On Friday, May 30, 2025, the Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA) hosted a Gala Dinner and Accreditation Award Ceremony at PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort in Mombasa, honouring top tourism enterprises within Kenya’s Coastal Circuit for their outstanding service, professionalism, and compliance.
The Kenya Association of Travel Agents (KATA) was represented at the prestigious event by Coast Executive Officer Joan Wande, who joined government officials and industry leaders in recognizing the efforts of accredited tourism operators.
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KATA extended its heartfelt congratulations to all the award recipients and commended TRA for organizing an impactful event that reinforces the importance of quality assurance in tourism.
The association reiterated its commitment to working closely with TRA and other stakeholders to raise service standards, support sustainable tourism, and strengthen Kenya’s competitiveness as a world-class destination.
Earlier the same day in Nairobi, KATA members, including Moses Ochieng of Vista Voyage Travel, paid a courtesy call to Uganda’s High Commissioner to Kenya, H.E. Ambassador Paul Mukumbya.
The visit focused on reviewing progress since last year’s successful Kenya-Uganda Familiarization Trip and exploring further collaboration in regional tourism promotion and training. KATA continues to reaffirm its commitment to cross-border partnerships that elevate professional standards and enhance East Africa’s tourism competitiveness.
