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Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Kenyan press · Person

June Chepkemei

Also known as: Ms June Chepkemei

2026-04-302026-09-15

In coverage

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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    The agreement was signed by Esports Kenya president Ronny Lusigi, KTB chief executive officer June Chepkemei and GEF President Sir Paul Foster who was in the country earlier this week at the KTB headquarters in Nairobi.

    Kenya turns to esports to boost tourism on global stage
  3. Citizen Digital

    Kenya Tourism Board CEO June Chepkemei reinforced this perspective, noting that marketers must view themselves as demand architects overseeing the complete customer journey rather than simple product communicators.

    Marketers urged to take action in shaping Kenya's economic growth
  4. The Standard

    Kenya Tourism Board CEO June Chepkemei challenged marketers to consider the entire customer journey rather than focus on campaigns.

    Forget campaigns, marketers told to design growth
  5. July 2026
  6. The Standard

    Speaking during the launch of the expo in Nairobi, Kenya Tourism Board Chief Executive June Chepkemei said the event has become a strategic platform for connecting tourism businesses, attracting investment and expanding Kenya's global tourism market.

    Kenya eyes 5m visitors as Magical Kenya travel expo targets record attendance
  7. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeKTB CEO June Chepkemei (left) presents a certificate of recognition to Lydia Kimani of Sawela Lodges during the Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE) 2026 Partners' breakfast in Nairobi.

    Magical Kenya Travel Expo attracts 10,000 delegates
  8. The Standard

    The KTB Chief Executive Officer (CEO), June Chepkemei, said that currently Kenya has a record 8 million tourists, including 5.2 million domestic tourists and 2.7 million foreign tourists.

    Kilifi leaders push for payment of squatters to pave way for Malindi airport expansion
  9. June 2026
  10. Citizen Digital

    Kenya Tourism Board CEO June Chepkemei said the WTTC findings affirm Kenya's tourism performance and the sector's growing economic contribution.

    Kenya urged to improve air connectivity to unlock tourism growth
  11. The Standard

    d the recent Gen Z demonstrations, saying international media coverage created the impression that the entire country was unsafe despite the protests being largely confined to Nairobi's Central Business District.Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) chief executive officer, Ms June Chepkemei

    PS to media: Think of tourism sector as you report on Ebola
  12. May 2026
  13. Citizen Digital

    Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) CEO June Chepkemei said the collaboration combines public sector destination marketing efforts with private sector expertise to strengthen Kenya’s competitiveness in the continental business tourism market.

    CPF Group enters partnership to boost Kenya’s MICE sector
  14. Citizen Digital

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    Sebastian Sawe offered holiday tour by KTB

Saturday 12 September

  1. Kenya partners on esports to promote tourism globally

    The Esports Kenya Federation, Kenya Tourism Board, and Global Esports Federation have partnered to leverage esports and video gaming to promote Kenya as a tourism destination, with the Magical Kenya brand to be integrated into international esports events and featured on the Esports Kenya National Team's jerseys.

    12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 11 September

  1. Marketers must prioritize data-driven strategies for Kenya's growth

    The Marketing Society of Kenya has urged marketing professionals to shift toward data-driven strategies, customer trust, and measurable business outcomes rather than simple promotional campaigns to drive the nation's economic expansion. Industry leaders emphasized at the MSK Annual Conference in Mombasa that growth must be deliberately designed around customer understanding and technological integration.

    11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Marketers urged to use data and strategy for economic growth

    At the Marketing Society of Kenya's annual conference in Mombasa, marketing professionals were challenged to move beyond campaigns and use data, technology and customer insight to drive measurable business results and Kenya's economic growth. Senior leaders emphasized that growth must be deliberately designed around customer understanding, clear value propositions, and the connection of creativity, technology and commercial outcomes.

    11 September 2026 · The Standard

Friday 31 July

  1. Kenya hosts travel expo aiming for five million visitors by 2027

    Kenya is hosting the 16th Magical Kenya Travel Expo in October with over 10,000 delegates from 40 countries and more than 400 exhibitors, as part of efforts to reach a target of five million international arrivals by the end of 2027. The event is expected to be the largest edition since inception, with attendance up nearly 30 per cent from last year.

    31 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 30 July

  1. Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2026 expects 10,000 delegates

    Kenya will host more than 10,000 delegates from 40 countries at the 16th edition of the Magical Kenya Travel Expo in October 2026, with over 400 exhibitors and 250 international buyers, marking the event's largest attendance yet as the country targets 5 million tourists by end of 2027.

    30 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 8 July

  1. Kilifi leaders urge government to pay squatters for airport expansion

    County leaders including Senator Stewart Madzayo and MP Amina Mnyazi are calling for the government to compensate squatters and landowners displaced by Malindi International Airport expansion plans. Affected residents are demanding Sh2.5 billion in compensation after eviction, with the matter pending before courts and the Land Acquisition Tribunal.

    8 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 17 June

  1. WTTC urges Kenya to improve air connectivity for tourism growth

    The World Travel & Tourism Council says Kenya can attract more tourists, boost earnings and create jobs by improving air connectivity, attracting investment and diversifying tourism products. WTTC President Claudia Guevara noted that Africa's tourism sector grew 5 percent last year, contributing $226 billion to the continent's economy, with Kenya ranking fourth in Africa in international visitor spending.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Kenya officials caution media on Ebola reporting impact

    Tourism and government officials have warned against sensational reporting on Ebola, citing misinformation causing unnecessary travel cancellations and threatening the country's tourism sector recovery. The Tourism Principal Secretary assured that Kenya is Ebola-free and urged journalists to prioritise factual, contextual reporting.

    9 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 19 May

  1. CPF Group partners to strengthen Kenya's conference tourism sector

    CPF Group has partnered with Afriventia Group and Kenya Tourism Board to boost Kenya's MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) sector through destination marketing, event development, and strategic promotion, leveraging infrastructure projects like Bomas of Kenya's redevelopment and Talanta Stadium construction to attract international conferences and business events.

    19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 1 May

  1. Marathon world record holder Sawe offered luxury holiday by KTB

    Sebastian Sawe, who became the first person to break the two-hour barrier in a marathon with a time of 1:59:30 at the London Marathon, has been offered a fully sponsored four-night luxury getaway called the "Champion's Retreat" at a Kenyan destination of his choice by the Kenya Tourism Board.

    1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 30 April

  1. Canadian tree planter attempts 40,000 mangrove record in Mombasa

    Antoine Moses, a Canadian who holds the Guinness World Record for planting the most terrestrial trees in 24 hours, is attempting a new record by planting 40,000 mangroves in 24 hours in Mombasa, coordinating with tidal shifts to plant as water retreats and focusing on mangroves as coastal buffers.

    30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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