Prof. Wangari Maathai’s Legacy lives on

I don't really know why I care so much. I just have something inside me that tells me that there is a problem, and I have got to do something about it. I think that is what I would call the God in me.

All of us have a God in us, and that God is the spirit that unites all life, everything that is on this planet. It must be this voice that is telling me to do something, and I am sure it's the same voice that is speaking to everybody on this planet - at least everybody who seems to be concerned about the fate of the world, the fate of this planet.

- Wangari Maathai



Reading this quote awakens the passion of the late Prof. Wangari Maathai. She spoke for the trees and the environment. Her selfless passion to conserve the environment is one that has inspired the sustainability practice and motto globally and her professed love for nature is a journey Sarova Hotels, Resorts & Game Lodges is honored to be a part of.

On 1^st of January 2005 Prof Maathai visited Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa and planted a tree at the Resort's frontage lush lawns.

There has been global outcry on the need to conserve the environment and promote sustainable business practice. Sarova Hotels, Resorts & Game Lodges have made it a custom to engage guests in tree planting and environmental conservation activities.   

The late Prof. Wangari Maathai Signs the  guest book at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, looking on is the Resort's Regional General Manager, Mr. Mohammed Hersi and the Resorts Management staff.

Globally, many have emulated and followed in the footsteps of the late Prof. Wangari Maathai all focused on conserving the environment. In March 2010, Sarova Hotels, Resorts & Game Lodges also launched the Green Tsavo Reforestation project in an effort to conserve the environment. Sarova Hotels, Resorts & Game Lodges together with Friends of Tsavo and Futouris Group mobilized the community and partners to kickstart a pilot project that was aimed at planting 1 Million trees and this was a dream to see Tsavo become green for the benefit of the eco-system.

In December, 2010, the festive season theme at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa was “Celebrating the legends of the Ages” and notably the late Prof. Wangari Maathai was amongst the twelve legends celebrated. Her day dubbed “SEEDLINGS FOR CHRISTMAS” was marked by tree planting activities that saw guests plant trees along the Mombasa- Malindi highway and children were also sensitized on the need to embrace and conserve the environment. Sarova Hotels had crowned her a legend; a beacon of hope for environmental sustainability. See below picture.

The Center Piece; an authentic 13 meters pyramid incorporating the faces of the various Legends who were celebrated in the 2009 Festive Season theme dubbed" Christmas- Legends of the Ages. From the top we have the Late Michael Jackson, The three wise men, Cleopatra, Beethoven and the Late Prof. Wangari Maathai.

The late Prof. Wangari Maathai might not be here with us today, but her legacy and drive to see Kenya and the universe at large conserve the environment is one that will live with us forever. As Sarova Hotels, Resorts & Game Lodges, we shall endeavor to carry on the late Prof. Wangari Maathai’s Vision in all areas that we operate.  

Sarova hotels pays tribute to Kenya’s fallen hero- Rest in Peace.

 



Sarova Stanley Emerged winner of the World Travel Awards 2011



Inset( Sarova Hotels  Marketing & Sales Director  Mr. Jimi Kariuki receives the Kenya's Leading Hotel Award 2011 from Mr. Graham Cooke, President & Founder of the World Travel Awards. Looking on is Mr. Ben Katungi- Sarova Stanley's F & B Manager).

Sarova Stanley was crowned as Kenya's leading hotel in the World Travel Awards 2011 for the second year running as Sarova Stanley received this award in 2010. Sarova Hotels is pleased to receive this prestigious award as we strive to offer our customers a memorable experience, and this accolade is evidence that our hard work is translating into global recognition.

Today, Sarova Stanley's heritage character is preserved whilst offering modern hotel services and amenities to create Nairobi's most special city hotel experience. The hotel is also a member of the Preferred Hotel Group under the category, Summit Hotels & Resorts.

 



Sarova Hotels, Resorts and Game Lodges Earn Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence