Kwale · Kilifi · Mombasa
Coastal tourism, led by women and protected by community.
A proposed APTDC Coastal Community CSR and Tourism Protection programme, now in feasibility and design, exploring how women's enterprise, visitor safety and heritage can grow together.
The proposal
Tourism that keeps value on the coast
The concept centres women as owners, hosts, guides and cooks, paired with practical safeguards for visitors and the reefs, mangroves and heritage that draw them.
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Proposed focus areas
Eight programme strands under design
Women-owned guesthouses
Proposed support for standards, bookings readiness and fair market access.
Homestay safety
Design of safety protocols for hosts and guests alike.
Beach vendor rights
Exploring recognised, dignified enterprise spaces for beach traders.
Marine excursion safety
Draft standards for boats, crew training and life-saving equipment.
Help shape the programme
We are seeking conversations with partners, county stakeholders and women entrepreneurs during the design phase.