Over 3000 tourists have flocked Kilifi County for the annual New Year Festival that ends today. The festival is the first in Africa to host a Carbon Neutral Festival, to minimise emissions through comprehensive environmental efforts. According to Kilifi County Tourism director Hassan Sumba, tourists get to enjoy what Kilifi has to offer including heritage sites, beaches, culture, and art. "Every year, thousands of visitors and tourist arrivals from all over the world to attend the Kilifi New Year Festival. On her part, Kilifi Festival marketing manager Chia Kayanda said the festival has boosted local businesses by ten times their regular income, making the economy flourish.

Source: The Star January 02, 2020 00:56 UTC