By KALUME KAZUNGUMore by this AuthorThe hope of Lamu Old Town retaining its original state as a Unesco World Heritage Site continues to fade as tuktuks have now made their entry into the historical town. These are a form of westernisation that directly threatens the culture and heritage of Lamu Old Town. Speaking to journalists Wednesday, Lamu principal curator in charge of national monuments and Lamu world heritage site Mohamed Ali Mwenje termed the introduction of automobiles in Lamu Town a major challenge in its preservation as a historical site. “We’re proud of Lamu Old Town which was listed by Unesco as a heritage site due to its well-preserved culture and heritage spanning decades. They should not be allowed to operate in the town centre but rather on the outskirts of the old town.

Source: Daily Nation January 15, 2020 09:00 UTC