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Western Kenya rides Obama wave |
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A new tourism association was formed recently in Kisumu, Kenya bringing together the Kisumu city council, hotels, restaurants, lodges, local safari operators, curio sellers, and local guides to promote new safari circuits in this part of Kenya, hitherto somewhat neglected by the mainstream tourism activities. The Lake Victoria Tourism Association is planning a three-day tourism exhibition some time in May to bring buyers and other interested parties to Kisumu’s fair ground. The area has become globally known as the paternal home of US President Obama’s father, and the tourism sector is trying to cash in on increased visits of curious fans. Besides this newly-found attraction in the area, there are, however, several national parks and game reserves within easy visiting distance from Kisumu, putting tourism in western Kenya on a sound footing beyond the Obama presidency.
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