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    Embedding Lifelong Learning in HospitalityTVET: The Boma International Hospitality College (Kenya) Model for Sustainable Careers in Africa
    (ICHRIE, 2026) Nyongesa, Destaings Nyenyi; Irungu, Samuel; Omusebe, Jocelyn; Tunoi; Enoch
    The hospitality and tourism sector in Africa drives significant employment and growth, yet many workers enter the industry through informal pathways that limit career mobility. Embedding lifelong learning within Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) is therefore essential for reskilling, upskilling, and formally recognizing experiential learning. This study uses Boma International Hospitality College (BIHC) in Kenya as a case study to examine institutional models that support lifelong learning in hospitality TVET. A review of global, regional, and national literature was combined with an institutional analysis of BIHC’s training ecosystem, including international qualifications, micro-credentials, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), and the integration of research and innovation through PATHRI. Findings show that BIHC provides flexible, modular, and industry-aligned pathways that validate informal skills and support targeted professional development. The study concludes that BIHC offers a scalable model for Africa and recommends mainstreaming RPL, accrediting micro-credentials, and strengthening industry partnerships and innovation-driven curricula.
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    Examination of the Interaction of Tourism Seasonality, Hospitality Enterprise Size, and Patronage Rate in Visitor Flow Dynamics in Kisumu Region, Kenya
    (ICHRIE, 2025) Nyongesa, Destaings Nyenyi; Amata, Mwalo Mathias; Irungu, Samuel
    Tourism seasonality has significantly impacted hospitality enterprises' financial stability and operational efficiency. However, its interaction with enterprise size and patronage rate remains underexplored, particularly in urban destinations such as Kisumu Region, Kenya. This study examines how tourism seasonality, hospitality enterprise size, and patronage rate influence visitor flow dynamics. A mixed-methods research design was adopted; the study integrated quantitative analysis of visitor numbers with qualitative insights from key industry stakeholders. Results indicate that seasonality significantly affects visitor numbers, with larger enterprises exhibiting more pronounced seasonal fluctuations than smaller ones. However, patronage rates do not significantly moderate these trends, suggesting that customer behavior remains relatively consistent across seasons. The results highlight the need for tailored business strategies based on enterprise size and policy interventions to promote Kisumu as a year-round destination. The study contributes to the broader discourse on sustainable tourism management by providing empirical insights that inform business resilience and policy Planning in seasonally affected urban tourism destinations.