Category: Travel
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UBL Managing Director Felicite Nson (4R) receives the award from Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon Team Lead Amos Wekesa (3R), as other stakeholders look on. The Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon has received the Best International Tourism Promoter of the Year 2025 award from the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife & Antiquities. The award comes just…
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Flynas, a privately owned Saudi low-cost airline, has launched its direct Nairobi–Riyadh flight route, betting on the increasing traffic between the two destinations. ‘This new route marks the beginning of stronger diplomatic and economic ties between Kenya and Saudi Arabia. It opens fresh opportunities for travelers in Kenya and will contribute to increased tourism from…
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Aerial view of aircraft at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi. /BUSINESS DAY Air traffic control authorities worldwide have long struggled with outdated messaging systems that are costly, rigid, and unable to keep up with modern aviation demands. For Kenya, which serves as a major regional hub through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), these…
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Mogadishu (HOL) — Captain Yasmin Abdi Farah became Somalia’s first female pilot in 35 years when she was commissioned in 2022, reviving a legacy last held by pioneer Asli Hassan Abade. The 27-year-old now flies for Maandeeq Air on routes linking Mogadishu with Nairobi and cities across Somalia. Today, the 27-year-old flies for Maandeeq…
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The United States has introduced substantial increases to a wide range of immigration-related fees, including visa applications, border entry forms, and asylum filings, with most changes taking effect from October 2025. The Department of Homeland Security’s Customs and Border Protection (CBP) confirmed that the fee for the CBP Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record, used to document…
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The Mobile Consular Services initiative continues to make significant strides in serving Kenyan citizens abroad, as evidenced by the recent successful operations in various locations. Day two of the #HudumaMajuu campaign in Copenhagen, Denmark, saw a seamless provision of essential services such as birth certificates and passports for Kenyan nationals and their families. Dedicated teams…
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Visas regulate foreign nationals’ entry and stay, granting permission for specific purposes and durations under each country’s laws. Visas serve as legal authorisations issued by sovereign states to control international movement. They vary according to the traveller’s intent, with each category carrying particular rights and restrictions. Tourist visas permit travel for leisure, family visits, or…
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Getting a visa to travel abroad is one of the greatest dreams for many people. Whether it is for education, work, or visiting family, the chance to travel abroad can change someone’s life. However, the process is not always easy. Many people apply several times and keep getting rejected, no matter how carefully they prepare…
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Traveling to most European countries is about to undergo a major shift. Beginning in the last quarter of 2026, the European Union will officially implement the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) — a pre-travel screening system aimed at strengthening border security while simplifying travel for visitors from visa-exempt countries. If you’re planning a…
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki with Tourism CS Rebecca Miano at the 2025 Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE) in Nairobi./HANDOUT Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called for diversification in Kenya’s tourism offerings, urging the sector to embrace non-traditional attractions and innovative products to remain globally competitive. While acknowledging the continued appeal of Kenya’s signature wildlife safaris,…