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4th Green Tourism Summit AfricaModelling A Sustainable Future for Tourism and Conservation in Africa
GREEN TOURISM AFRICA 2018
PROGRAM
19th-21st June 2018The White Rhino HotelNyeri, Kenya
LaikipiaTourism
Association
Organized & Convened by
Supported by
4th GREEN TOURISM SUMMIT AFRICA
Modeling a Sustainable Future for Tourism and Conservation in Africa
The Green Tourism Summit Africa is about leveragingopportunities presented by environment and socialsustainability as prime innovation platforms for tourismand conservation. Hosted by Sustainable Travel & TourismAgenda (STTA), this annual event is a mutli-sectorengagement forum for exploring solutions and emergingnew trends in sustainability, inspiring innovation andaccessing solutions and building networks.
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SUMMIT OPENING LUNCH AND TALK ON THE FUTURE OF THE NORTHERN WHITE RHINO
WHERE: OL PEJETA CONSERVANCYDEPARTURE FROM NAIROBI: 7.00 AM 18TH JUNEMEETING POINT: ABC, PLACE, NAIROBI
18th JUNE 2018SUMMIT DAY ZERO
RSVP : Paula Okello, Leisure & Safari SpecialistUniglobe Let’s Go TravelMobile: (254) 722 331899/733 873625Direct Line: (254) 020 [email protected]
LUXURY & SUSTAINABILITY IN THE HOSPITALITY SECTOR
TIME ACTIVITY SPEAKER/DISCUSSANT
SESSION 1
8.00-8.30am REGISTRATION STTA
8.30-9.00am CONVENORS OPENING REMARKS Judy Kepher-Gona,STTA
9.00-9.20am OFFICIAL OPENING REMARKS Nyeri County
9.20-10.00am OPENING PANEL: How can Tourism Leverage on SDGS for Destination Competitiveness?
Fair Trade Tourism, SATIB, TFC,EQ Hotel Solutions, Jumia Travel, Uganda Tour Operators, KWCA, SIB-Kenya, RTTZ
10.00-10.30am RISKS IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY and How It Links To Sustainability in Tourism
Margie GitauSATIB-Tourism Risk Solutions
10.30-11.00am RETHINKING LUXURY IN LODGES/CAMPS- Innovative trends in sustainable luxury in lodges & camps & Impact on guest experience
Judy Kepher Gona, DirectorSTTA
11.00-11.20am Panel Session / Q& A Dr. David ChiawoModerator
11.20-11.30am Health Break
SESSION 2
11.30-12.00pm BUILDING COMPETITIVE TOURISM BRANDS- Does Certification Count? Case of eco-rating scheme in Kenya
Ecotourism Kenya
12.00-12.30pm ARE ECO CERTIFIED PROPERTIES COMPETITIVE? Case of Eco-certification in Tanzania
Johannes SolarResponsible TourismTanzania
12.30-1.00pm FAIR TRADE TOURISM & HOLIDAYS-Opportunitiy for Making Africa a Competitive Tourism Destination
Jane Edge, MDFair Trade Tourism,
1.00-2.00pm Lunch Break
SESSION 3
2.00-2.30pm SUSTAINABLE TOURISM IN UGANDA: How Tour Operators Are Responding
Gloria Tumwesigye, CEO,Association of Uganda Tour Operators (AUTO)
2.30-3.00pm Panel Session / Q & A Summit Moderator
3.00-4.00pm Thrivability Breakaway sessions Carmen Nigibira
4.00-5.00pm Summit Day 1 Summary and Closing Dr. Bernard Kitheka
19th JUNE 2018SUMMIT DAY ONE
Normal Delegate fees: KES. 18,000*/USD 180*Student Delegate fees: KES. 12,000*/USD 120CBTO Delegate fees: KES. 12,000*/USD 120*Includes transport from Nairobi and back(Group travel); Opening lunch and talk at OlPejeta; Summit delegate participation fees for 3days*Does not include accommodation and othertravel costs
To register call +254718127557/+254705283658
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Participate As A DelegateThe concept of Green/Sustainable Tourism has gained currency globally overthe last two decades. Consumers are becoming more aware of responsiblepractices and are holding businesses accountable. Tourism ventures are nowincreasingly seeking to adopt best practices in line with the values ofsustainable development. While there is a significant awareness on whatneeds to be done, the biggest challenge for operators in Africa lies in puttinga value on sustainability.The Green Tourism Summit Africa provides participating delegates with anopportunity to access solutions and build networks.
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EMERGING ISSUES IN SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
TIME ACTIVITY SPEAKER/DISCUSSANT
SESSION 1
8.00-8.30am REGISTRATION & WELCOME NOTE STTA
8.30-9.00am TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION IN TOURISM & HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY IN AFRICA. The impacts of technology n sustainable tourism development
Barry Clemens, CEO International Hospitality Consultants
9.00-9.30am ENGAGING COMMUNITIES IN SUSTAINABLE TOURISM-Opportunities & Key Success Factors: Case of Amahoro Tours Rwanda
Harriet Ingibire, ManagerAmahoro Tours, Rwanda
9.30-10.00am SUSTAINABLE MOUNTAIN TOURISM- Innovative Approaches to stakeholder engagement
Patrick WanjohiMountain Rock
10.00-10.20am Panel session / Q & A Dr. Winnie Kiiru
10.20-10.40am Health Break
SESSION 2
10.40-11.10am GREENING THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY: Catalytic role of Travel Agents.
Nicanor Sabula, CEOKATA Kenya
11.10-11.40 GREENING MICE: Sustainable Events: What Is In A Green Meeting?
Kezy Mukiri, CEOZuri Eventa
11.40-12.10 WOMEN IN TOURISM- Innovative Ways of Empowering Women to Engage in Tourism
Jane Adam,ChairpersonKAWT
12.10-12.40 GREEN FINANCING- Promoting Sustainability In Tourism Through Green Financing
Jonah T. Orumoi, MDTourism Finance Corporation, Kenya
12.40-1.00pm Panel Session/Q/A Carmen Nigibira
1.00-2.00pm Lunch Break
SESSION 3
2.00-3.00pm Thrivability Breakaway sessions Selected Moderator
3.00-4.00pm EXHIBITORS TOUR: GET TO KNOW YOUR SUPPLY CHAIN
4.00-5.30pm Recognition of most eco certified and awarded operators
Change Makers and Mazingira Innovation Awards-HIGH IMPACT SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS IN TOURISM DESTINATIONS
STTALTAMMWCAZURI Events
5.30-7.00pm Cocktail
20th JUNE 2018SUMMIT DAY TWO
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
Partner with The Green Tourism Summit AfricaSustainable Development is best realized through strong commitments topartnerships and collaborations. The Green Tourism Summit Africapromotes Goal 17 for sustainable development and would like you to be partof modelling a sustainable future for tourism and conservation in Africa.
Tier 3 Corporate Sponsoring Partner: KES 550,000
Tier 1 Corporate Partner: KES 350,000
Tier 2 Corporate Partner: KES 450,000
Your Investment Value• Sustainability commitment message on summit’s
promotional material on social media, during the summit and on our website.
• Participation in partners’ panel session and one on one interview to be shared with report
• Front row display of promotional material e.g. banners and desk
• Logo on all printed summit materials• Free entry for 4 delegates
Your Investment Value• Sustainability commitment message on summit’s
promotional material on social media, during the summit and on our website.
• Participation in partners’ panel session• Display of promotional material e.g. banner• Logo on all printed summit materials• Free entry for 3 delegatesYour Investment Value• Sustainability commitment message on summit’s
promotional material on social media, during the summit and on our website.
• Display of promotional material e.g. banner• Logo on all printed summit materials• Free entry for 2 delegate
SUSTAINABILITY AND DESTINATION COMPETITIVENESS
TIME ACTIVITY SPEAKER/DISCUSSANT
SESSION 1
8.00-8.30am STTA YOUNG CHANGE MAKERS STUDENTS PANEL
8.30-9.00am Keynote:SIGNIFICANCE OF HIGH IMPACT SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT IN TOURISM DESTINATIONS
Dr Lars Lindkvist, PresidentBasecamp Foundation Kenya
9.00-9.30am SUSTAINABLE TOURISM & LOCAL LIVELIHOODS: Pastoralism, wildlife Conservation & tourism- Case of Successful Conservancies in Kenya
Dickson Ole Kaelo, CEOKenya Wildlife Conservancies Association
9.30-10.00am FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY FOR DESTINATION SUSTAINABILITY
Cosmas KimanziStrathmore University
10.00-10.15am Health Break
SESSION 2
10.15-10.45am ENVIRONMENTAL & SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY LINKAGE TO TOURISM COMPETITIVENESS: East Africa Case Study
Dr. Bernard KithekaMissouri State University
10.45-11.15am CONSERVATION AND INDUSTRIALIZATION: Miss or Food for Thought?
Dr. David ChiawoStrathmore University, Kenya
11.15-11.45pm HOLISTIC RANGE LAND MANAGEMENT IN COMMUNITY CONSERVATION- Gaps, Threat and Opportunities
Albanas MutisoMara Training Center
11.45-12.15pm COMMUNITIES & GREEN TOURISM- Assessing community readiness to green tourism initiatives in less developed parks: lessons from communities around Saadani National Park
Dr AgnesSOKOINE University of Agriculture, Tanzania
12.15-12.35pm Panel Session/ Q & A Judy Kepher Gona
12.35-1.15 pm Summit Overview and Closing Remarks Dr. Bernard Kitheka
1.15-2.00 pm Lunch and Departure
21st JUNE 2018SUMMIT
DAY THREE
Participate as Green ExhibitorThe Green Tourism Summit Africa provides an opportunity for brands thatidentify with sustainability to showcase and leverage their products andservices to the right audience.The 100+ participating delegates, speakers and partnering organizations arenot only prospective new long-term clients/partners, but they are also avaluable knowledge hub for innovative ideas and sustainability bestpractices.
DAY EXHIBITORKES 50,000
3 DAY EXHIBITORKES 135,000
• 100+ participants • Exhibitor Panel sessions• Upto 4 meters square exhibition
space• Exhibitors logo on all
promotional material
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Green Summit Africa 2018Pre and Post Tours & Day
ExcursionsMOUNT KENYA SAFARI WALK Kes.5,700 per person
(minimum 7 persons )Day excursion
ABERDARES ADVENTURE Kes.2,500 per person (minimum 7 persons )
Day Excusion
SAMBURU DELIGHT Non-residentPer person sharing USD 200Per person in a single USD 225**minimum 7 persons
ResidentPer person Kes.13,495/=**minimum 7 persons
Overnight Safari
EL KARAMA LODGE and Safari PRICES Non-residentPer person sharing USD 570Per person in a single USD 670**minimum 7 persons
ResidentPer person sharing Kes.19,300/=Per person in a single Kes.24,300/=**minimum 7 persons
Overnight Safari
OLPEJETA CONSERVANCY SAFARI
PRICE Non-residentPer person sharing USD 265 (Minimum 7 persons)Per person in a single USD 335**minimum 7 persons
ResidentPer person Kes.17,000/=**minimum 7 persons
Overnight Safari
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