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Ruto bets on tourism to spur foreign investment, economic growth

President William Ruto during a tour of the cruise ship christened Norwegian Dawn which docked at the Port of Mombasa, on February 23, 2025. [Kelvin Karani, Standard]

President William Ruto has said Kenya will continue to market the country as a top tourist destination to spur foreign investment and stimulate economic growth.

Ruto noted that tourism revenue increased to about Sh450 billion in 2024, saying the sector has created job opportunities for many Kenyans.

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