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GAWADAR THE PERSUIT OF HAPPINESS

Gwadar stands as the new heart line, a new commercial hub for the world. Surrounded by Dasht and Kolanch valleys a rich historical background tags Gwadar, ruled by Afrasiab, Khusro and Lahrasip Gwader saw the Advantest of Alexander the great followed by the rule of Chandara Gupta Moria in 303 B.C. A detailed history of the later period is missing, but some time Gwadar remains a centre for pirates their graves can still be traced at the bottom of Sanghar.A well-known Portuguese write of the 16th Century Manual de.f.Sauza in wrote a detail of Portuguese attack on Gwadar in his book (The history of Portuguese days in east) but the invaders were defeated by local Kalmat tribe as Mir Hamal Fought bravely .How ever, he was later captured and taken into custody. The Khan of Kalat Mir Naseer Khan Nori included in his realm in 1777. In 1783 Mir Naseer presented Gwadar to Taimur Sultan the defeated ruler of Muscat. Taimur Sultan, who recaptured Muscat, continued to rule gwader after the death of Mir Naseer Khan. Gwadar is located on the south-western of Arabian. It is ystratgetical located between three increasingly important regions: The oil-rich Middle East, heavily populated South Asia and the economically emerging and resource region of Central Asia. The government of Pakistan intends to develop the entire area in order to reduce its reliance in shipping on the port of Karachi. In addition to expanding port facilities, the Project aims to build industrial complexes in the area and to connect the town via a modern highway to the rest of Pakistan. Gawadar is expected as world greatest trade colidor more recognized than the the penumal cannal and swiss cannal. It is hoped that the Gwadar port would generate billions of dollars in revenues and create at least two million jobs. The Gwadar deep-sea port emerges as a place of great strategic value, enhancing Pakistan’s importance in the whole region, extending from the Persian Gulf through the Indian Ocean to Southeast Asia and the Far East. The government declared Gwadar port a “Special Economic Zone” in the budget, 2003-2004. All banks will open their branches, five star hotels will be built, offshore banking will be started, factories, warehouses and storage will be set up, the tourism industry will be promoted in the area, an export processing zone will be set up, making Pakistan a very attractive place for direct foreign investment, and Gwadar port a regional hub of trade and investment activities.Gwadar has a big airport for commercial aircrafts. There is a need for the expansion of the airport and enlargement of its runway to facilitate the landing of wide body aero-planes. Gwader will be the road to prosperity and Vision Gwadar will be the gateway of progress. Gwadar port will directly and indirectly bring lots of wealth, trade and infrastructure advancement to the area which has been traditionally left behind in developement. Dubai is the hub of business not only for Gulf but also for rest of the world including Europe, United States, Africa, China and Central Asian States, simultaneously. The gulf region is facing many political conflicts at the moment and huge disturbances in the current administrative structure are expected in the coming years. In such a scenario, a substitute of Dubai is essential to be located before the crisis hits the finances of millions. The substitute shall be a nearest point probably, to ensure continuous supply line of oil from Gulf to the outer world. Fortunately, Gawadar proves to be the nearest and infect more cost-effective substitute of Dubai, from many aspects.
Gawadar would be a free-trade zone and as a corridor to the Central Asian republics, It would also offer great opportunities for investors. Pakistan has already declared Gwadar a special economic zone and all imports coming through this zone will be exempted from customs duty and sales tax along with concessions on income tax. It is decided to give a seven-year tax exemption to industrial and commercial establishments in the Gwadar Special Economic Zone. This is expected to boost both domestic and foreign investment in this area, especially in such sectors as fish-processing, real estate, and tourism-related infrastructure and services.Gawadar is now destined to be the most important upcoming coastal town located on the inter junction of the three most strategically and economically important regions of the world that are oil rich Middle East, South Asia where one- fifth of world population lives and the Central Asian Republics endowed with mineral wealth and an educated and highly skilled and disciplined workforce

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Primary industries Agriculture
About 22.6% of the total land area is arable. Agricultural production was on the decline even before the 1979 hurricane disaster. The main crop of Dominica is bananas, output of which had fallen to 29,700 tons in 1978. As a result of Hurricane David, production hit a low of 15,700 tons in 1979. Agriculture suffered a further blow from Hurricane Allen in August 1980. However, after outside financial support began to rehabilitate the sector, production rose to 27,800 tons in 1981 and totaled 30,000 tons in 1999.
Agriculture accounts for about 20% of GDP and employs about 40% of the labor force. Agricultural exports amounted to $19.1 million in 2001. Most crops are produced on small farms, the 9,000 owners of which are banded together in about 10 cooperatives; there are also several large farms that produce mostly bananas for export. Other major crops are coconuts and citrus fruits which are grown in commercial quantities. Production for 1999 included coconuts, 11,000 tons; grapefruit, 21,000 tons; lemons and limes, 1,000 tons; and oranges, 8,000 tons. Fruits and vegetables are produced mostly for local consumption. Animal husbandry
There are about 2,000 hectares (4,900 acres) of pasture land, comprising 2.7% of the total land area. The island does not produce sufficient meat, poultry, or eggs for local consumption so there are large imports of animal products. In 2001 there were an estimated 540 head of cattle, 9,700 goats, 7,600 sheep, and 5,000 hogs. In 2001, production of meat totaled 1,300 tons; and milk, 6,100 tons. Fishing
Before Hurricane David, some 2,000 persons earned a living fishing in coastal waters, producing about 1,000 tons of fish a year and meeting only about one-third of the local demand. The hurricane destroyed almost all of the island’s 470 fishing boats; afterward, only about a dozen vessels could be reconstructed for use. In 2000, the catch was 1,150 tons, up from 552 tons in 1991.
There is a relatively large fishing industry in Dominica, but it is not modernized and almost exclusively serves the domestic market. A successful experiment in fresh-water prawn farming, supported by Taiwanese aid, has produced substantial amounts of prawns for the domestic and local markets. Japan has provided support for a fish landing and processing plant in Roseau. Forestry
Dominica has the potential for a lumber industry. Some 46,000 hectares (114,000 acres) are classified as forest, representing 61% of the total land area. In 1962, Canadian experts produced a study indicating that over a 40-year period the island could produce a yearly output of 22,000 cu m (800,000 cu ft) of lumber. Before Hurricane David, annual output had reached about 7,500 cu m (265,000 cu ft). There are some 280 hectares (700 acres) of government land allocated to commercial forestry and about 100 hectares (240 acres) of forestland in private hands. Commercially valuable woods include mahogany, blue and red mahoe, and teak. Total imports of forest products in 2000 amounted to $10.3 million. Mining
Dominica’s mining sector played a minor role in its economy. Pumice was the major commodity extracted from the island for export, and Dominica produced clay, limestone, volcanic ash, and sand and gravel, primarily for the construction industry. There is some mining potential in Dominica, especially in the island’s northeast where there are believed to be deposits of copper. Secondary industries
Dominica’s small manufacturing sector is almost entirely dependent on agriculture, and the island has built up a handful of successful industries specializing in soaps and other agricultural byproducts. The largest manufacturer is Dominica Coconut Products, controlled by Colgate-Palmolive, which produces soap from coconuts. The factory has an agreement to sell an estimated 3 million bars of soap each year to Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. Dominican soap is also exported throughout the region, but has recently encountered intensified competition from other regional producers, especially in the important export markets of Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago.
There are four plants to process limes and other citrus fruits; two bottling plants; two distilleries; four small apparel plants; and four small furniture factories. Dominica exports water to its Caribbean neighbors; shoes, cement blocks, furniture, and soap and toiletries are also exported. Home industries produce some leather work, ceramics, and straw products.
Since the 1990s, the small manufacturing sector has been expanding at a modest pace, including electronic assembly, rum, candles, and paints. The Trafalgar Hydro Electric Power Station is now operational, making the island virtually energy self-sufficient. Industry accounted for 23% of GDP in 2001.
Dominica has not yet been able to attract significant numbers of foreign manufacturers, partly because its wage rates are relatively high and partly because its infrastructure is not suited to high-volume manufacturing. Like other islands, it seeks to attract investors with tax concessions and other financial inducements, but several offshore manufacturing plants have closed after their duty-free concessions expired, normally a 10-year span. Tertiary industries Tourism
Main article: Tourism in Dominica
Tourism in Dominica is mostly based around hiking in the rain forest and visiting cruise ships. Financial services
Dominica has tried to broaden its economic base by building up an offshore financial services sector. So far, a relatively small number of offshore banks and other international business companies have registered in Dominica, but the government is trying to attract more by making registration economical and easy. A Dominica-based International Business Company (IBC) can, for instance, be formed over the Internet, and the government has also granted operating licenses to several Internet gambling companies. The ease with which such companies can be formed and the secrecy surrounding their operations have led some critics to allege that Dominica may be facilitating money-laundering and tax evasion. Facts at a glance
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GDP: purchasing power parity – $485 million (2006 est.)
GDP – real growth rate: 3.2% (2007 est.)
GDP – per capita: purchasing power parity – $3,800 (2005 est.)
GDP – composition by sector:
agriculture: 17.7%
industry: 32.8%
services: 49.5% (2004 est.)
Population below poverty line: 30% (2002 est.)
Household income or consumption by percentage share:
lowest 10%: NA%
highest 10%: NA%
Inflation rate (consumer prices): -0.1% (2005 est.)
Labor force: 25,000 (2000 est.)
Labor force – by occupation:
agriculture: 40%
industry: 32%
services: 28% (2000 est.)
Unemployment rate: 23% (2003 est.)
Budget:
revenues: $73.9 million
expenditures: $84.4 million (2001)
Industries: soap, coconut oil, tourism, copra, furniture, cement blocks, shoes
Industrial production growth rate: -10% (1997 est.)
Electricity – production: 80 million kWh (2005)
Electricity – production by source:
fossil fuel: 50%
hydro: 50%
nuclear: 0%
other: 0% (1998)
Electricity – consumption: 74.4 million kWh (2005)
Electricity – exports: 0 kWh (2005)
Electricity – imports: 0 kWh (2005)
Agriculture – products: bananas, citrus, mangoes, root crops, coconuts, cocoa; forest and fishery potential not exploited
Exports: $94 million f.o.b. (2006)
Exports – commodities: bananas 50%, soap, bay oil, vegetables, grapefruit, oranges
Exports – partners: United Kingdom 24.8%, Jamaica 12.3%, Antigua and Barbuda 9.8%, Guyana 8.3%, China 7.9%, Trinidad and Tobago 5.4%, Saint Lucia 4.5% (2006)
Imports: $296 million f.o.b. (2006)
Imports – commodities: manufactured goods, machinery and equipment, food, chemicals
Imports – partners: United States 25.3%, China 22.7%, Trinidad and Tobago 13.8%, South Korea 4.8% (2006)
Debt – external: $213 million (2004)
Economic aid – recipient: $15.17 million (2005 est.)
Currency: 1 East Caribbean dollar (EC$) = 100 cents
Exchange rates: East Caribbean dollars per US dollar – 2.7 (2007), 2.7 (2006), 2.7 (2005), 2.7 (2004), 2.7 (2003)
Fiscal year: 1 July – 30 June References
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Web : www.profit-proinvest-eu.org Details The PROFIT 2007 Regional Investment Conference will, from the 27th to the 29th June 2007 in Kampala-Munyonyo (Uganda), bring together 250 to 300 key players involved in the field of Tourism from Europe, East Africa and Indian Ocean. Intermediary Organisations, Public Authorities and Companies will have the opportunity to meet, network and discuss partnerships during the plenary sessions, thematic workshops and business meetings organised during PROFIT 2007. Organiser : Pro€Invest; Bernard Krief Consultants

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New Africa Tourism Packages for 2009 and Beyond

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By James Asudi(CEO – Victoria Safaris)

Tourism is a dynamic profession and an ever changing field. I ever in tourism” despite several cancellations of already booked and confirmed trips in the African continent. With the diminishing numbers of wildlife due to global warming and human / wildlife conflict for the limited natural resources, Victoria safaris is putting its effort in creating New Africa Mountain hiking packages, Beach Holidays and Bush Safaris, Community and Cultural tourism packages and Adventure Travel in the Eastern Horn of the African continent which includes; Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania. These packages have limited visits to the Wildlife sanctuaries and are more oriented to the Communities living and co existing in the African wilderness.

Wildlife and Human Conflicts over Limited Natural Resources

World over, there is a shortage of land and water. This has resulted in human beings encroaching into the wildlife territory for land and water. God created man, Fauna and Flora and expected all to co exist on Earth. To day, man has over populated the earth and is destroying with impunity the Flora. The effect is that there is limited rain fall and as such in Africa, the destruction of tropical forests by man has led to serious famine and lack of water for the African populace and wildlife.

Imagine if the wildlife would be talking, in which court would we be sued on earth. Imagine if the wildlife had the ability to make ammunition to fight man, what world war would be on earth between the wildlife and humans? Let us respect our Fauna and Flora. The Laureate Prof. Wangare Mathai said; “If you destroy Nature, Nature will destroy you”

In view of the above, Victoria Safaris is encouraging Eco tourism in Africa and emphasizing in creation of new tourism packages leading to Africa Adventure Tours, Community and Cultural tourism plus beach holidays with limited visits into wildlife sanctuaries. Among the new packages that Victoria safaris have come with for the year 2009 and beyond include the following packages.

The activities that we offer for this year and beyond are also wide ranging and apart from the traditional wildlife viewing tours our clientèle are able to go on the following adventures: -

Eco Tourism in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania.
Family Community tours in Africa – Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania
Museums and Archaeological tours in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania
Home Stays in Urban and Rural set up in East Africa- Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania
White Water Rafting on River Nile and River Tana
Bungee Jumping on River Nile
Gorilla Eco Tracking in Uganda and Rwanda
Boating and Fishing on Lake Victoria
Cultural tours and Safaris around the Great Lakes
Community Development tours in Western Kenya
Wildlife Eco Lodges and Camping Safaris in East Africa
Wildlife Eco Safaris and Beach Holidays in East Africa Coastline
Bird watching Eco tours in East Africa
Birding Eco tours inside and around lake Victoria
Maasai Mara Wildebeest Annual Migration Eco Safari
Aquaculture tours in Africa – Kenya.
Youth tours and Volunteerism tours in Africa – Kenya.
Sports Tourism in Africa – Kenya
Golf tours in Africa – East Africa countries
Scuba Diving and Dhow sailing along the Kenyan coast.
Snorkeling and surfing on Lake Victoria and the Kenyan Coastal Beaches
Marine Parks tours along the Kenyan Coast in Malindi, Watamu and Mombasa
Educational, Research and Study tours in Africa – Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania.
Conference tourism in Africa – Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania
Helicopter tours in Africa – Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania.
Disability and wheelchair Access Tours in Africa
Mountain Climbing on Wheelchair tours on Mt. Kenya and Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Health Tourism in Africa Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania.
Herbal Medicine (Alternative Medicine) Research and treatment in Kenya.
Health & HIV/Aids Community tours in Africa.
Photographic and Filming Eco Tourism Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania.
Bicycle (cycling) tours in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzanian.
Corporate Team Building tours in Africa – Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.
Rock Climbing tours in Africa -Kenya
Walking(Trekking) tours in Africa – Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.
Solo Women tours in Africa.
Agro and Agricultural Tourism Africa – Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.
Pro poor tourism Africa – Kenya
Slums Charity tours in Kenya
Kibera Slums tours in Kenya
Corporate and individual Incentive and Team building tours and Safaris
Western Kenya tourism circuit tours and Kogelo village tours.
Kogelo Village Community Tours.
Transit(Layover) Tourism in Africa
Environment Tours in Africa -Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania.
Beach Holidays in East Africa coastal Beaches
Balloon Safaris in Kenya and Tanzania wildlife Sanctuaries
Cultural Wedding and Honeymoon adventures in Africa.
Kogelo Village and Kisumu city Excursions
Kogelo Charter Flight (Flying) tours
Kogelo chopper(Helicopter) tours
Kisumu city Car Rental and Car Hire Services
Nairobi City Car Rental and Car Hire Services
Mombasa City Car rental and Car Hire Services
Kisumu City Excursions, Tours and Safaris
Nairobi City Excursions, Tours and Safaris
Mombasa City and Malindi Excursions, Tours and Safaris

With the above packages, Victoria Safaris is Eco friendly and encourages Adventure Travel, Eco tourism, Cultural and Community tourism in Africa for the benefit of both the Fauna and Flora.

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(www.abndigital.com) For many years a Kenyan safari was one of those “ticks” that the well-travelled globetrotter just had to have. However, a combination of bad publicity after the violence of the 2008 elections and the global economic crisis, meant tourism was in a tight spot. However, Kenya’s tourism sector has recorded a 16 percent growth in international arrivals for the first quarter of 2010. More than 330000 tourists came to see the sights in Kenya in the first three months of this year. The invasion was led by arrivals from the UK, United States and Italy.

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FATF Center, is an International standard Tourism center and a Game reserve, with Hotels located at the center of London, which provide excellent Hospitality services to our clients around the globe. The center supports the funding of many tourism centers in East Africa and as well We offer free English lessons to expatriates here in UK. We are part of the United Nations Project on International Tourism Development. We are the official Tourism Agent for over 100 football clubs in Europe.

We need well qualified Hositality workers, Tourism specialists and English Teachers, who will assist in Managing the firm and as well propagate the growth of the firm in Europe.

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* In-depth experience of Management
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* Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
* Possess a high degree of Multi-cultural awareness.
* Experienced in working in both unionized and non-unionized environments.

REQUIREMENTS
At least a university Degree is required. Other higher education qualifications are also considered.
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James Asudi is the CEO of Victoria Safaris, a tour operator company based in Nairobi – Kenya offering Niche safaris,wildlife tours, Mountain Climbing, Beach holidays, Gorilla Tracking, River Nile Water Rafting, Maasai Mara Migration Safaris, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Northern Tanzania Safaris,Lake Victoria tours, Kogelo tours and Safaris, Slum tours in Kenya,Disability tours in Kenya,Care Hire in Kenya, Fishing and boating inside Lake Victoria and cultural and community based tours and safaris in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania including pemba and Zanzibar.

East Africa Safaris Adventures and Sports in Kenya Uganda Tanzania Zanzibar

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Make sure that you pay the amount of deposit that the company requires for complete confirmation cannot be assured without some cash deposit. With accommodation you can be sure that your safari will happen at the dates you have chosen. In between high Season and low season we have mid season from November to December 15th this is during the short rains.

Low season or off season starts in April until end of June each year. This is the Kenya winter time when the rains are received in the entire country. unfortunately this makes the roads in and out of the various parks impassable. This is when clients are advised to use local flights in the very disparately affected parks to connect their safari.

What you need while on safari:

Passport

3-4 short sleeved shirts or T-shirts 1-2 pairs of trousers

Tracksuit pants, Personal toiletries and a towel

Light sweater

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Hat, Torch and spare batteries

Boots or trainers Shoes

Sleeping bag, Penknife

1-2 pairs shorts, Camera and film

Heavy sweater, Water bottle

Underwear, Sunglasses

Water / windproof jacket, Sewing kit

Sandals, Set of smart clothes & shoes

Please remember that Africa can be colder than you might expect particularly at night and in

the early morning

VACCINATIONS

Please consult your doctor or immunization center for the relevant vaccination requirements

to the countries to which you intend to visit.

YELLOW FEVER

vaccination is compulsory for most African countries. We also recommend vaccinations for

typhoid, tetanus, hepatitis, meningitis and cholera. Malaria is endemic in most parts of Africa.

It is your responsibility to take anti-malaria tablets and other preventive measures. You should

consult your doctor before your departure. We advice the use of insect repellant containing

DEET and wearing long sleeved shirts and trousers at night.

TRAVEL INSUARANCE

Personal travel insurance is recommendable. This should include comprehensive medical

cover repatriation, personal effects and luggage, as well as cancellation and curtailment

insurance.

FLYING DOCTORS’ SERVICES

In many parts of Africa, access to adequate health care can mean long, torturous journeys by

road. The Flying Doctors’ services operated by AMREF not only provide outreach and emergency

care to local communities in remote regions; it also provides a medical air evacuation services

to travelers. With a temporary registration fee of € 25.00 [valid for a month from the time of

registration] you can be evacuated from whenever you will be in case of any emergency, to the

best hospitals in Nairobi. The fee however does not cover the hospital or medical fee.

VALUABLES

Keep all your documents – Passports, money and jewelry in the hotel safety box

AVOID

Walking alone especially in the night. The safest way to move from one place to another is by

taking a cab. Rates differ from time to time and must be negotiated.

BE AWARE

Of the distractions by street children in order to facilitate jewelry snatching & pick pocketing.

MONEY

Traveler’s Cheque and other major credit cards are honored in major hotels ,lodges,

restaurants & big shops in Kenya.

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South African Tourism markets South Africa’s scenic beauty, diverse wildlife, kaleidoscope of cultures and heritages, the great outdoors, sport and adventure opportunities, eco-tourism and conference facilities. South Africa boasts some of the finest beaches in the world. From the pristine coastal stretch of Cape Vidal in KwaZulu-Natal to the Eastern Cape’s famous Wild Coast, from the penguin colony of Boulders Beach to sun-drenched Camps Bay in the Western Cape … when it comes to beaches, we win, hands down. Our beaches are much more than a haven for sun-worshippers and surfers. There’s so much to see and do along our dramatic coastline, including a range of wonderful multi-day coastal hikes. Here’s a quick rundown on some of the best beaches in South Africa. The Eastern Cape is home to some fine beaches. Port Elizabeth and East London are surfing hotspots, and the Wild Coast is famous for its craggy landscapes, furious seas and extravagantly beautiful beaches.

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The Maasai People Of East Africa

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In East Africa, the Masai community has been one of the symbols of Kenya and Tanzania. They are the famous colourful people who have managed to hold on to their traditional way of life till present time.

Together with Samburu, the Masai are members of the Nilotic tribal group, both of them cattle herders.

They came from Sudan and occupied the central Kenya, best parts for their huge cattle herds. These herds have been their measure of wealth which usually accumulates to adverse economic consequences. The bigger the herd size, the richer the owner.
Known for their red color clothing, the Masai have a reputation of being fierce warriors, though this has been often exaggerated.

Warrior hood system still continues today accompanied by traditional regalia, unchanged by time. This system is for the young males before they marry. The importance of this is to prepare the young males to be responsible people both for themselves and for their community.

The big responsibility of building the homestead (Manyatta) falls in the hands of the women. They are in charge of taking care of the entire home which includes milking cows, searching for firewood and preparing food for the entire family. Men generally make the tribal decisions and care for the cattle.

The homestead of the Masai consists of several thatched houses and smeared with cow dung on the walls. These houses are built in a circular design one next to the other. The central part is left open for the cattle and goats belonging to that particular village.

Most of the rest of East African people have long forgotten their traditional ways of life. The western way of life slowly deleted the traditions of some of them. The white man brought formal education including modern medicine and this was the exchange price for the age-old customs. While most communities accepted these with open hands, the Masai are yet to open their hands. Despite more than 33 years of self rule, red dress together with traditional rituals are still performed.

For centuries they have continued to believe that all the cattle in the world belong to them and were given to them by Enkai, the God. A fact that has been a source of trouble with other neighboring communities by generating inter-tribal conflicts. The young Masai morans (warrior) job is to protect the cattle of their fathers and to capture those of other communities, because in their folklore God gave them all the cattle.

What has won them the great fame over the decades is their courage. It is true that when they surrounded a marauding lion, they crossed on it and speared it to death. This fearlessness has not been seen in any other community in East Africa. In addition to this braveness, the Masai have won time and again admiration from foreigners visiting the country due to their nomadic way of life, not attachments to possessions, and togetherness banded by the age sets of those who underwent circumcision ritual together. When a young man reached junior elder hood he had the freedom to have sex with the wives of other elders, his comrades, if he so wished.
Likewise, a Masai woman belonged to the entire age-set and sexual jealousy did not exist.

Ornamentation is very important and takes a big part of the Masai tribe. They have very beautiful bead-work that they make for themselves and also sell to tourists. Each age set makes its own pattern.

Tourism has taken its toll too on the way of life of the Masai and Samburu people. The construction of tourist hotels in the Masai land imposed further restrictions to their movement and introduced a different way of life for those working in these resorts. The villages near the lodges do make some income from selling their hand –made crafts that include spears, beadwork and customary dances.

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www.ntv.co.ke The ministry of tourism has signed marketing agencies in nine new markets as it intensifies efforts to hit 3 million tourists annually by 2012. Among the regions targeted include Middle East, Australia, Russia, Japan and South Africa. Tourism minister Najib Balala says the government is strongly lobbying to have airlines from emerging markets to Nairobi, to provide easy connection to tourists.

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