018

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