Kenya Safari Lodges and Hotels (KSLH) has commissioned two new Isuzu buses to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency at Voi Safari Lodge in Tsavo East National Park and Ngulia Safari Lodge in Tsavo West National Park.
The buses were officially flagged off at Isuzu East Africa’s Mombasa Road assembly plant during a ceremony officiated by the Administrative Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife, Mr. Herman Shambi, who represented Cabinet Secretary Hon. Rebecca Miano. The event brought together members of the KSLH Board and senior executives from Isuzu East Africa.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Shambi underscored the critical role of continued investment in tourism infrastructure, noting that the sector contributes about 10 per cent of Kenya’s Gross Domestic Product and supports more than two million jobs nationwide.
“Strengthening operational efficiency at key destinations such as Tsavo directly enhances visitor experience and Kenya’s global competitiveness. I encourage Kenyans to travel widely across the country, as even simple expeditions have a significant impact on local tourism,” he said.
KSLH Board Chairperson and Kenya Development Corporation (KDC) Director General, Ms. Norah Ratemo, said the investment aligns with the company’s broader modernization and turnaround strategy aimed at building a high-performing and sustainable hospitality enterprise.
“Voi and Ngulia Safari Lodges are strategically positioned within Kenya’s safari circuit. Enhancing operational capacity improves guest experience while supporting regional economic activity, conservation awareness, and destination competitiveness,” she noted.
Ag. General Manager Mr. Ronald Simiyu said the buses will strengthen KSLH’s contribution to regional tourism growth, conservation-driven development, and local livelihoods.
“These buses will significantly improve day-to-day operations by enhancing staff mobility and facilitating guest transfers within the expansive Tsavo ecosystem,” he said.
Isuzu East Africa Director for Sales and Marketing, Mr. Wanjohi Kangangi, said the supply of locally assembled buses supports Kenya’s manufacturing sector while delivering reliable transport solutions for the hospitality industry.
“Through supply of locally assembled buses, we are supporting Kenyan jobs, skills development, and the wider manufacturing value chain, while enabling KSLH to deliver efficient and dependable transport for staff and guests,” he said.
The two 33-seater Isuzu NQR buses are expected to enhance safety and efficiency in staff and guest movement across the Tsavo ecosystem, while advancing the Buy Kenya, Build Kenya agenda.