Thoughts about kenya?

Answer 1

> were is kenya?
The Republic of Kenya is in Eastern Africa. It is bordered by Ethiopia to the north, Somalia to the east, Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, and Sudan to the northwest, with the Indian Ocean running along the southeast border.


> What is it like?
Kenya is a presidential representative democratic republic. It has considerable land area of wildlife habitat. Kenya enjoys a tropical climate. It is hot and humid at the coast, temperate inland and very dry in the north and northeast parts of the country. Kenya is a country of great ethnic diversity. Tension between the various groups accounts for many of Kenya's problems.


> why do people go there on holidays?
Kenya has great wildlife in its natural habitat. It has also got idyllic beaches. Also, ancient fossils found in Kenya attract scientists.


> what do they do on there holiday in kenya?
Wildlife safari, game viewing, Beach safari,


> why are tourists good for kenya?
* After realizing hte wildlife tourism potential, the Government of Keyna rsereved approximately 10% of the country for conservation of wildlife and biodiversity.

* The tourism sector is a major employer as it currently employs approximately over 219,000. This figure represents about 11% of the total workforce in the country. Kenya registered well over 1,000,000 visitors arrivals in 1997 while the bed capacity rose to over 73,000 beds in classified hotels. This has provided a major boost to the Kenya's hotel industry.

* Tourism is a decentralised industry capable of diversifying regional economies.

* Tourism is a relatively non-pollutant industry which if properly managed, can contribute to the conservation and promotion of our natural and cultural heritage

* Tourism is an important vehicle for promoting cultural exchanges that enhance international understanding and goodwill among peoples of the world.

* Tourism acts as a catalyst for the development of other sectors of the economy of many countries.


> what problems do tourists cause in kenya?
* Conservation of the environment and preservation of scenic beauty become difficult due to large number of tourists.

* Local customs and culture are endangered

* Human - wildlife conflict due to wildlife tourism

* Population encroachment on protected areas.

* Regulation of commercial activities along the beaches becomes difficult.

* Too much dependence on international tourists means too much dependence on foreign currency. Thus, Kenya's economy becomes more dependent on foreign countries.


> how could kenya solve these problems?
* The number of tourists entering the country annually should be regulated.

* Encroachment of wildlife areas and Hunting should not be allowed.

* Commercial activities should be regularized.

* A fraction of money gained from tourism sector should be spent on health and education sectors.


> over all doyou thnk tourism is good for kenya?
Yes, because the government is taking care of above concerns.