Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre

13/06/2026

Strong partnerships between Eastern Africa and Europe are opening new pathways for education, innovation, research, and workforce development.

From 1–12 June 2026, Dr. Esther Munyiri of Kenyatta University and Country Manager for the Future Leaders Challenge – Eastern Africa (FLC EA), participated in the Second International Staff Week at the University of Girona, joining more than 50 professionals from 35 universities across 15 countries.

Alongside Prof. Jaume Guia, FLP EA International Strategic Board Representative, she showcased key workforce development initiatives, including the 3is Project and the Future Leaders Platform – Eastern Africa (FLP EA), highlighting the importance of connecting education, industry, and emerging talent.

The engagement also created new opportunities for Erasmus+ collaboration, institutional partnerships, academic mobility, innovation, and future skills development between Eastern Africa and Europe.

Through FLP EA, international partnerships continue to translate into meaningful action, connecting global expertise with regional impact and helping to develop the leaders, innovators, and workforce of the future. 🚀

👏🏽 Special appreciation to FLP Founder Hubert Ummels and FLP EA Patron Rebecca Miano for championing this vision.

11/06/2026

11/06/2026

A healthy planet is the foundation of resilient communities, sustainable tourism, and future prosperity.

As we celebrate World Environment Day, let us reaffirm our commitment to protecting natural resources, strengthening climate resilience, and building a more sustainable future for generations to come.

Together, we can create healthier ecosystems, stronger destinations, and a more resilient world.

04/06/2026

Dr. Albert Kariuki, Director of the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre (GTRCMC) – Eastern Africa, is representing the Centre and Kenyatta University at ZATEX 2026.

The Zambia Travel Expo (ZATEX) is Zambia's premier tourism and trade event. Taking place from June 4–6 at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre (Kenneth Kaunda Wing) in Lusaka, the expo brings together local tourism operators, regional suppliers, international buyers, and investors to drive growth across the tourism sector.

During the event, Dr. Kariuki will present a paper on tourism resilience in destinations, highlighting strategies for building stronger, more sustainable, and resilient tourism economies.

01/06/2026

🌪️ June 1 marks the start of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season.

Preparation is the foundation of resilience.

As destinations around the world face increasing climate and disaster risks, the ability to prepare, anticipate, and collaborate has never been more important. Resilience is not built during a crisis. It is built through the actions we take before one occurs.

At GTRCMC, we continue to champion proactive planning, data-driven decision-making, and strong partnerships to help destinations recover faster and emerge stronger.

✅ Prepare
✅ Anticipate
✅ Collaborate
Because the work we do today shapes how we recover tomorrow.

🌍 Prepared Today. Resilient Tomorrow.

01/06/2026

Welcome to June!

As we enter a new month, we are reminded that resilience begins with preparation.

June marks the start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season, a timely reminder of the importance of planning, collaboration, and innovation in building stronger communities and more resilient destinations.

At GTRCMC, we remain committed to advancing tourism resilience, strengthening preparedness, and supporting sustainable development around the world.

Here's to a month of growth, resilience, and new opportunities. 🌱🌎✈️

25/05/2026

🇯🇲 Happy Labour Day from the GTRCMC! 🌍

Today, we celebrate the spirit of service, community, and nation-building that continues to shape a stronger Jamaica. 💪🏽

Labour Day reminds us that resilience is built through collective action, volunteerism, and people coming together to uplift communities and create a more sustainable future for all.

21/05/2026

Award-winning destination Jamaica 🇯🇲 has once again emerged as the Caribbean’s top choice for Canadian travellers after securing two major honours at the 2026 TravelPulse Canada Readers’ Choice Awards in Toronto. 🌍✨

Jamaica was named Best Destination – Caribbean, while the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) earned the award for Best Tourism Board – Caribbean. 🏆
The recognition reflects the strength of Jamaica’s tourism product, strategic partnerships, and continued commitment to delivering world-class visitor experiences.

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, noted that the awards are a strong endorsement from the Canadian travel market and reaffirm Jamaica’s position as a leading global tourism destination.

This achievement also highlights the importance of resilience, innovation, and destination excellence in maintaining global competitiveness within the tourism industry. 🌱

🌍 🇯🇲

09/05/2026

Day 2 of the South Coast Confidence Tour continued to highlight the strength of St. Elizabeth’s tourism product, with a strong focus on community, culture and boutique experiences.

The tour featured stops at Jakes Hotel, the vibrant Jack Sprat Restaurant, Lashings Art Hotel & Beach Club and the iconic Lovers Leap, each showcasing the seamless blend of tourism and community that defines the South Coast. From relaxed coastal charm to elevated cliffside views, the experiences reflected a destination that has rebounded with confidence and authenticity.

Together, these stops reinforced a clear message that the South Coast is not only open, but unyielding, offering diverse and immersive experiences rooted in community and resilience.

01/05/2026

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has highlighted the important connection between health security and tourism resilience during the launch of the UWI Mona Faculty of Medical Sciences’ Research Support Fund. 🌍🏥

Supported by a $10 million contribution from the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF), the initiative aims to strengthen Jamaica’s capacity to respond to health risks, protect lives, and build confidence in the tourism sector.

Minister Bartlett noted that today’s destinations are judged not only by their beauty, but also by their preparedness, innovation, and ability to respond to crises.

The initiative also supports Jamaica’s “Local First” agenda by encouraging more investment in Jamaican-led research, health systems, and innovation 🇯🇲✨

Through partnerships between tourism, science, and research, Jamaica continues to advance as a global leader in resilience thinking.