MESSAGE FROM THE PUBLISHER
As we present the First Quarter 2026 Sustainable Tourism Issue, we do so at a defining moment for Kenya, Africa, and the global tourism industry. Sustainability is no longer a parallel conversation in tourism— it is now the central pillar upon which the future of travel, conservation, community development, and economic resilience must be built. This special issue is both a reflection of that reality and a bold declaration of intent.
This edition has been carefully curated to coincide with the International Sustainable Green Tourism Convention & Exhibition 2026, the first international tourism
conference to be staged in the wild, set against the iconic landscapes of Amboseli. The choice of venue, format, and experience is deliberate.
From open-air plenaries to evening bonfire dialogues that culminate in what we have termed the Bonfire Resolutions, this issue mirrors a gathering that departs from the norm— one that invites deeper reflection, authentic engagement, and grounded action.