It is a shame. The countryside is beautiful and lush, the people gregarious and gracious. Given the chance to run their own businesses and farms without undue government interference, they usually prosper. One crown jewel of achievement can be found in the pragmatic way in which the Kenyans administer their wildlife parks. Tourism is Kenya's largest industry, with plenty of well-heeled foreigners willing to pay big bucks to see the fantastic wildlife up close.
Tours are available at every level from bare-bones to luxurious.
Natives are employed to fill positions from trained safari guide to gift shop trinket seller. Rangers are hired to keep the animals safe from poachers. The animals didn't seem bothered in the slightest by either the humans or the vehicles. The people, the animals and the tourists all benefit. Hopefully, in 2002, the Kenyans will finally be able to rid themselves of their corrupt government and criminal President and work towards the destiny they deserve.