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Greetings!
Welcome back to our Ecotourism News Service after a two month break!
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by the discontinuation of this service since mid-April 2012. A lot of things have happened during this quiet period. Please scan the web-links below to catch up with some of the local and global news. In addition, send us an email through info@ecotourismkenya.org if you need further information, updates or more ecotourism stories.
NEWS
Highest number of college students on internship at Ecotourism Kenya
A total of eighty (80) college students of tourism and environment enrolled in the fourth intake of the Leadership and Mentorship Program (May - July 2012). They began their 12-week internship on 5th May 2012. The induction training for the large group was done in three training sessions. The students came from 7 universities namely (Egerton, Kenyatta, Nairobi, Moi, Makerere, and Mount Kenya) and 5 colleges (Amboseli Institute, Nairobi Aviation College, Kenya Polytechnic and Kenya Institute of Professional Studies).
The students are attached at various organizations and companies, including: Ecotourism Kenya (Nairobi and Ukunda Offices), Empaash Conservancy, Exclusive Eco-Travels, Funju Ecotourism, Gosana Nature Reserve, Kakamega Environment Education Program (KEEP), Kaya Kinondo Conservation and Development Group, Kaya Muhaka Forest Conservation Organization, Lake Naivasha Nature Club, Mlilo Eco-tours, Mount Suswa Conservancy, Msambweni Turtle and Marine Conservation Group, Muchiri's Resort in Ndakaini, Mwanakaviri Community Campsite, Otenyo Cultural Group, Shimoni Slave Caves, Statunga Ecotours, Lake Victoria Sunset Birders, and Netbon Ecotourism.
We wish to thank each organization for providing internship opportunities to the students. Application deadline for the next 5th Intake (September - November 2012) is 15th July 2012. Please let us know if you would like to host a student during the 5th intake by contacting Ms. Phoebe Munyoro or Terriyann Mutindi on mentorship@ecotourismkenya.org, call 0726 366 080 or 020 257 4059, or visit www.ecotourismkenya.org//page.php?id=9 ("Get Involved" tab) for more information.
Eco-rated Facilities increase in number
While things seemed quiet, the Ecotourism Standards and Best Practices program was busy assessing for ecotourism compliance in tourism hotels, lodges and luxury camps throughout the country!
By May 30th, 2012, the number of valid eco-rated facilities had increased from 42 facilities to 60 facilities. Assessment reports for an additional 20 facilities, compiled between March and May 2012, are being reviewed by the Eco-rating Technical committee. We wish to thank those of you, who submitted useful information to consider in assessing several tourist facilities in Masai Mara, Samburu and Buffalo Springs National Reserves.
World Environment Day Competition in Mombasa
The Mombasa Rowing and Canoe Club (MRCC) marked the annual World Environment Day (WED), celebrated every 5th of June, by holding a competition and fun day at Tudor Creek on Saturday 2nd June 2012. The competition aimed at standing up against marine pollution by cleaning up the creek, which provides a breeding ground for fish and a habitat for mangroves, and whose waters flow into Kenya's world-renown beaches. MRCC invited individuals and corporate companies to participate in the event, in teams of 22 people. The teams collected, classified and weighed non-organic garbage at various points along the creek, with prizes awarded according to the various categories of collection. For more information please Contact Seif Patwa (Secretary General, MRCC) on +254 722 421 577
Kenya Tourism Awards (KETA) 2012
The Kenya Tourism Federation (KTF) in partnership with the Kenya Tourist Board (KTB) cordially invites you to the 2nd Kenya Tourism Awards Gala to be held on Friday 22nd June 2012 at the Carnivore Restaurant Nairobi starting 6:30pm. Tickets are retailing at Kshs.5, 000/= per person and corporate tables of 10 at Kshs.50, 000/=. To make a reservation contact Susan Ongalo on 0722 745645, 0738617499 or email awards@ktf.co.ke. For more details on KETA visit www.tourismawards.or.ke
OPPORTUNITIES
Community and Conservation Coordinator - Turtle Bay Beach Club
The renowned Turtle Bay Beach Club, situated in Watamu at the Kenyan coast, is looking for a person to fill in the role of a Community and Conservation Coordinator. The Coordinator's main tasks include monitoring resource consumption and waste management within the hotel, plus the development & marketing of community and conservation-based programmes.
Education requirements - a minimum of a university degree, in Environmental Planning and Management, Community Development, Environmental Sciences or other related fields.
Professional experience in environmental & conservation management, projects management, community development and empowerment and sustainable tourism will also be considered.
The person also needs to be computer literate, fluent in Kiswahili and English (German is an added advantage), and possess excellent communication, interpersonal and accounting skills.
If you are interested please send a letter of interest plus your CV to damian@turtlebay.co.ke
Cycle 2 - Call for Youth, Private Sector-based Training and Internship Program
Through the Kenya Youth Empowerment Project (KYEP), the Government of Kenya has appointed the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) to provide training and internships in the private sector for approximately 11000 youth, over a period of 4 years. This programme is divided into 8 cycles, with the first having been completed in Nairobi.
KEPSA is currently receiving applications from youth who wish to participate in the 2nd cycle of the KYEP Training and Internship programme, which is to take place in Nairobi and Mombasa counties ONLY. The deadline for application is on Friday 25th May 2012. Click on the link for more details, on the Call For Youth application process and requirements.
Kenya Wildlife Conservation & Ecotourism Volunteer
Upcoming events
12th to 18 June 2012- Kenya Tourism Board MDR Summit.
KTB willhost the annual MDR Summit from 12th to 18th June 2012. The key objective of the summit will be share strategic direction with the MDRs and share performance and current issues in the markets with key stakeholders through interactive forums. For more information and attendance, contact Betty Ingwe at ingwe@ktb.go.ke
3rd Reminder: International Conference on Seizing Tourism Market Opportunities in Times of Rapid Change.
The deadline is fast approaching, register for the International Conference on Seizing Tourism Market Opportunities in Times of Rapid Change. For more details, please Click Here.
RECENTLY-PUBLISHED USEFUL RESOURCES
Mobilizing Resources for Wildlife Conservation in Kenya beyond the 21st Century
Positive and Negative Effects of Tourism in Africa
The Kenya Wildlife Service in the 21st Century: Protecting Globally Significant Areas and Resources
Stopping the Tide of Poaching in Kenya
CSIKenya - Forensics Lab to Solve Animal Crimes
KENYA TOURISM NEWS
Kenya Airways eyes more destinations in Africa
Sex tourism in Kenyan Coast exposed
KWS defends relocation of cheetah cubs
Ivory Poachers Hide Behind State-Created Shell Companies
Elephant Underpass Reuniting Kenya Herds
South Africa set to be Kenya's fastest growing tourist market
Kenya lacks enough hotel beds - report
Tanzania Women in Tourism Form Body
As Kenya slumbers, SA scales up tourism drive
Kenya to market tourism products in South Africa
Kenya to showcase its diverse tourism products in South Africa
Kenya Airways Says 'Namaste New Delhi!'
SA beating Kenya in battle for visitors
Tourism industry records growth
Kenya to host WITIA 2012 Tour
Marketing destination Kenya
Explicit film on Kenyan beach boys hits Cannes
Kenya to host World Travel Awards Africa and Indian Ocean Gala
Poverty tours: A learning experience or simply gawking?
Kenya Airways launches Nairobi - Kilimanjaro route
KAA to Sponsor Kenya Tourism Awards
Kenya's tourism earnings to dip after a year of plenty
Tourist arrivals decline by 0.5 per cent in the first quarter
President Appointed UN Tourism Ambassador
Kenya on quest for visitors from UAE
Kenya airways direct flight to New Delhi
Foreign Media Soiling Image, Say Tourism Stakeholders in Coast
Tourism declines slightly amid security fears, travel advisories
Kenya tourist arrivals drop marginally amid security fears
World Travel Awards (WTA)
Kenyan hotel owners blame polls for low bookings
Investors urge State to beef up security to improve tourism
Virgin Atlantic halts flight service to Kenya, blaming fall in passengers and rising fuel bill
Global Ecotourism News
Eco Tourism in the Cape Wine Lands - South Africa
Jungle Ecotourism- 4 eco-conscious excursions in Jamaica
Discover a slice of rural life hidden in the Chouf
The attraction of migration
Eco-tourism gets a fillip, wellness centres, cycling tracks planned
Encounters with a cheekpadder
Mexico-Indigenous thrive with Ecotourism program
Around Louisiana-Ecotourism grant adds 3 canoe trails to Delta region
Register Now For The 2012 Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference
Ecotourism devt key for economic growth: Ethiopian scholar
Three Ecotourism Hot Spots in Malaysia
Get a Puerto Princesa Package and Support EcoTourism
Gambia - Responsible Tourism
Ecotourism project brings 3 NE La. canoeing trails
What Role Does Ecotourism Play on Mount Everest?
JK govt develops Dera Ki Gali as eco-tourism spot
Ecotourism at North Carolina's Crystal Coast
JK to have Eco-Tourism development board soon
HUF 500 million ecotourism development starts at south Hungary lake
Murghab Ecotourism Association (META)
As always we value your feedback, comments and suggestions.
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