The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is on the hot seat for splashing Sh298,900 to airlift 9 staff members to Mombasa for a warm-up race ahead of the Standard Chartered Marathon.
The story which has caused uproar, highlights wastage in government agencies.
Critics argue that such spending is unnecessary and highlights inefficiencies in the use of public funds. They question the need for airlifting staff for a warm-up race, especially when the main event was to be held in Nairobi.
In defense, KTB stated that the warm-up race was part of a broader strategy to promote Kenya as a premier destination for sports tourism. They emphasized that the initiative aimed to enhance international participation in the marathon and to showcase Kenya’s rich athletic culture. KTB believes that such events can significantly boost tourism and bring economic benefits to the country.
This incident has sparked a debate on the balance between promoting tourism and ensuring prudent use of public resources. It raises important questions about how government agencies allocate funds and the transparency of their expenditures.
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