When we learn from the right people we grow. Our 8th monthly webinar on the evolving role of festivals in tourism is just around the corner! Marta Soligo & Judy Kepher Gona #sttaconsulting as they explore the opportunities, impacts& policy gaps. Make sure you’re registered! rb.gy/2fgkf3

We conclude our weekly theme today by shedding light on the different available criteria& calculators for various reporting elements in sustainable tourism. These tools collectively help stakeholders improve their sustainability efforts. #sttaconsulting

On this International Shark Day, we honour these magnificent creatures, who play a key role in our marine ecosystems. By supporting their conservation efforts and creating awareness, we can help secure their future generations. #Internationalsharkday

Coming up at the top of the hour-5pm EAT. Are you an organisation in the business of planning and executing festivals and events in the tourism niche? What are your expectations in today's webinar? Register to get the meeting link at: rb.gy/2fgkf3 #sttaconsulting

African festivals today often focus on commerce, but are we losing the essence of celebrating our shared heritage and unity? It’s time to redefine these events to honour what truly connects us as African people, regardless of location- Judy Kepher Gona #sttaconsulting #sttaconsulting

Film tourism is more than just visiting famous movie locations; it’s a vital way to promote and empower local talent and the workforce, driving economic growth in unique destinations. Let’s support local filmmakers and communities. #FilmTourism #LocalEconomy #sttaconsulting

Cultural festivals go beyond entertainment; they’re vital for showcasing, preserving, and passing down local traditions. Amid rising commercialization, it’s essential to keep our focus on celebrating and safeguarding cultural heritage. #sttawebinarseries

Balancing cultural preservation with authenticity amidst commercialization requires returning to basics. according to Judy Kepher Gona #sttaconsulting, this means engaging those who hold traditional knowledge and focusing on building tourism from the bottom up, not the top down. #sttawebinarseries

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐬! Our initiative- 𝑨𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉 𝑬𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒖𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝒊𝒏 𝑻𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒎, has been featured in the UNESCO-UNEVOC Compendium of Innovative Practices for 2024! Read pg 10 lnkd.in/dtHnQPvh #sttachangemakers

Are you an MSME struggling with #climateaction planning? We are excited to share that we will be launching our first-ever SME Climate Action Plan Toolkit for tourism on 11th September. Stay tuned for more updates on this milestone! #STTAclimatefocus #STTAconsultingAfrica

Would you pay for (portrait) photos of local vulnerable people during your travels? Share reasons for your answer

Tourism faces many ethical dilemmas. Companies have lost opportunities for not knowing how to respond to ethical concerns or position companies for sustainability. Sustainable Travel & Tourism Africa-Consulting trainings equips companies with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of sustainability and thrive.

Always look forward to reading the Destination Stewardship Center report. In this piece, founder Jonathan Tourtellot reflects on what #destinationstewardship means, and what he likes - and doesn't - about the rise in popularity of the approach. buff.ly/3z5Pi5J

This Saturday Sep 7th, we are Machakos University for #sttachangemakers inter university& TVETs seminar on sustainable tourism. This is an extension learning program that engages& empowers tourism students with skills in sustainable tourism so that they can provide better leadership.

Every discussion around sustainability is the beginning of a transformative journey for individuals&groups. Tomorrow we'll be at Machakos University for the 105th inter-universities and TVETs seminar convening 20+ academic& industry tourismplayers. #sttachangemakers