IFRA/BIEA conference room

Programme

Chair: Prof. Bob Wishitemi, D.V.C. Moi University

Speakers: Prof. Jean Rieucau*, Université Lyon 2 (France) and
Dr. Damiannah Kieti, Moi University
Presentations by PhD caditates

Debate

* His presentation will be in French, supported by a powerpoint presentation in English, the debate will be in english
Abstract

Domestic tourism is a growing industry in Kenya (30% of the yearly touristic national takings) and constitutes already the main frequentation of some of the National Parks (53% of the visitors in Nakuru). For Kenyan authorities, domestic tourism seems to be useful as it may facilitate ethnical understanding and develop national pride and cohesion. In the process of selection of national monuments, the National Museums of Kenya have tried to promote the ethno-cultural diversity of the country. This new touristic development strategy of Kenyan institutions questions strongly the social sciences in relation to free time, leisure and touristic mobility of the Sub-Saharan populations.