By KALUME KAZUNGUMore by this AuthorThe 17th edition of the Lamu Cultural Festival entered its second day yesterday with hoteliers, boat operators, small-scale traders and fishermen recording a boost in profits. This is due to continued arrival of guests in the town for the event, overwhelming business people in Lamu Old Town – a Unesco World Heritage Site – with huge demands. The festival is an annual event to showcase the rich culture and heritage of the Swahili people. MORE GUESTSBusiness people interviewed by the Nation were optimistic more guests will arrive on the island especially towards the end of the festival. “Despite the low turnout of guests this year, we are looking forward to good tidings by the end of the festival on Sunday,” said Mr Kamau.

Source: Daily Nation November 17, 2017 18:56 UTC