The House this morning approved a motion adopting the report of the Committee on Tourism and Natural Resources on its county inspection exercise of tourism projects funded by the County Government of Kitui. The inspection was conducted from 1st to 5th July 2025.
The motion was moved by Hon. Waziri Baraka Bakari (Nominated), a member of the Tourism Committee, and seconded by Hon. Hussein Mwandia (Ikutha).
In adopting the report, the House acted pursuant to the provisions of the Kitui County Assembly Standing Orders Nos. 179(6) and 190(5).
Members noted that Kitui County has significant tourism potential and called on the relevant ministry to strengthen and expand tourism activities across the county.
They urged the ministry to fully implement the Committee’s recommendations to enhance the sector’s growth and sustainability.
The House also expressed concern that the ministry is underfunded and emphasized the need for increased budgetary allocation to enable it to complete key flagship projects, including the Mutomo Reptile Park.
By Anthony Solly
