My personal critical Review concerning Slum Tourism in Kenya

This is an essay showing in detail the advantages and disadvantages of slum tourism, with regards to the social, economic and security development of the slum dwellers. It also shows the government's and wellwishers reactions to the slum scourge.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• My Perception Concerning Slum Tourism in Kenya
• Advantages of Slum Tourism
• Employment Opportunities
• Discovery of Young Talent
• Raising Awareness of Poverty
• Disadvantages of Slum Tourism
• National Embarrassment
• Degradation of Local Culture
• Exacerbation of Social Inequality

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This personal critical review aims to analyze the controversial nature of slum tourism in Kenya, exploring both its potential benefits and detrimental impacts. The author delves into the complex relationship between slum tourism and the country's economic and social landscape, highlighting the need for a balanced approach that promotes responsible tourism practices.

• The potential of slum tourism to create employment opportunities and generate economic activity in Kenya.
• The risks associated with slum tourism, including the potential to exploit vulnerable populations and perpetuate negative stereotypes about Kenya.
• The importance of addressing poverty and inequality in Kenya through sustainable development initiatives that empower local communities.
• The ethical considerations surrounding slum tourism and the need to ensure that visitors respect the dignity and privacy of local residents.
• The role of the government and other stakeholders in fostering responsible tourism practices that benefit both local communities and visitors.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The author explores the controversial nature of slum tourism in Kenya, arguing that it presents both advantages and disadvantages. They highlight the positive aspects, such as employment opportunities, the discovery of young talent, and increased awareness of poverty. However, they also address the negative impacts, including national embarrassment, cultural degradation, and the exacerbation of social inequality. The author emphasizes the need for responsible tourism practices that respect local communities and contribute to sustainable development.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

Slum tourism, Kenya, poverty, inequality, employment, economic development, cultural degradation, ethical considerations, sustainable tourism, social responsibility.

Details

• Hochschule: Kenya Methodist University
• Veranstaltung: Impact of slum tourism to slum's nature and change
• Note: ''none''
• Autor: Teddy Kimathi (Autor:in)
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2013
• Seiten: 7
• Katalognummer: V212603
• ISBN (eBook): 9783656420682
• ISBN (Buch): 9783656420705
• Sprache: Englisch
• Schlagworte: economics economy change society slums poverty tourism tourists tourist growth crime violence study studies research trend Africa Africans travel travelling neighborhood shanty ghetto Kenya Kenyan talent aid