Wakanow.com launches in Kenya, as country experiences tourism boom

Wakanow Ltd, announced the launch of a localized travel portal, dubbed wakanow.co.ke, in a bid to enter into the East African travel market. The launch of wakanow.co.ke comes at a time when Kenya is experiencing a boom in International tourist arrivals.

“International tourist arrivals to Kenya increased by 16.7 per cent to 877,602, from January to December last year, cabinet secretary Najib Balala has revealed.” Reported the daily nation.

Mr Balala said international visitor numbers was sign that the tourism recovery campaigns were bearing fruit.

During the period under review, international arrivals to the country by air and sea rose to 877,602 compared to 752,073 arrivals in 2015.” The report continued.

Speaking during the launch, Mr. Obinna Ekezie the Founder and Group Managing Director of Wakanow Ltd stated that the East African market is and has always been a vital link in the African travel industry both as a vibrant inbound and outbound source of traffic.

“The strong partnerships Wakanow has had with Kenya over the years and the growth we have witnessed from this region is an indication enough that a local presence in Kenya is vital at this moment to take care of the East Africa market”, said Mr. Ekezie.

“I am particularly delighted at the prospect of bringing our travel expertise tailored for the African traveler to East Africa. From our humble beginnings in Nigeria eight years ago, we have become the best at what we do.Karibu and let’s grow the African travel industry together”, added Mr. Ekezie.

While lauding the decision taken by Wakanow to open a regional office in Kenya, the Chief Executive Officer of Kenya Tourism Board Dr. Betty Radier underlined the need to grow tourism numbers into Africa and promote intra-Africa travel.

“This is a commendable move by Wakanow. The Pay Kidogo Kidogo service will certainly be attractive for many in the region who want to plan their vacation over time”, commented Dr. Radier.