The government's assurance on the safety of tourists following a number of recent attacks is welcome but a little more needs to be done.
Tourism is a very sensitive industry whose fortunes hinge on security.
The majority of tourists leave their countries hoping to enjoy themselves and return home. Reports of violence or instability invariably lead to the cancellation of bookings. Many will recall that the tourism declined sharply following clashes at the Coast over a year ago, leading to many hotel closures and massive staff layoffs. Despite the restoration of peace at the Coast, the industry's recovery has been painfully slow. Many Coast hotels remain closed while the few that are operating still have very low bed occupancy rates.