The recent attacks have largely affected the mainland, Lamu West but most of the islands remain largely secure and peaceful. He said most hotels were still reporting increased inquiries despite the attacks in which 13 people, including five police officers, were killed. “The low-cost carriers that serve Lamu and the tarmacking of the Minjila-Mokowe road has made access to Lamu timely,” she said. Fridah Njeri, Lamu Tourism Association official and hotelier, said most hotel owners are optimistic things will remain the same in the December-March season despite concerns over security within the mainland area. Tourism stakeholders have said that Lamu lost close to Sh30 million in revenue in 2020 when the pandemic was at its peak.

Source: Standard Digital January 25, 2022 11:23 UTC