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Kenya Association of Hotel Keepers & Caterers The Kenya Association of Hotelkeepers and Caterers is a representative body that brings together duly registered hotels, camps and lodges in Kenya.

Founded in 1944, KAHC is the principal umbrella organization bringing together hotels, lodges, camps, restaurants, membership clubs and prominent airline caterers whose common theme is to render services in the hospitality industry. The association is actively engaged with its membership and other bodies and association both in the public and private sector in not only advancing the tourism agenda, but also in heralding the adoption and implementation of quality service delivery standards and building of innovative hospitality products for our visitors.

The year-end season is weeks away, and Kenya's hotels, lodges, camps, restaurants and caterers are getting ready to welc...
05/11/2026

The year-end season is weeks away, and Kenya's hotels, lodges, camps, restaurants and caterers are getting ready to welcome the world.

Behind every smooth check-in and every perfectly plated meal is a team that has been preparing for months.

This November we're celebrating the people and places that make Kenyan hospitality what it is: member spotlights, industry insights and a few surprises along the way.

Follow along and tell us in the comments: what makes a stay in Kenya unforgettable for you?

26/10/2026

A Visual Journey from Voi Wildlife Lodge!

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of VOI WILDLIFE LODGE in Taita Taveta County, the 9th KAHC & HR Conference brought together hospitality executives and HR leaders to redefine people strategy across Kenya’s tourism sector.

🎥 Watch our official video highlight above:

Stunning views of Voi Wildlife Lodge, safari landscapes, and the vibrant event grounds in Taita Taveta.

Industry Leadership: Powerful technical sessions unpacking labor compliance, HR analytics, mental health, labor laws, and human capital governance.

The Energy: Interactive workshops, lively delegate exchanges, and evening cocktail networking.

Thank you to our host venue Voi Wildlife Lodge, our expert facilitators, and every delegate who contributed to building a compliant, resilient, and inclusive workplace!

See you at the next milestone gathering as we continue making Kenya's hospitality globally competitive!

We are proud to have successfully concluded the 9th KAHC & KUDHEIHA Joint HR Conference at Voi Wildlife Lodge! 🏨✨​Brough...
23/10/2026

We are proud to have successfully concluded the 9th KAHC & KUDHEIHA Joint HR Conference at Voi Wildlife Lodge! 🏨✨

​Brought together under the theme "Transforming Human Resource Practices in the Hospitality Sector for a Compliant, Resilient and Inclusive Workplace," industry leaders, employers, and workers engaged in crucial discussions on advancing our sector's workforce standards.

​Representing Taita Taveta Governor H.E. Dr. Andrew Mwadime, County Chief Officer for Trade & Tourism Elizabeth Mbinga highlighted the rapid growth of the region’s hospitality industry and emphasized the vital role of progressive HR practices and fair labour standards.

​"Conferences of this nature are essential in bringing together employers, employees, and other industry stakeholders to share insights, address emerging challenges, and develop strategies that support sustainable growth in the sector." — Elizabeth Mbinga, Chief Officer for Trade & Tourism, The Taita Taveta County Government

​Key takeaways from our discussions included:

🔹 Strengthening employer-employee collaboration

🔹 Promoting fair labour practices & employee welfare

🔹 Building safe, inclusive, and highly productive work environments

​By prioritizing our people, we continue to drive tourism growth, create meaningful employment, and support sustainable economic development across Taita Taveta County and Kenya at large.

​Thank you to all delegates, partners, and stakeholders who made this event a resounding success!

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🎉 THAT’S A WRAP! The 9th KAHC & KUDHEIHA HR Conference Has Concluded!What an incredible two days at ! From deep dives in...
23/10/2026

🎉 THAT’S A WRAP! The 9th KAHC & KUDHEIHA HR Conference Has Concluded!

What an incredible two days at ! From deep dives into Diversity & Inclusion and HR Metrics on Day 1, to mastering Labour Laws and HR Governance on Day 2, our delegates leave Taita Taveta equipped with actionable tools to transform their workplaces!

Day 2 Highlights:
⚖️ Clear legal guidance on navigating labor laws with Hon. Ivy Wasike.

🏛️ Professional governance benchmarks set by Ms. Irene Kimacia- Head of Corporate Affairs & Communication

🎙️ An inspiring plenary feedback session establishing key commitments for compliant, resilient, and inclusive workplaces.

📸 Swipe through to see highlights from today’s sessions, plenary discussions, and our closing photo!
A huge thank you to all hotel directors, HR managers, speakers, and partners who joined us! Safe travels back home, and see you at the next KAHC event!

📌 DAY 1 RECAP: Driving Workplace Transformation at the 9th KAHC & KUDHEIHA HR Conference. Day 1 of the 9th KAHC & KUDHEI...
22/10/2026

📌 DAY 1 RECAP: Driving Workplace Transformation at the 9th KAHC & KUDHEIHA HR Conference.

Day 1 of the 9th KAHC & KUDHEIHA Human Resource Conference at Voi Wildlife Lodge has officially concluded! It has been an extraordinary day filled with high-impact learning, practical frameworks, and strategic alignment, opening with official remarks from KAHC CEO Mike Macharia.

Here is a summary of the powerful technical sessions delivered by our expert speakers today:

🔹 Advancing Diversity & Inclusion in Hospitality | Tony Olaka, Chief Consulting Partner, Teams that Win. Examined actionable frameworks for embedding Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) into hotel culture—moving from basic compliance to leveraging inclusion as an operational strategy for guest service excellence and innovation. Incorporated an interactive session in the training.

🔹 Leveraging HR Metrics to Drive Workforce Performance | CHRP Nelson Ogudha, HR Analyst & Author.

Demonstrated how hospitality HR executives can harness data analytics, productivity tracking, and performance metrics to measure ROI, optimize labor costs, and back strategic decision-making with numbers.

🔹 Advancing Mental Health & Wellbeing in Hospitality Workplaces | Dr. Stephen Wahome, Consultant, Psychological Health Services.

Tackled the vital issue of employee wellness, presenting preventative mental health frameworks, burnout management techniques, and practical support structures tailored for fast-paced hotel and lodge environments. The afternoon concluded with an engaging interactive session where delegates exchanged real-world case studies and solutions.

Thank you to our esteemed facilitators and passionate delegates for making Day 1 a resounding success! Time to unwind and network at tonight's Cocktail Reception.

📍 WE HAVE KICKED OFF! Welcome to Day 1 of the 9th KAHC & KUDHEIHA HR Conference! The doors are open at the beautiful Voi...
22/10/2026

📍 WE HAVE KICKED OFF!

Welcome to Day 1 of the 9th KAHC & KUDHEIHA HR Conference!

The doors are open at the beautiful Voi Wildlife Lodge as delegates, partners, and HR leaders gather for two days of transformative learning, networking, and industry growth!

Together with KUDHEIHA and industry experts, we are setting out to build a more compliant, resilient, and inclusive workplace for Kenya’s hospitality family.

📸 Swipe through to see photos from participant arrivals, registration, and our opening ceremony!

👇 Are you attending ?

Drop a comment below and let us know which session you are looking forward to the most today!

🎯 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! Welcome to  !The waiting is over. The KAHC Annual Human Resource Conference 2026 opens its doors ...
21/10/2026

🎯 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! Welcome to !

The waiting is over. The KAHC Annual Human Resource Conference 2026 opens its doors tomorrow, Thursday, 22nd October, at the beautiful Voi Wildlife Lodge.

⏰ Registration & Welcome Coffee: 8:00 AM

📍 Venue: Voi Wildlife Lodge, Taita Taveta County

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We look forward to receiving our delegates, speakers, and partners for an impactful two days.

See you in Taita Taveta!

📍 48 HOURS UNTIL  !Travel preparations are underway as hospitality leaders head to Voi Wildlife Lodge, Taita Taveta for ...
20/10/2026

📍 48 HOURS UNTIL !

Travel preparations are underway as hospitality leaders head to Voi Wildlife Lodge, Taita Taveta for two days of strategy, compliance, and culture transformation!

💡 Transforming HR practices for a compliant, resilient, and inclusive workplace starts on Thursday morning.

🚘 Safe travels to all delegates making their way to Taita Taveta!

📲 Follow our social pages for live updates, key takeaways, and session highlights throughout the event.

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Nairobi
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