Overview
- Act: Tourism Act, 2011
- Formed: 2011
- CEO: David G. Gitonga
The Tourism Research Institute and Monitoring Mechanism, established under the Tourism Act of 2011, operates within Kenya’s tourism sector to enhance research and data collection. Its mandate includes promoting sustainable tourism development by providing empirical evidence for policy formulation and decision-making. The institute conducts research on tourism trends, visitor behavior, and industry performance, offering insights to stakeholders. It also monitors tourism activities and evaluates the effectiveness of policies and strategies. By fostering collaboration among government, industry, and academia, the institute aims to strengthen the quality and competitiveness of Kenya’s tourism sector.
CEO: David G. Gitonga
David Gitonga holds a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management and a Master’s degree in Business Administration. He has
extensive experience in tourism research and policy development, having worked with various stakeholders to enhance the tourism sector’s growth and sustainability.
Management Team
David G.Gitonga
CEO
Dr. Edwin Wamala
Director of Research
Raphael M. Karanja
Director of Corporate Services
Eunice M. Nyabera
Director of Planning and Development
David O. Karanja
Director of Monitoring and Evaluation
John M. Mutuma
Director of Human Resource and Administration
Functions
- Research and Data Collection: Conduct comprehensive research on tourism trends, patterns, and visitor demographics.
- Policy Development Support: Provide empirical evidence to inform policy formulation and decision-making in the tourism sector.
- Performance Monitoring: Assess and evaluate the performance of the tourism industry and its various segments.
- Sustainable Tourism Promotion: Advocate for sustainable tourism practices that benefit local communities and the environment.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate collaboration between government, industry players, and academic institutions.
- Visitor Behavior Analysis: Study visitor behavior to enhance the tourism experience and improve service delivery.
- Market Intelligence: Gather and disseminate information on global tourism markets to inform local stakeholders.
- Training and Capacity Building: Provide training programs to enhance skills and knowledge in the tourism workforce.
- Evaluation of Policies: Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of tourism policies and strategies.
- Reporting and Publications: Produce reports and publications to share research findings and insights with stakeholders and the public.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- P.O. Box 42131-00100, Nairobi
- Utalii House, 7th Floor, Utalii Lane, Off Uhuru Highway, Nairobi, Kenya
- info@tourism.go.ke / info@tri.go.ke
- +254 20 600 700 / +254 20 600 800 / 020 2001084