NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 13-Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) has resumed operations of its Olkaria geothermal Spa which had been closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
A statement by KenGen says that the Spa was opened after a thorough assessment by the Ministry of Health and Nakuru County Government Health Officials who gave the facility a clean bill of health to resume operations under strict compliance with the COVID-19 preventive measures.
“I encourage members of the public visiting our Geothermal Spa to observe all COVID-19 protocols as you enjoy this natural resource that is unique not only in Kenya but in the entire African continent,” KenGen Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Rebecca Miano said.
During the closure, KenGen said it used the opportunity to conduct routine maintenance and improve the facility to enhance user experience.
The opening of Olkaria Geothermal Spa offers Kenyans an alternative to Mombasa and other distant tourist destinations as they get to explore the health benefits of geothermal steam which is also used for electricity generation.
“The KenGen Geothermal Spa provides a comforting and invigorating atmosphere where visitors can relax their body and mind,” the statement added.
