HARRIET AKINYI

TRAVEL AND CONSERVATION JOURNALIST

Kenya

Harriet is not just a journalist; she's a storyteller on a mission to showcase the beauty of Africa's tourism and conservation scene. With a degree in Political Science and Sociology, her love for history and human behavior led her to explore a different side of life.
My work has been featured in renowned international travel publications, including Fodor, Afar, Conde Naste, CNBC, INews and Skift. She's even graced the BBC Travel Kenya edition, shedding light on high-end lodges and the challenges faced by African travelers.

Portfolio
AFAR Media
12/01/2021
The Best Places to Travel in 2022

Where will 2022 take you? Below, you'll find 39 destinations-from Abu Dhabi to Alberta, Canada-where your visit will really count. Locals tell us what's new, exciting, and worth the trip in the coming year.

Skift
11/15/2022
Africa Sees Return of Stolen Artifacts as Boost for Diaspora Tourism

And African officials believe they would get a tourism boost from the return of objects they argue were stolen from the continent. Although it's not their primary motivation in fighting for their repatriation, African authorities envision those artifacts being tourist attractions at museums. Up to 90 percent of Sub-Saharan Africa's material cultural legacy, including sound recordings and photographs, is located outside of the continent.