| dc.description.abstract | The Tourism Industry has been recognized by the Kenyan Government as one of the key sectors that will drive the country's economy in order to achieve Vision 2030 which is the strategic plan for the period 2008 to 2030. Tourism will achieve this by developing underutilized parks and attractions, and developing three resort cities based at Isiolo, SouthCoast and the NorthCoast.
Tourism is however associated with negative social impacts which undermine the very base which it depends on. One such negative impact is Child Sex Tourism, (CST), a problem in Kenya that has been escalating especially at the North coast over the years. The research set out to examine the various strategies being implemented by the various stakeholders in the North Coast of Mombasa. The research sought to: analyze the measures and interventions for prevention of CST; analyze the constraints on the measures to prevent CST; identify appropriate areas for intervention in prevention, and assess the strategies for effective prevention of CST in the area.
The research focused on the North Coast of Mombasa from Nyali beach to Kikambala. A total of 62 respondents were interviewed and were placed in four categories representing, private businesses, local communities, state and non state agencies. A survey design was used to collect data mainly using the qualitative method. This was complimented by data from secondary sources. Investigations reveal that although therewere various agencies which are engaged in the prevention measures, these strategies face many challenges. The study examined various strategies that address the underlying causes of CST. The study recommends that a multi faceted approach be used by all stakeholders. | |
