Airbnb operators now required to register with gov’t
The government has directed all operators of short-term accommodation rentals, including those under Airbnb, to register with the Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA). In a joint statement by PSs Raymond Omollo (Interior), Anne Wang’ombe (Affirmative Action), Beatrice Inyangala (Higher Education and Research) and John Ololtuaa (Tourism), the government said the process is designed to ensure that […]
CS Kuria warns Kenyans operating short-term rental spaces outside official platforms as femicide cases escalate
Public Service Cabinet Secretary (CS) Moses Kuria has issued a warning to Kenyans operating short-term rental spaces outside the Airbnb platform and other platforms authorised in the country. The warning from the CS comes even as the country records increased cases of femicide cases in the country, with some happening in short-stay spaces. Kuria warned that […]
Graphic designer found guilty of raping Airbnb host before promising to leave good review for her
A graphic designer is facing jail after he raped an Airbnb host before promising to leave a “good review”. Diego Dellarovere attacked the woman at her home in Croydon, South London, as she welcomed him as her first-ever guest. After the horror, the terrified victim barricaded herself in her bedroom with a block of knives […]
‘Let’s say no to femicide’ – Babu Owino
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has spoken out against the alarming increase in femicide cases in the country, urging citizens to unite against this disturbing trend. Through his social media pages, while Quoting verses from the Bible, Owino noted the importance of mutual dependence between men and women. “Let’s say no to femicide,” […]
Shakila opposes gov’t new visa-free entry policy amid macabre series of murders
Kenyan socialite Shakila has voiced her disapproval of the recent decision by the government to declare Kenya visa-free. Through her InstaStories, the socialite expressed concerns about the safety of women in the wake of the tragic incident noting that the Airbnb business is a risk. “With what is going on in Kenya now, specifically the […]
Police launch probe after another woman is found dead in Roysambu Airbnb
Law enforcement officers have launched an investigation into the mysterious death of an unidentified woman, whose dismembered body was discovered at an Airbnb residence in Roysambu. The woman is said to have checked into the Airbnb with a man, who police are now treating as the main suspect in the killing. Confirming the incident on […]