STTA Young Change-Makers Programme

Gen Z doesn't do two-week annual holidays. We do four-day trips, six times a year. ✈️ And that travel behaviour is quietly reshaping domestic tourism across Africa. Seminar #3 2026 in our Young Change-Makers Programme lands at Machakos University this Saturday @RespTourismKE

We are thankful to @mksu_official and @RespTourismKE for being such graceful hosts. We look forward to the next time we get to visit the institution. Asanteni sana🙏🙏 Keep an eye out for our next event! Details coming soon #sttachangemakers #sttayoungchangemakers #stta

These solutions came from session 2: 1. Continual education on sustainability 2. Restriction and Regulation are needed for our tourism products 3. Improved data collection for domestic tourism 4. A regional platform to promote local tourism products may be developed

What a session this was! We started off with conversations on the effects of short frequent travels, citing pollution as one of the main results of the trend. Some solutions suggested were:⬇️ 1. Booking Group experiences 2. Carpooling 3. Using existing sustainable transport

Session 2 focused on how the industry can/should adapt to these changing trends, and the Change-Makers made compelling cases for different strategies. Bravo to our panelists 👏👏👏👏 #sttayoungchangemakers #sttachangemakers #stta #sustainability #kenya #Africa #travel #tourism

What an interesting discussion on the effects of short frequent travels by the Gen Z. Our Change-Makers came prepared and we love to see it! 🔥🔥 Can't wait for the next session #sttachangemakers #sttayoungchangemakers #stta #sttaycm #genztravel #travel

Is carpooling a sustainable foolproof solution to reducing vehicular emissions from more short frequent travels by the Gen Z?

@STTAKenya Esther from @LetsGoTravelKE: Sustainability in action,Right here,Right now. #youngchangemakers @mksuofficial

HAPPENING NOW! Levi Henzo, from @STTAKenya giving a 2026 #sttachangemakers program overview. He notes that the program has impacted 8500 + students since it's inception against a targeted reach of 10,000 students by 2030. @LetsGoTravelKE @mksuofficial

The room is buzzing with ideas that matters🔥

Our chief guest prof. David Mulwa , Registrar Research, Innovation and Linkages in Machakos University is addressing on the Theme and officially opening of the session.

Change starts with conversations like this;We are live @Machakos University,join us for the 127th STTA YCM seminar;Tune in and be part of the change🌍🌟

Gen Z doesn't do two-week annual holidays. We do four-day trips, six times a year. ✈️ And that travel behaviour is quietly reshaping domestic tourism across Africa. Seminar #3 2026 in our Young Change-Makers Programme lands at Machakos University this Saturday @RespTourismKE

Early bird rates for STAS 2026 close on 31 March. After that, prices go up, and they stay up. Right now, you can register at: Student Delegate (both days): KSh 13,000 Full Access Delegate (both days): KSh 17,500 Single Day Delegate: KSh 16,000 After 31 March, those rates increase by KSh 2,000 to 3,000 depending on your category. If you've been meaning to register, this week is the week! A few things worth knowing: • Payment in instalments is available. You don't have to pay the full amount now. Contact stas@sttakenya.org to arrange a payment schedule that works for your budget. • Group rates are negotiable for organisations sending 5 or more delegates. Contact us before completing your registration and we'll put together the best arrangement for your team. • Student delegates get full access to both days, every session, every keynote, every masterclass and networking event. Not a reduced experience. The full STAS 2026. You have until 31 March. Register now: events.sttakenya.org/event/sustaina… #STAS2026 #SustainableTourism #TourismAfrica #SDGs2030 #GreenFinance #ClimateAction #sustainablegovernance #ESG #MICE #Responsiblemice #Communitytourism #impacttourism

"Gen Z on the Move: How will short, frequent trips reshape domestic tourism?" 📍 @mksu_official , Machakos County 📅 28 March 2026 🧡

building on our debates at @kisiuniofficial (short-term rentals) and @bomacollege (tourism measurement) to ask who's actually driving demand in the first place.

The ultimate #STTAChangemakers Debate is here! Between @bomacollege and @mksuofficial, we are asking 'Is a global standard for tourism impact measurement possible, or should Africa develop its own?' What’s your take? Do you agree or disagree? Let’s hear your thoughts

Program partner @LetsGoTravelKE represented by Joseph Kolo, sharing with #STTAChangemakers why measuring sustainability matters. He notes that @LetsGoTravelKE has been measuring and reporting on its #sustainability for the past decade demonstrating a strong commitment @STTAKenya

HAPPENING NOW! Levi Henzo, from @STTAKenya giving a 2026 #sttachangemakers program overview. He notes that the program has impacted 8500 + students since it's inception against a targeted reach of 10,000 students by 2030. @LetsGoTravelKE

WE ARE ON for the 125th #STTAChangemakers hosted by @bomacollege. In attendance - @coopvarsity, @mksu_official, @TUKKenya & @ZetechUni. In his remarks,@bomacollege Head of Research & Innovation, Dr.Nyongesa encouraged students to take lead in driving sustainability & innovation