With more than 2M international tourist arrivals, over 1.5 billion US Destimated tourism receipts and almost 4M domestic bed nights, it’s clear that the tourism industry in Kenya is thriving and the future of the sector is bright. Accordingly, the School of Tourism, Hospitality & Leisure Studies (STHLS) strives to ensure that we provide the opportunities, tools and the knowledge and skills for tourism, hospitality and leisure professionals. Through the pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning, research and outreach programs that are globally competitive and committed to economic and social advancements, our students become empowered, market-ready leaders, poised to shape the future of the industry. The tourism, hospitality and leisure industry in Kenya and elsewhere in the world awaits dynamic thinkers, leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, executive chefs, hoteliers, tour and travel operators, tour and travel guides, strategists, policymakers, researchers, and industry disruptors. The STHLS wishes to play its role in the development of talent in our country and beyond as we take the lead in the sector. To those dreaming of a career in tourism and hospitality, we at STHLS want to assure you that we’re here to help turn those dreams into reality.

Prof. Francis Mburu

Dean- School of Natural Resources, Tourism and Hospitality