Officially the Republic of Kenya, the country is home to over 44 million people and covers over 581 thousand square miles of land, sharing borders with Somalia in the north-east, Ethiopia to the north, South Sudan to the north-west, Uganda to the west and Tanzania to the south as well as having an ocean border with the Indian Ocean on the south-east.

Kenya’s capital is Nairobi and its Parliamentary government is run under President Uhuru Kenyatta and Deputy President William Samoei Ruto. It’s historically been recognized as one of the oldest human habitations in the world, with Ethiopia, often called the ‘Cradle of Mankind’ in near proximity. 

Stone Age History

Early hominids (Orrorin Tugenensis) dating back possibly as far as 6.1 million years ago are believed to have inhabited Kenya as is denoted by fossils found in 2000 in the Tugen Hills. Additionally, Australopithecus Anamensis fossils have been found near Lake Turkana in 1965 which date back 4.1 million years, a 1.6 million year old Homo Erectus skeleton found in 1984 in Lake Turkana and Acheulian hand axes dating back as far as 1.76 million years ago have been discovered in Namoratunga on the coast of Lake Turkana, Nyanza.

Bronze Age History

By the start of the Bronze Age in the 3^rd Millennium BC, the only remaining groups of hominin were anatomically modern humans and likely ancestors of the modern Khoisan peoples. Cushitic speakers migrated from northern Africa into the country around the 2^nd Millennium BC.

Iron Age History

By the beginning of the Iron Age in the 1^st Millennium BC, the Bantu peoples reached the country following their expansion from the Cameroon.

1^st Century – 15^th Century History

It’s known that by the 1^st Century AD, Arab Traders had made contact with the peoples of the Kenyan coastline and had begun trading with the inhabitants. Shortly afterwards, Greek Merchants originating in Egypt had also begun to trade with the region and by the 5^th Century AD, seafaring traders from India, Indonesia and the Persian Gulf had also begun to trade with the country and its surrounding neighbours. At a certain point in time, other countries in Oceanic Asia  (mainly Malaysia) as well as China and Persia (modern day Iran) also began to trade with the region.

With a huge amount of increased traffic and commerce, large centres for business began to be constructed in settlements which eventually developed into city-states such as Pate, Malindi, Mombasa and Zanzibar. By the 8^th Century the city-states had come under the influence of Islam which reinforced ties with the Gulf region and the surrounding Middle East area while the Swahili language had been standardized as the spoken language of business and Arabic became the prominent aspect of Swahili written language. Trade exploded as rare gems, ivory, gold, tortoise shells and slaves began to be traded in mass numbers and economies on all sides of the Indian Ocean dramatically rose.

By the end of the 15^th Century, specifically 1498, the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama reached Mombasa, Kenya, and attempted to begin setting up naval bases to gain control over the Indian Ocean, competing with other European economies, most prominently the Spanish, French and British Empires, in the process.

16^th Century – 19^th Century History

The Portuguese continued to install naval bases in the country and in the process set up direct trade routes with the Middle East and Africa as well as their goal country: India. Spice Trade routes became the biggest targets due to the influx of cultures conglomerated into one location and so the Red Sea and Persian Gulf began being targeted majorly by European colonies as trade routes, as well as many land-based caravan routes. However, the Republic of Venice rapidly gained control of these regions and began a trade monopoly following the closing of traditional land routes to India by the Ottoman Turks. The Portuguese began to try to break the monopoly by setting up formal settlements from the 16^th Century onwards, starting in Tanzania and moving out from there. Eventually the Portuguese set up Fort Jesus in Mobasa in 1593 and using its influence combined with a strong naval force were able to demand high tariffs on transported items through the local area.

In the 17^th Century, a combination of English, Dutch and Omani forces began to break the new monopoly set up by the Portuguese, openly attacking their fortresses and naval vessels with Omani forces capturing Fort Jesus in 1698, struggling to maintain control over the next few decades.

In the 18^th Century, Omani forces expelled the last of the Portuguese forces in Kenya and the surrounding East Africa coastline, specifically capturing the last Portuguese stronghold in 1730. However, to the south in Mozambique, Portuguese ports, settlements and territories persisted well into the late 20^th Century despite a now-lost interest in the region by the Portuguese Empire.

Following the expulsion of Portuguese forces from the region, Omani forces began to colonize the Kenyan and Tanzanian coastline and ran a much tighter monopoly on the city-states than the Portuguese had, but were unable to control the interior section of the country much like their predecessors. This was null, however, as the main trade routes via the ocean were now under Omani control, whom had begun a monopoly mainly on the Spice and Slave trades. The control of the Omani forces became so strong in fact, that the Omani Sultan Seyyid Said relocated Oman’s capital to Zanzibar in 1839. Meanwhile, the British Empire had focused their efforts purely on taking India and had disrupted the Omani trade routes in the process, putting pressure on Omani rule. Britain opened consul offices in Zanzibar alongside the French, Germans and Americans in 1840 to protect foreign investment in the area. Additionally, Britain began to launch Christian missionaries into the region in 1846 and in just four years they began to map the interior section of Kenya for the first time.

This new-found interest in Kenya sparked trade between the British Empire and Kenya, with Zanzibar becoming the main base of trade for the British, with the tonnage of foreign shipping calling at Zanzibar reaching 19 thousand tons by 1859. The British desired to abolish the slave trade at this point in time and this had put additional pressure on Oman’s forces due to their large dependence on the trade. In 1885, Imperial Germany set up a protectorate over the new Omani Sultan, Bargash bin Said’s, territory in Zanzibar. However, this was transferred to British Power in 1890 in exchange for the coast of Tanganyika, meeting strong resistance from multiple indigenous groups and individuals including Waiyaki Wa Hinga, leader of the Agikuyu, whom burned down Imperial British East Africa Company Administrator Frederick Lugard’s fort due to harassment after signing a treaty with the latter in the same year. In 1895, the British established direct rule through the East African Protectorate and the development of the first British railway from Mombasa to Kisumu began at the same time.

20^th Century History

The railway line was completed in 1901 and in 1902, the border for the East Africa Protectorate was extended to Uganda, allowing fertile highlands to be used by the British Empire for coffee farms. In the same year, the railway line began being extended into Uganda and was completed the following year. As the British attempted to modernize the region, 32,000 Indian labourers were imported into the country and laws were passed in 1909 prohibiting witchcraft, which was a major cause of murders in the country at the time. By the end of the 1910s, militant resistance by African forces had died out, but aggravation festered on.

In 1911, the Maasai peoples were forcefully removed from the Laikipia Plateau and were restricted to the southern Loieta plains two years later in 1913. This was largely in attempt to make way for Europeans from Britain and South Africa to set up coffee farms in the region. The Kikuyu tribe were able to take back some of the land reserved for Europeans but continued to feel cheated out of their rightful lands. Further confrontation was found during the railway line’s construction, especially when the Nandi tribe leader and diviner, Koitalel Arap Samoei prophesied that a black snake would tear through the surrounding lands spitting fire, and was interpreted as the railway line sparking ten years of warring between the local tribes and builders of the line. The country became a military base for the British in the First World War in 1914 in an attempt to minimize activity by the German colonial efforts to the south, and despite a truce between the governors of British and German East Africa in the same year, Lieutenant Colonel Paul von Lettow-Vorbeck took command of German Military Forces and conducted a guerrilla warfare campaign. Lettow-Vorbeck was able to effectively capture most of Britain’s suppliers in the region but surrendered in Zambia eleven days after the end of the war in 1918.

As the war came to a close, the African natives in the region began to realize their effect on the surrounding area on a political level and began to actively form parties to participate in government starting in 1921 with Harry Thuku’s East African Association and Archdeacon Owen’s Voice of the People. Shortly afterwards, the Kikuyu Central Association (KCA) formed and began to attempt to unite the Kikuyu peoples, but this was seriously undermined by various controversies over tradition and support for Thuku.

By the 1930s, the government began to become negatively involved in the lives of ordinary Africans through changes in land management, educational supervision and marketing controls, devaluing the tribal hierarchies employed traditionally and further pressuring the indigenous peoples. At the same time, the White Coffee Farmers began to take a voice in government and through hut taxes, the banning of coffee grown by the natives and less valued labour, the natives began to move to the cities and the farmers took more land. As the end of the 30s rolled around, the Second World War kicked off and Kenya once again became a British military base.

Britain began launching campaigns against Italian forces in Somalia and Ethiopia from Kenya and through African Nationalism stimulated by the war, the British forces gained 98,000 African men in their military. On the closure of the war in 1945, African Nationalism kept on holding fast and a majority of the peoples had moved to the major cities. In 1946, the Kenya African Study Union, founded by Thuku in 1944, became the Kenya African Union (KAU) and the group began calling for widespread access to white-owned land and in 1947, Jomo Kenyatta became the new president of the KAU and pushed more aggressive polities and tactics.

In 1952, the British Colonial Office diversified its members in the Legislative Council greatly, electing 14 European, 6 Asian, 6 African and 2 Arabs whom rapidly became the driving force in government by 1954. At the same time, the Mau Mau militant group, dominated by the Kikuyu, rose up against British forces in the area and engaged in multiple bloody skirmishes with the British Army. By 1956, the British had killed over 12,000 Mau Mau Militants in an attempt to suppress the Mau Mau’s multiple atrocities and Kenyatta was convicted as the leader of the group, being sentenced to prison. However, the military campaign had strong implications; in 1958 the country received its first constitution, and, for the first time ever, Thuku, a Kikuyu, was able to win a coffee licence, becoming the first African Board member of the Kenya Planters Coffee Union in 1959.

Following the Mau Mau Uprising, the British realized that more struggles were inevitable unless change was made, so in 1960 the New Kenya Group reached an agreement between its African and English members that moved towards independence and equality. The Kenya African National Union (KANU) was formed as well by James S. Gichuru, a Kikuyu leader, and Tom Mboya, a Labour leader. However, the group fragmented in 1961 with the new group called the Kenya African Democratic Union (KADU) led by R. Ngala and M. Muliro. In the general elections in the same year, out of 33 African seats (20 were reserved by Europeans, Arabs and Asians), KANU took 19 seats while KADU took 11. In the same year, Kenyatta was released from prison and quickly became the president of majority seat holder KANU. A coalition was formed between the KADU and the KANU in the following year with Kenyatta as the head of the latter while Ngala took the head position of the former. They managed to establish a new 1962 Constitution which set up a 117-member House of Representatives and a 41-member Senate, dividing the country into seven regions, each with their own assembly. Furthermore, the principle of seats reserved for non-Africans was abandoned.

The following year in 1963, open elections were held with KADU gaining control of the Western, Coast and Rift Valley regions, and KANU gaining control of the Nyanza, Central and Eastern Regions as well as winning majorities in the Senate and House of Representatives. Kenyatta became President as Kenya, for the first time in history, gained complete self-governance. Further constitutional changes occurred in 1963 with British agreement, eventually culminating in Kenya’s independence at the end of the same year but retaining the status of a Commonwealth realm. The following year Kenya became a Republic and further constitutional changes were made. The White farmers were mainly bought out by the British government and returned to Britain, the resulting land was then split up and given to farmers, mainly Kikuyu, Meru and Embu tribespeople. KADU dissolves voluntarily in 1964 and most of the former members joined the only party left, KANU. KANU remained the sole government party until 1966 when it fractured again, with the fracture becoming the Kenya People’s Union (KPU) lead by Jaramogi Oginga Odinga. In 1969, Mboya was assassinated to stop his potential successorship to Kenyatta and following the proceeding riots and tensions between the Kikuyu and Luo peoples, the KPU was banned and Kenya became a one-party state.

Kenya entered into a proposal with Tanzania and Uganda to form an East African Union but the plan did not win approval, however, it was able to form the East African Community that maintained customs union and some common services until it fell apart in 1977. The following year, Kenyatta passed away and Vice-President Danial Arap Moi became interim President, and then was formally made President after being elected head of KANU and designated as the sole nominee. Moi quickly drove power and authority into his tribe, the Kalenjin, and a few allies, sparking a failed coup d’état by Senior Private Grade I Hezekiah Ochuka, riots and looting. In response to the attempt, Robert Ouko was appointed to expose corruption as high levels but was assassinated, with Moi’s closest associate dismissed and incriminated. Starting with Germany, multiple countries began to politically protest the violence of Moi’s regime and to push for the allowance of other parties.

In 1980, Kenyan forces pushed into the Somali Garissa District of the North Eastern Province under the premise of flushing out local gang leader Abdi Madobe but in actuality set fire to buildings, killed inhabitants and committed rape, the survivors were rounded up into a primary school and held there for three days without food or water, resulting in the deaths of over 3000. The Somali government threatened to occupy the country if the atrocities didn’t end and the Kenyan government responded by pulling out of the area. Four years later in 1984, Kenyan forces pushed into the Wagalla Airstrip in the same province under the ruse of diffusing clan-related conflict, kidnapping 5,000 Somali men and starving them of food and water for five days, before executing them.

With pressure mounting, the one-party section of the constitution was revoked in 1991 and the Forum for the Restoration of Democracy (FORD) was formed under Oginga Odinga, a Luo, and Kenneth Matiba, a Kikuyu. The following year in the general elections the government entered into a coalition as Moi took 37% of the vote, Matiba took 26%, Mwai Kibaki took 19% and Odinga took 18% with KANU winning 97 of the 188 seats. In 1993, Moi’s government agreed to economic reforms and serviced over $7.5 billion of its foreign debt. In 1997, the political system became even more liberal as political parties were made able to diversify from 11 parties to 26 and Moi retained his position as President in the elections but his party only barely held onto a majority in parliament. He realized his grip was slipping and attempted to shift the strategy of his party to the politics of generational conflict.



21^st Century History

Due to not being able to run for President again due to the constitution, Moi appointed Uhuru Kenyatta as his successor, but the strategy backfired and instead his former Vice-President, now National Rainbow Coalition (NaRC) Leader Mwai Kibaki, was elected as President. For the next few years, Kenya’s economy dramatically improved due to a more balanced cabinet and widespread international support for its government, seeing its annual growth rate change from -1.6% in 2002 to 2.6% by 2004, 3.4% in 2005 and 5.5% in 2007. Despite this, tensions remained high due to social inequalities with a disproportionate amount of funding going to the Kikuyu and the already-wealthy.

In 2007 alone, 120 people were killed during a feud betweenthe Mungiki tribe and the police, and likewise in many places across the country, ethnic groups continued to fight for land. In the same year, the Oranga Democratic Movement (ODM) came into power with their leader, Raila Amolo Odinga, as President. However, it’s known that claims of rigging by both sides smeared the results of the elections, with the votes being roughly even before the rigging started.
In 2008, hundreds of Kalenjin came down from the hills and burned a Kikuyu school in Rift Valley and displaced three hundred thousand Kikuyu community members. The Kikuyu responded by forming into gangs, hunting down Luos and Kalenjins and killing them with makeshift weaponry. 

Phrases

Above are a few common Swahili phrases to help you get around.

Languages

There are around 70 languages spoken in Kenya with most being indigenous to the region and a few being imported from foreign countries. Most prominent is Swahili which developed during the 1st Millennium AD following the boost in trade and commerce with the Gulf and South East Asia. Additionally, English is used throughout the country frequently, especially for business transactions.

Indigenous languages can be broken into two main groups, the Niger-Congo languages which include Kikuyu, Kamba and Ekegusii, and the Nilo-Saharan languages which include Dholuo, Kalenjin and Maasai, among others. Additionally, many Afro-Asiatic languages such as Oromo and Arabic, as well as many Indo-European languages such as Hindustani and German, are also spoken frequently. 
 

Religion

The most prominent religion in Kenya is Christianity which makes up around 82% of the population, around 47% of the population is specifically the Protestant sect and a further 23% is Catholic, the remaining 12% is divided somewhat equally among Presbyterians, Baptists, Methodists, Reformed, Lutherans, the Anglican Church of Kenya, Pentecostal, New Apostolic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Branhamism, the United Pentecostal Church International and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Islam’s foothold is Kenya is also strong with around 11% of the population, around 7% identify as Shia, 4% identify as Ahmadi and the remaining tends to identify as Sunni, mostly Shafii. The Baha’I Faith is also prominent, with around 1% of the population as followers. Around 2% of the population consider themselves Atheist and the remaining 3% are followers of indigenous African religions.

Museums, Galleries & Architecture

Kenya’s Architectural history is limited with mainly colonial-era buildings and modern buildings remaining. However, in some places various parts of Arabic culture exist, especially in many of the country’s Mosques. Likewise, some small parts of Gothic styles exist in some of the country’s Churches. Indigenous structures typically include small mud-huts with thatched roofing, sometimes covering the whole house.

Clothing, Dress Style & Etiquette

With over 42 different ethnic communities, each with its own traditional wear and symbolism, Kenya’s clothing is extremely diverse and may also contain influences from Arabic, European and even Asian cultures. However, several clothing pieces have become more prominent as of recent decades; these include the Kitenge (a piece of embroidered and tie-dyed cloth used to carry children or as a headscarf) and the Kanga (a piece of cloth with a print on it used as a body wrap).

Literature, Poetry, Music & Dance

Kenya’s music features a great deal of diversity with Benga, Afro-Fusion, Indigenous music, Folk songs and world hits commonly playing on Kenyan TV and Radio. These variants tend to have two distinctive types, Swahili and Congolese, which are often then combined further with modern pop and rock genres.
Popular artists in the country include Fadhili Williams, Them Mushrooms, Nameless, Necessary Noize, Kleptomaniax, Suzzanna Owiyo and Eric Wainaina. These artists frequently have their music featured on channels such as Channel O and MTV Base.

Calendar & Events

Starting on New Year’s Day, the first public holiday is celebrated, followed by Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday which can be celebrated any time between the end of March and the middle of April. On May 1^st, another public holiday, Labour Day, is announced, followed by Madaraka Day on June 1^st which commemorates the day that Kenya attained internal self-rule. This is followed by Eid al-Fitr (the End of Ramadan) at the end of July.

Next, Mashujaa Day, also known as Heroes’ Day, is celebrated on October 20^th to honour those whom contributed towards Kenya’s independence, shortly followed by Jamhuri Day, also known as Republic Day, on December 12^th. Finally, Christmas Day and Boxing day are celebrated on December 25^th and 26^th respectively. 

World famous, the Carnivore, located directly next to Wilson Airport and the Nairobi National Park, is THE place to be if you’re looking for an absolutely mind-blowing night out. The club regularly hosts concerts of up to twenty thousand people which features performers and musicians from all over Africa. Right next door is the Carnivore Restaurant for when you’re feeling the munchies after having a little dance.

Known to the locals as ‘F2’, the Florida 2000 is known for its wide range of high-class drinks and is located ideally in the city centre. But beware! This club isn’t for the faint of heart and features dancers for regular cabaret shows. However, it is good for food and provides nyamachoma (barbequed meat) alongside its drinks.

For a bit of a more chilled night out, Casablanca is your go-to spot. The club features more mellow Moroccan tunes and is split into three main areas which all incorporate a Bedouin style, complete with Shisha pipes, as well as an outer courtyard with open firepits and a small dance floor & bar.

The K1 Klub House has a much funkier atmosphere and features several bars including a sports bar with a large TV and a string of pool tables with a balcony. The K1 also features the Pitcher and Butch pub which incorporates a contemporary style fused with tribal African featurettes to bring forth a more relaxed atmosphere.

For a balance of relaxation and high-vibe energetic beats, the Rafikiz Bar & Lounge allows you to either chill out with some friends, good food and drinks, or you can hit the dance floor and blaze up a storm with lightning-fast footwork to the latest African top hits and tunes. 

Money

Kenya uses the Kenyan Shilling (KES) as its currency, one of which can be divided down into 100 cents. KES 2 is worth about $0.02 or £0.01.

Coins are available in 5, 10, 25, 50 Cent variants as well as 1, 2, 5, 10 and 20 Shilling variants.

Bank notes are available in 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1000 Shilling variants.

Economy

Kenya’s economy is mainly based in trading, making it a Market-Based Economy. This economy exports mainly to neighbours Uganda, Tanzania and the Congo as well as the Netherlands, the UK, the US and Egypt. Meanwhile it imports mainly from India, China, the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Today, the country sits on around $9.5 Billion public debt and sees a Gross Domestic Product of $41.84 Billion annually.

Kenya’s biggest exports are in natural resources such as Tea (21%), Cut Flowers (13%), Coffee (6%) and Legumes (4%) as well as a combination of other live plants, nuts and perfume plants. Additionally it has a roughly even split between processed natural resources such as Processed Fruits and Nuts (2%), Processed Vegetables (1%) and Tobacco (1%), industrial resources such as Refined Petroleum (4%), Cement (2%) and Feldspar (0.88%), and clothes, soap & cleaning products and other industries such as food, plastic and iron.

Banking

Kenya’s banking system is almost identical to most western countries’ and usually sees two main types of accounts including Current Accounts, where withdrawal is easy but interest rates are low, and Savings Accounts, where interest is higher but withdrawals may be restricted.

It should be mentioned however that although access to bank accounts via ATM machines is easy in large city-centres such as Nairobi, outside of the centres, especially in rural areas, withdrawing cash may be next to impossible.

Taxes

In Kenya, tax is applied in several ways, mainly on a corporate level but VAT and income tax, as well as several others, is also applied.

Companies may see several taxes applied, including Income tax (30% flat), Tertiary education tax (2% flat), Petroleum profits tax (85% flat, applied only to petrol companies), Capital gains tax, Dividends, Interest, Royalties, Rents and Consultancy fees (all 10% flat).

Residents of the country have several taxes applied including Royalties and Consultancy fees (both at 10% flat), Directors’ fees, Rents, Interest, Dividends and Capital gains tax (all 10% flat) and Income tax which scales as follows:

• KES below 16,000 ($180 or £110): 5%
• KES 16,000-32,000 ($360 or £210): 10%
• KES 32,000-60,000 ($680 or £400): 15%
• KES 60,000-86,000 ($980 or £570): 20%
• KES over 86,000: 25%

It’s important to note that although Residents may be taxed on all of their income, Non-Residents are only taxed on their Kenya-sourced income. 

Similar to Kenya’s clothing scene, the country’s cuisine is varied greatly due to its many countries, but common meals may include ingredients such as maize (corn), millet, sorghum, sukuma wiki (collard greens), ngwaci (sweet potatoes), ikwa (yams), nduma (taro root) and mianga (cassava) as well as many varieties of beans.

Dishes may include Ugali (dough made from maize flour served with vegetables or meat), Kachumbari (tomato and onion salad) and Chapati (unleavened flatbread). 

VISA Requirements
Citizens of the following three countries do not require a visa to visit Kenya for up to 90 days:

• Bahamas
• Barbados
• Belize
• Botswana
• Brunei
• Burundi
• Cyprus
• Dominica
• Ethiopia
• Fiji
• Gambia
• Ghana
• Grenada
• Jamaica
• Kiribati
• Lesotho
• Malawi
• Maldives
• Mauritius
• Namibia
• Nauru
• Papua New Guinea
• Rwanda
• Samoa
• Saint Kitts and Nevis
• Saint Lucia
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
• San Marino
• Seychelles
• Sierra Leone
• Singapore
• Solomon Islands
• Swaziland
• Tanzania
• Tonga
• Trinidad and Tobago
• Tuvalu
• Uganda
• Vanuatu
• Zambia
• Zimbabwe

Citizens from Malaysia do not require a visa to visit Kenya for up to 30 days.

All other countries can obtain a visa on arrival in the country except for the following countries that require a visa in advance:

• Afghanistan
• Armenia
• Azerbaijan
• Cameroon
• Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
• Eritrea
• Iraq
• Kosovo
• Lebanon
• Libya
• Mali
• Palestine
• Senegal
• Somalia
• South Africa
• Tajikistan

Health Care

There are both public and private variants for healthcare in the country and these are mainly run through clinics, health centres, nursing homes and hospitals. These are maintained by the Ministry of Health located in Afya House in Nairobi. Additionally, private hospitals, clinics and healthcare is offered by several organizations including the AAR, Jubilee Insurance, Alexander Forbes Healthcare and Avenue Healthcare.

Statistically, the maternal mortality rate per 100,000 births is at 530 (0.53%), the under-five mortality rate per 1,000 live births is 86 (8.6%) and the neonatal mortality rate per 1,000 live births as a percentage of the under-five mortality rate is 33 (3.3%). Furthermore the lifetime risk of death for pregnant women is 1 in 38. The country’s biggest issues it faces alongside these concerns are the spread of HIV/AIDS (6.2% of the population are carriers), Tuberculosis (0.27%) and Malaria (around 15% of patients are admitted for Malaria and around 75% of Kenyans are susceptible to it).

Transportation

Kenya’s road network stretches over 160 thousand kilometres but it’s important to note that only just over 11 thousand kilometres (6.9%) are paved. These include many international highways such as the Cairo-Cape Town Highway and the Lagos-Mombasa Highway and are used by vehicles of all types including public transportation such as buses.

The country also has extensive Railway coverage, covering in excess of over 2,000 kilometres, including the Uganda Railway connecting Kenya to Uganda and Tanzania, as well as a variety of smaller lines connecting Kenya to South Sudan.

Waterways in Kenya are limited to just the Lake Victoria System with an international ports in Mombasa and Kisimu as well as an inland port in Kisumu.

Mombasa also has the only commercial port that reaches international standards, Kilindini Harbour and plans for another international port in Lamu are underway as well. The country currently has 3 ships of a size of over 1,000 tons, two being passenger/cargo and the last being a petroleum tanker.
The country also has a number of airports, around 194 in total but with only 15 having paved runways. The country’s top airline is probably AirKenya and the largest airports include Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Kisumu Airport, Wajir Airport and Moi International Airport.

Embassies

Embassies in Kenya include:
 
Algerian Embassy in Kenya
 
Embassy of the Democratic People's Republic of Algeria in Nairobi, Kenya
37 Muthaiga Road, P.O. Box 53902, Nairobi, Kenya
 
PHONE
(+254) (20) 375 5559, (+254) (20) 375 2121         
FAX
(+254) (20) 375 5560, (+254) (20) 375 558
EMAIL
algerianembassy@hotmail.com
OFFICE HOURS
08.00-12.00 and 13.00-16.30
DETAILS
Mr Saad Maandi, Ambassador
 
Argentina
Argentinian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of the Argentine Republic in Nairobi, Kenya
KITISURU ROAD (3.3 E. KM) , P.O. BOX 30283, 00100-GPO, NAIROBI
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
4183119           
FAX
4183054
EMAIL
mail@embargentinakenya.com
OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Friday 8.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.
 
Australia
Australian Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Australian High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya
Riverside Drive, (400 mtrs off Chiromo Road), (Postal Add: PO Box 39341), Nairobi, Kenya, Postal address: P.O. Box 39341-00623, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(254-20) 427 7100         
FAX
(254-20) 427 7139
WEBSITE
http://www.kenya.embassy.gov.au/       
EMAIL
australian.hc.kenya@dfat.gov.au
OFFICE HOURS
The Embassy will be open from 7.45am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday except for public holidays. Entry into the Australian High Commission for visa, immigration and citizenship matters is by appointment only.
DETAILS
Australian travelers and residents in Kenya are encouraged to register with the Australian High Commission in Kenya and seek updated information on current security issues.
 
Austria
Austrian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Austria in Nairobi, Kenya
2nd floor, City House, Corner Wabera Street/Standard Street, P.O.B. 30560, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254/20) 31 90 76 to 78           
FAX
(+254/20) 34 22 90
WEBSITE
http://www.aussenministerium.at/nairobi 
EMAIL
nairobi-ob@bmeia.gv.at
 
Austria
Austrian Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya
 
Consulate of Austria in Mombasa, Kenya
3rd floor, Ralli House, Nyerere Avenue, P.O.B. 84045, Mombasa, Kenya
 
CITY
Mombasa        
PHONE
(+254) (41) 31 33 86      
FAX
(+254) (41) 31 33 86
EMAIL
tibor@tgaalarchitects.co.ke
 
Bangladesh
Bangladeshi Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Bangladeshi High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya
Ole Odume Road, off Argwings Khodek Road, P. O. Box 41645, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254) 20 386 2816 / (+254) 20 387 0467
FAX
(+254) 20 387 4133
WEBSITE
http://www.bdootnairobi.com    
EMAIL
bdhc@bdootnairobi.com
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday: 0900 to 1700 hr
 
Belgium
Belgian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Belgium in Nairobi
Limuru Road, Muthaiga, Nairobi
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+ (254) (20) 71.22.011/71.22.166/71.23.093/71.22.181     
FAX
+ (254) (20) 71.23.050
WEBSITE
http://www.diplomatie.be/nairobi           
EMAIL
Nairobi@diplobel.fed.be
OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Friday 08h30 to 17h00
VISA SECTION:
Monday to Thursday: 09h00 to 11h00
Friday: Closed
Telephone Enquiries:
Monday to Thursday: 14h30 to 15h30
Friday: 09h00 to 11h00
 
Belgium
Belgian Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya
 
Honorary Consulate of Belgium in Mombasa, Kenya
P.O. Box 91276 - 80103 Mombasa (Kenya)
 
CITY
Mombasa        
FAX
+ (254) (41) 474.236
EMAIL
consulbel@mombasa.be
 
Botswana
Botswana Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
High Commission of Botswana in Nairobi, Kenya
P.O. Box 754, 00606 Sarit Centre, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(2542) 447735
(2542) 448726   
FAX
(2542) 449782
 
Brazil
Brazilian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Brazil in Nairobi
Tanar Center, UN Crescent Road , UN Close, Gigiri , Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 712.5765 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.712.5765       
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 712.5767 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.712.5
EMAIL
geral@kenbrem.co.ke
 
Canada
Canadian Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Canadian High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya
Limuru Road, Gigiri, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(011 254 20) 366 3000   
FAX
(011 254 20) 366 3900
WEBSITE
http://www.kenya.gc.ca 
EMAIL
nrobi@international.gc.ca
OFFICE HOURS
Mondays - Thursdays 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fridays: 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
 
Canada
Canadian Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
The Permanent Mission of Canada to the United Nations Environment Programs, Nairobi
Limuru Road, Cigiri, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(011 254 20) 366 3000   
FAX
(011 254 20) 366 3900
EMAIL
nrobi@international.gc.ca
 
Canada
Canadian Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
The Permanent Mission of Canada to the United Nations Centre for Human Settlements (HABITAT), Nairob
Limuru Road, Gigiri, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(011 254 20) 366 3000   
FAX
(011 254 20) 366 3900
EMAIL
nrobi@international.gc.ca
 
Chile
Chilean Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Chile in Nairobi, Kenya
Riverside Drive N 66 Riverside, P.O.Box 45554 00100 Nairobi
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
254(20) 4452950
254(20) 4452951           
FAX
254(20) 4443209
EMAIL
echile@echile.co.ke
 
China
Chinese Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Chinese Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
Woodlands Road, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
00254-2726851
00254-2722559 
FAX
00254-2726402
00254-2711540
WEBSITE
http://ke.china-embassy.org      
EMAIL
chinaemb_ke@mfa.gov.cn
 
Colombia
Colombian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Colombia in Nairobi, Kenya
International House 6th Floor, Mama Ngina Street, P.O. Box 48494-00100, NAIROBI
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
009 254 2 246770/1       
FAX
009 254 2 246772
EMAIL
enairobi@cancilleria.gov.co
OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Friday 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.
 
Costa Rica
Costa Rican Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Honorary Consulate of Costa Rica in Nairobi, Kenya
No. 982-Code 00621 Village Market, Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
00 (254) 20 -71-20330    
FAX
00 (254) 20 -71 22255
EMAIL
aranibarmkt@iconnect.co.ke
OFFICE HOURS
9 a.m. a 4 p.m.
 
Cuba
Cuban Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Cuba in Nairobi, Kenya
Flame Tree Drive 93B Runda, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
254-07)74137859
WEBSITE
http://www.cubadiplomatica.cu/kenya    
EMAIL
consulado@ke.embacuba.cu
OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday through Friday, 9:00 am. to 1:00 pm Closed on holidays in Cuba
DETAILS
Ambassador: Raúl Rodríguez Ramos
 
Cyprus
Cypriot Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus in Nairobi, Kenya
International House 6th Floor, Mama Ngina Street, P.O.Box 30739, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+ 254 20 2220881         
FAX
+ 254 20 313202
EMAIL
cyprusnairobi@gmail.com
OFFICE HOURS
09:00 - 16:30 (Mon. - Fr.)
 
Czech Republic
Czech Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of the Czech Republic in Nairobi, Kenya
Milimani Road, Nairobi, Kenya, P.O.Box 48785, , 00100 Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
00254/722517161          
FAX
00254/20/2731013
WEBSITE
http://www.mzv.cz/nairobi         
EMAIL
nairobi@embassy.mzv.cz
OFFICE HOURS
Monday Friday 08.00 - 12.00, 12.30 - 16.30
 
Denmark
Danish Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Royal Danish Embassy in Kenya
Cassia House Westlands Office Park off Waiyaki Way, P O Box 40412 00100 GPO Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 445.1460 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.445.1460       
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 445.1474 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.445.1
WEBSITE
http://www.ambnairobi.um.dk    
EMAIL
nboamb@um.dk
OFFICE HOURS
Embassy opening hours: Monday - Thursday: 7.30 am to 3.30 pm Friday: 7.30 am to 12.30 pm Visa section opening hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 9.00am - 11.00am
 
Denmark
Danish Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya
 
Royal Danish Consulate Mombasa, Kenya
Mikanjuni Road, Liwatoni Bay, P.O. Box 99543, Mombasa, Kenya
 
CITY
Mombasa        
PHONE
+254 41 229241/2/3      
FAX
+254 41 221390
EMAIL
jhn@africaonline.co.ke
 
Ecuador
Ecuadorian Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Ecuadorian Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
P.O.Box 76626, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
254 2 722382    
FAX
254 2 720936
EMAIL
alfaroma@net200ke.com
 
Egypt
Egyptian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Egypt in Kenya
Kingara Road Lavington , Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(25420) 3870298-3870278-3870360         
FAX
(25420) 3870383
WEBSITE
http://www.mfa.gov.eg/Missions/kenya/nairobi/embassy/en-GB  
EMAIL
eg.emb_nairobi@mfa.gov.eg
OFFICE HOURS
09:00 - 4:30
 
Eritrea
Eritrean Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of the State of Eritrea In Kenya
PO Box 38651, 2nd Floor, New Rehema House, Raphta Road, Westlands
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+254-2-443164  
FAX
+254-2-443165
 
Estonia
Estonian Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Honorary Consulate of Estonia in Nairobi
Terrace Close, Westlands , Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 242.0880 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.242.0880       
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 444.8288 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.444.8
EMAIL
kadri.h.ayal@gmail.com
 
Ethiopia
Ethiopian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Ethiopia in Kenya
State House Avenue, P.O. Box: 45198 GPO, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
00254-2-2732057          
FAX
254-2-2732054
EMAIL
executive@ethiopianembassy.or.ke
OFFICE HOURS
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and 2:00p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
 
Finland
Finnish Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Finland in Nairobi, Kenya
Eden Square, Block 3, 6th floor, Greenway Rd off Westlands Rd
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+254-(0)20-3750721-4    
FAX
+254-(0)20-3750714
WEBSITE
http://www.finland.or.ke
EMAIL
sanomat.nai@formin.fi
OFFICE HOURS
Customer Service: Mon-Fri 9.00-12.00
 
Finland
Finnish Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya
 
Honorary Consulate of Finland in Mombasa, Kenya
Mikanjuni Road, Liwatoni Bay, c/o Shipmarc Ltd., Postal address: Honorary Consulate of Finland, P.O. Box 99543
 
CITY
Mombasa        
PHONE
(254-41) 229 241/-2/-3   
FAX
(254-41) 221390
EMAIL
jhn@africaonline.co.ke
 
France
French Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of France in Nairobi, Kenya
Barclay's Plaza, 9th Floor, Loita street, P.O. Box 41784, 00100 Nairobi
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
[254] (20) 277 80 00      
FAX
[254] (20) 277 81 80
WEBSITE
http://www.ambafrance-ke.org/  
EMAIL
ambafrance.nairobi@diplomatie.gouv.fr
 
Germany
German Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
German Embassy in Kenya
Ludwig Krapf House , Riverside Drive 113 , Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(00254 20) 426 21 00     
FAX
(00254 20) 426 21 29
WEBSITE
http://www.nairobi.diplo.de       
EMAIL
info@nairobi.diplo.de
DETAILS
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Germany
German Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya, Kenya
 
Honorary Consul of the Federal Republic of Germany in Mombasa, Kenya
Bank of India Building 2. Stock, Nkrumah Road, Mombasa, P.O Box 86779, Mombasa, Kenia
 
CITY
Mombasa, Kenya         
PHONE
(00254 41) 222 87 81     
FAX
(00254 41) 231 45 04
EMAIL
mombasa@germanconsul.com
 
Greece
Greek Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Greece in Nairobi, Kenya
Nation Tower, 7th Floor , Kimathi Str., P.O.Box 30543, 00100 Nairobi
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(00254 20) 340722 or 340744     
FAX
(00254 20) 2216044
EMAIL
gremb.nai@mfa.gr
OFFICE HOURS
hours: 09:00 - 16:00
DETAILS
Jurisdiction: The Embassy also serves Burundi, Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, Rwanda, Seychelles, Tanzania and Uganda.
 
Greece
Greek Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya
 
Honorary Consulate of Greece in Mombasa
P.O. Box 90194, Mombasa, Kenya
 
CITY
Mombasa        
PHONE
(002541) 1228286         
FAX
(002541) 1314642
 
Greenland
Greenlandic Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Royal Danish Embassy in Kenya
Cassia House, Westlands Office Park, off Waiyaki Way, P.O. Box 40412, Nairobi
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+00 254 20 445 1460-3  
FAX
+00 254 20 445 1474
WEBSITE
http://www.ambnairobi.um.dk    
EMAIL
nboamb@um.dk
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Thursday: 7.30 am to 3.30 pm Friday: 7.30 am to 12.00 pm
DETAILS
The Faroe Islands and Greenland are part of the Kingdom of Denmark. As a main principle, the Danish Constitution stipulates that the foreign and security interests for all parts of the Kingdom of Denmark are the responsibility of the Danish government.
 
Honduras
Honduran Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Honduras in Kenya
Kabarsiran Avenue (off James Gichuru Road) , Lavington, P.O.Box: 61146-00200
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
00 - 254 - 20 444-2612   
FAX
00 - 254 444-2101
WEBSITE
http://www.mfa.gov.hu/emb/nairobi       
EMAIL
mission.nai@kum.hu
 
Honduras
Honduran Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Consulate of Honduras in Kenya
Kabarsiran Avenue (off James Gichuru Road) , Lavington, P.O.Box: 61146-00200
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
00 - 254 - 20 444-2612   
FAX
00 - 254 444-2101
WEBSITE
http://www.mfa.gov.hu/emb/nairobi       
EMAIL
mission.nai@kum.hu
 
Hungary
Hungarian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Hungary in Nairobi,Kenya
Kabarsiran Avenue (off James Gichuru Road) Lavington, , Nairobi, Kenya , P.O.Box: 61146-00200
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
444-2499          
FAX
444-2101
WEBSITE
http://www.mfa.gov.hu/emb/nairobi       
EMAIL
mission.nai@kum.hu
 
Hungary
Hungarian Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya
 
Honorary Consulate of Hungary in Kenya
Mombasa Kastan Center , NR Nyali Bridge, , P.O.Box 90653, Mombasa/Kenya
 
CITY
Mombasa        
PHONE
475-074, 474-947, 0733-608-767 (mobil) 
FAX
471-257, 473-533
EMAIL
mike@southerncrosssafaris.com
 
India
Indian Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya
 
Assistant High Commission of India in Mombasa
Bank of India Building, Nkrumah Road, PO Box 90164, Mombasa
 
CITY
Mombasa        
PHONE
+254  41 2224 433/2311 051      
FAX
+254  41 2316 740
WEBSITE
http://www.hcinairobi.co.ke/Pages/AHC_mombasa.html 
EMAIL
cimsa@swiftmombasa.com
 
India
Indian Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
High Commission of India in Nairobi
Jeevan Bharati Building, Harambee Avenue, PO Box 30074-00100, Nairobi
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+254 - 20 222 566 / 2225 104 / 2224 500
FAX
+254 - 20 316 242
WEBSITE
http://www.hcinairobi.co.ke/      
EMAIL
hcindia@kenyaweb.com
 
Indonesia
Indonesian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Indonesia in Nairobi, Kenya
Menengai Road, Upper Hill, P.O. Box 48868-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(254-20) 271-4196 to 98 
FAX
(254-20) 271-3475
WEBSITE
http://www.indonesia.or.ke        
EMAIL
indonbi@indonesia.or.ke
OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Friday: 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.; 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m.
 
Iran
Iranian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Iran in Nairobi
Denis Pritt Road, Off State House Road , PO Box 49170 Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 272.0343 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.272.0343       
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 271.3966 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.271.3
 
Ireland
Irish Consulate in Nairobi Central, Kenya
 
Honorary Consul of Ireland in Nairobi, Kenya
Block B 2nd Floor, Centenary House, P.O. Box 30659, Ring Road Westlands Lane, Muthangari, 00100
 
CITY
Nairobi Central 
PHONE
00 254 20 235 7242       
FAX
00 254 20 235 7243
EMAIL
irconsul@swiftkenya.com
OFFICE HOURS
08.30am - 12.30pm Mon-Fri (For assistance outside of these hours, please contact the Embassy in Dar es Salaam)
DETAILS
Honorary Consul: Joseph T O'Brien
 
Israel
Israeli Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Israel in Nairobi, Kenya
Bishop Road(Opp. Fairview Hotel), P.o.Box 30354 - 00100 , Nairobi,Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
254 20 2722182 / 3       
FAX
254 20 2715966
WEBSITE
http://nairobi.mfa.gov.il
EMAIL
info@nairobi.mfa.gov.il
OFFICE HOURS
Consular Hours (Visa Section) Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
DETAILS
Jurisdiction: The Embassy also serves Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi and Seychelles
 
Italy
Italian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Italy in Nairobi, Kenya
Mama Ngina St., International House, 9th floor, P.O. Box 30107
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(2542) 337356   
FAX
(2542) 337056
WEBSITE
http://www.ambnairobi.esteri.it  
EMAIL
ambasciata.nairobi@esteri.it
 
Japan
Japanese Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Japan in Nairobi, Kenya
Mara Road, Upper Hill , P.O. Box 60202, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 289.8000 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.289.8000       
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 289.8220 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.289.8
WEBSITE
http://www.ke.emb-japan.go.jp/ 
EMAIL
jinfocul@eojkenya.org
OFFICE HOURS
Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 0830 - 1230, 1330 - 1700
 
Kuwait
Kuwaiti Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Kuwaiti Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
Matayja Road, P.O.Box 42353
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254-20) 6760960, 6763275, 6761614    
FAX
(+254-20) 6767053
 
Lebanon
Lebanese Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Honorary Consulate of Lebanon in Nairobi
Ruaraka, Outering Road Opposite G.S.U. Headquarters
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 2229982 / 3 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.2229982 / 3
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 2249316 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.224931
EMAIL
zakhemis@africaonline.co.ke
OFFICE HOURS
8:30 AM - 16:30 HRS
 
Madagascar
Malagasy Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Honorary Consulate of Madagascar in Kenya
AACC Building, Westlands, 0800 Nairobi
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
254 20 445 24 10          
FAX
254 20 444 32 41
EMAIL
madaconsulateswiftkenya.com
 
Malawi
Malawian Embassy in Kenya
 
Malawian Embassy in Kenya
Westlands, off Waiyaki Way, P.O. Box 30453
 
PHONE
+(254) 2 440 569           
FAX
+(254) 2 440 568
 
Malaysia
Malaysian Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
High Commission of Malaysia in Nairobi, Kenya
No. 58, Red Hill Road, Gigiri , P.O. Box 42286,, 00200 Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+254 20 7123373/74/75 
FAX
+254 20 7123371/67
WEBSITE
http://www.kln.gov.my/perwakilan/nairobi           
EMAIL
malnairobi@kln.gov.my
OFFICE HOURS
Work day: Monday - Friday 08.30 a.m - 12.45 p.m 02.00 p.m. - 04.30 p.m. Holiday :         Saturday & Sunday
 
Mauritius
Mauritian Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Honorary Consulate of Mauritius in Nairobi
231 Golden Gate, PO Box 49326-00100 Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 553.3115 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.553.3115
EMAIL
consulateofmauritius@kutwa.com
 
Mexico
Mexican Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Mexico in Nairobi
Kibagare Way, Loresho Street, PO Box 14145 Nairobi 00800 Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 418.2593 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.418.2593       
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 418.1500 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.418.1
WEBSITE
http://http://www.sre.gob.mx/kenia        
EMAIL
embkenia@sre.gob.mx
 
Morocco
Moroccan Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Morocco in Nairobi, Kenya
United Nations Street, Gigiri, P.O. Box 617 00621 Nairobi
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254) (20) 7120 765 / 795         
FAX
(+254) (20) 7120 817
EMAIL
sifmanbi@clubinternetk.com
DETAILS
Ambassador:Mr Mohammed Amar
 
Mozambique
Mozambican Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Mozambique
P.O.Box 66923, Bruo House, 3rd Floor, Standard Street, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254-20) 221979, 214191         
FAX
(+254-20) 222446
EMAIL
mozambiq@africaonline.co.ke
 
Nepal
Nepalese Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Honorary Consulate General of Nepal in Nairobi, Kenya
Gateway Place, , Milimani Road,
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
254-2-2713131-7 / 254-20-4348149         
FAX
254-20- 2713138
EMAIL
gkaruri@gateway-insurance.co.ke
 
Netherlands
Dutch Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of the Netherlands in Nairobi, Kenya
Riverside Lane, P.O. Box 41537, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+254 20 42 88 000        
FAX
+254 20 44 47 416
WEBSITE
http://www.netherlands-embassy.or.ke/  
EMAIL
nlgovnai@africaonline.co.ke
OFFICE HOURS
08:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on weekdays and 02.30 p.m. to 04.00 p.m. monday to thursday and friday 00.30 p.m. to 01.30 p.m.
 
New Zealand
Kiwi Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
New Zealand Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
Diju Investments, Mirage Plaza, Room 2C Second Floor, , Argwings Kodhek Road, PO Box 52224, 00200
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+254 20 601074
FAX
+254 20 6001 076
EMAIL
dijuinvest@inds.co.ke
DETAILS
Honorary Consul: Mr Tom Diju Owuor
 
Norway
Norwegian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Royal Norwegian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
Lion Place, Waiyaki Way, Westlands
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(020) 4451510/11/13/16 
FAX
(020) 4451517
WEBSITE
http://www.norway.or.ke/           
EMAIL
emb.nairobi@mfa.no
OFFICE HOURS
The Embassy is open: Monday - Friday (08:00-15.30) The Visa Section is open: Monday - Thursday (09:00-12.00)
 
Norway
Norwegian Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya
 
Royal Norwegian Consulate in Mombasa
Junction of Nyali Rd and Moyne Dr, P.O. Box 99976 - 80107
 
CITY
Mombasa        
PHONE
+254 (0) 41 2230835 or 2311096
FAX
+254 (0) 41 2230835
WEBSITE
http://www.norway.or.ke/Embassy/Embassy/     
EMAIL
objmombasa@yahoo.co.uk or omarbajaber@gawab.com
DETAILS
Consul Omar S. A. Bajaber (honorary)
 
Norway
Norwegian Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya
 
Royal Norwegian Consulate in Mombasa
Junction of Nyali Rd , and Moyne Dr, P.O. Box 99976 - 80107, Mombasa, Kenya
 
CITY
Mombasa        
PHONE
+254 (0) 41 2230835 or 2311096
FAX
+254 (0) 41 2230835
WEBSITE
http://www.norway.or.ke/Embassy/Embassy/     
EMAIL
objmombasa@yahoo.co.uk or omarbajaber@gawab.com
DETAILS
Consul Omar S. A. Bajaber (honorary)
 
Pakistan
Pakistani Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Pakistan in Nairobi, Kenya
St. Michael's Road, Off Church Road,, Off Waiyaki Way, Westlands,, P.O. Box 30045, 00100, Nairobi
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254-20) 4443911 & 4443912    
FAX
(+254-20) 4446507 & 4443803
EMAIL
parepnairobi@iwayafrica.com
 
Philippines
Filipino Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Philippines in Nairobi, Kenya
State House Road (next to Hillcrest College) , P.O. Box 47941, 00100
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(254)51-801-3393          
FAX
(254)20-272-5316
WEBSITE
http://www.phil-embassy.or.ke  
EMAIL
pe.nairobi@gmail.com; mail@phil-embassy.or.ke
 
Poland
Polish Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Poland in Kenya
Kabarnet Rd. PO Box 30086 00100
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+254.20.387.2811         
FAX
+254.20.387.2814
WEBSITE
http://www.nairobi.polemb.net/  
EMAIL
nairobi.amb.sekretariat@msz.gov.pl
 
Portugal
Portuguese Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Portugal in Nairobi
10th Floor, Re-insurance Plaza Taifa Road, P.O. Box 34020 - 00100 GPO Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 231.3203 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.231.3203       
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 221.4711 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.221.4
EMAIL
portugalnb@jambo.co.ke
OFFICE HOURS
HOURS 9h00 - 16h00
 
Republic of Congo
Congolese Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Congo in Nairobi, Kenya
Botschaft , 2nd floor,, City House, Corner Wabera Street/, Standard Street, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254 / 2) 24 73 65        
FAX
(+254 / 2) 33 17 92
EMAIL
austria@africaonline.co.ke
 
Romania
Romanian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Romania in Nairobi, Kenya
Eliud Mathu, Runda , Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(00) (254) (20) 7123109 or 7120607        
FAX
(00) (254) (20) 7122061
EMAIL
secretariat@romanianembassy.co.ke
 
Russia
Russian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Russia in Nairobi, Kenya
P.O. Box 30049, Lenana Road, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+254 20 272-87-00        
FAX
+254 20 272-18-88
WEBSITE
http://www.kenya.mid.ru
EMAIL
russemb@swiftkenya.com
 
Rwanda
Rwandan Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Rwandan Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
2nd floor, International House, P.O. Box 30619
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+254-2-575975  
FAX
+254-2-317-400
 
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Nairobi, Kenya
Main Muthaigh Rd. Nairobi
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
00254204062781/ 00254204062782/ 00254204062783/ 00254204062784   
FAX
00254204045262 / 00254204045263
WEBSITE
http://www.mofa.gov.sa/sites/mofaen/SaudiMissionsAbroad/SaudiEmbassiesAbroad/Africa/Pages/EmbassyID40896.aspx           
EMAIL
keemb@mofa.gov.sa
OFFICE HOURS
From 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
DETAILS
A passport valid for at least six months and a visa are required for entry. Visas are issued for business and work, to visit close relatives, and for transit and religious visits. Visas for tourism are issued only for approved tour groups following organized itineraries. Airport and seaport visas are not available. All visas require a sponsor, can take several months to process, and must be obtained prior to arrival. Women visitors and residents are required to be met by their sponsor upon arrival. Women traveling alone, who are not met by sponsors, have experienced delays before being allowed to enter the country or to continue on other flights.
 
Serbia
Serbian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Serbia in Nairobi
State House Avenue , PO Box 30504 Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 271.0076 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.271.0076       
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 271.4126 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.271.4
WEBSITE
http://www.embassyofserbia.or.ke/       
EMAIL
nairobi@embassyofserbia.or.ke
 
Seychelles
Seychelles Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Honorary Consulate of Seychelles in Nairobi, Kenya
Professional House, Kuwinda Road,, P.O. Box 24996, 00502, Karen, Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
[254 20] 201 63 22, [254 20] 47 64 565, [254 20] 20 16 324 (direct line),    
FAX
[254 20] 806 76 14
WEBSITE
http://www.mfa.gov.sc/static.php?content_id=29           
EMAIL
proconsult@mitsuminet.com jloveday@professionalconsultants.co.ke
OFFICE HOURS
0900hrs to 1630hrs
 
Seychelles
Seychelles Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya
 
Consulate of the Republic of Seychelles in Mombasa
P.O. Box 81149, 80100 Mombasa, Kenya, 80100 Mombasa, Kenya, -, -, -
 
CITY
Mombasa        
PHONE
[254 41] 222 49 23        
FAX
[254 41] 22 60 72
EMAIL
mary_annke@yahoo.com
OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Friday, 0900 - 1200, 1400 - 1630
 
Sierra Leone
Sierra Leonean Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Consulate-General of the Republic of Sierra Leone in Nairobi, Kenya
1st Floor Panesars Centre, Mombasa Road, P.O Box 8242, GPO-00100, Nairobi, Kenya, -, -
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
00254-20- 829080         
FAX
00254-20- 829080
WEBSITE
http://- 
EMAIL
info@saloneconsulate.or.ke
 
Slovakia
Slovak Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Slovak Republic Embassy , Kenya
Milimani Road, PO Box 30204
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+254-20-2721896/+254-20-2721898/+254-20-2717415      
FAX
(+254-20) 2712956
WEBSITE
http://www.mzv.sk/Nairobi         
EMAIL
emb.nairobi@mzv.sk
 
South Africa
South African Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
High Commission of South Africa in Nairobi, Kenya
Roshanmaer Place, 3rd Floor, Lenana Road Nairobi 00100 Kenya, P O Box 42441,
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 282.7100 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.282.7100       
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 273.6393 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.273.6
EMAIL
nairobi@foreign.gov.za
 
South Korea
Korean Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of South Korea in Nairobi
PO Box 30455-00100 GPO, Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 222.0000 International: +254.20.222.0000  
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 221.7772 International: +254.20.221.7
EMAIL
emb-ke@mofat.go.kr
 
Spain
Spanish Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Spain in Kenya
CBA Building, 3rd floor Mara & Ragati Road, Upper Hill, PO Box 45503 00100 Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254-20) 2720222/6 / 0733631144         
FAX
+254-20-27202226
EMAIL
emb.nairobi@maec.es
 
Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
High Commission of Sri Lanka in Nairobi
L.R. No. 1/1102, Lenana Road, Kilimani, Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 387.2627 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.387.2627       
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 387.2141 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.387.2
EMAIL
slhckeny@africaonline.co.ke
 
Sudan
Sudanese Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Sudan in Nairobi, Kenya
Kabarnet Road, off Ngong Road , 48784 Nairobi, Kenya.
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(2542) 720-854  
FAX
(2542)722-253
WEBSITE
http://http://www.sudanembassynrb.org 
EMAIL
salahmousa@yahoo.com
 
Swaziland
Swazi Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of the Kingdom of Swaziland
P.O.Box 41887, Silopark House, 3rd Floor, Mama Ngina Street
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254-20) 339231, 339232, 339233
 
Sweden
Swedish Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Sweden, Nairobi, Kenya
Lion Place, 3rd floor, Waiyaki Way, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+254 (20) 423 40 00/+254 (0)734 600 851           
FAX
+254-20-445 2008/09
WEBSITE
http://www.swedenabroad.com/nairobi  
EMAIL
ambassaden.nairobi@sida.se
OFFICE HOURS
Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 4.45 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visa (applications and processing): Monday-Friday 8.30 to 10.00 a.m. Visiting hours for Swedish citizens (Consular matters): Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 12 noon Phone hours: Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 12 noon
 
Tanzania
Tanzanian Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya
 
Consulate of Tanzania in Mombasa
TSS TOWERS 12th FLR NKRUMAH ROAD, PO BOX 1422 Mombasa Kenya
 
CITY
Mombasa        
PHONE
LOCAL: (041) 222.8595 International: +254.41.222.8595  
FAX
LOCAL: (041) 222.2837 International: +254.41.222.2
EMAIL
tancon@africaonline.co.ke
 
Tanzania
Tanzanian Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
High Commission of Tanzania in Nairobi
Taifa Road Reinsurance Palaza, 9TH Floor, PO Box 47790-00100, GPO Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 311.948 International: +254.20.311.948      
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 218.269 International: +254.20.218.26
EMAIL
highcom@tanzaniahc.or.ke
 
Thailand
Thai Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Royal Thai Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
Rose Avenue,, Off Denis Pritt Rd, P.O. Box 58349, P.O. Box 58349
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(254-2) 715243, 715800, 715796, 714276
FAX
(254-2) 715801, 715802
WEBSITE
http://www.thaiembassy.org/nairobi       
EMAIL
thainbi@thainbi.or.ke
 
Turkey
Turkish Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Turkey in Nairobi, Kenya
P.O. Box 64748 00620
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
+254-20-7126929 / +254-20-7126930      
FAX
+254-20-7126931
WEBSITE
http://www.nairobi.emb.mfa.gov.tr         
EMAIL
tcbenair@accesskenya.co.ke
OFFICE HOURS
09:00-12:30 13:30-17:00 Consular Section: 09:30-12:00
 
Uganda
Ugandan Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
High Commission of Uganda in Nairobi, Kenya
Uganda House, Kenyatta Avenue, P.O.Box 60853, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254-20) 2330801, 2330814, 2330834    
FAX
(+254-20) 2330970
EMAIL
asiimwe@africaonline.co.ke
 
Uganda
Ugandan Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Uganda in Nairobi, Kenya
Riverside Paddock Off Riverside Drive, PO Box 60853 Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254-20) 4445420/4449096       
FAX
(+254-20) 4443772
WEBSITE
http://http://www.ugandahighcommission.co.ke/
EMAIL
ugacomnrb@todays.co.ke
 
Ukraine
Ukrainian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Ukraine in Nairobi
PO Box 63566 Nairobi 00619 Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
LOCAL: (020) 374.8922 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.374.8922       
FAX
LOCAL: (020) 375.6028 INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.375.6
EMAIL
emb_ke@mfa.gov.ua
 
United Kingdom
British Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
High Commission of United Kingdom in Nairobi, Kenya
Upper Hill Road, PO Box 30465-00100 Nairobi Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
254 20 2844 000           
FAX
254 20 2844077
254 20 2844239
WEBSITE
http://http://ukinkenya.fco.gov.uk          
EMAIL
bhcinfo@jambo.co.ke
OFFICE HOURS
Mon-Thur: 0745hrs-1630hrs
Friday: 0745hrs-1300hrs
DETAILS
Note Visa Section opening hours may vary. Please visit Visa pages for correct hours
 
United Kingdom
British Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya
 
Honorary Consulate of United Kingdom in Mombasa
PO Box 85593 80100 Mombasa Kenya
 
CITY
Mombasa        
PHONE
LOCAL: (041) 222.0023 INTERNATIONAL: +254.41.222.0023       
FAX
LOCAL: (041) 231.2416 INTERNATIONAL: +254.41.231.2
WEBSITE
http://http://ukinkenya.fco.gov.uk          
EMAIL
valerie@africaonline.co.ke
 
United States
American Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
U.S. Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
P. O. Box 606 Village Market, 00621 Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
363-6000          
FAX
363-3410
WEBSITE
http://nairobi.usembassy.gov/
OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Thursday 07:15 a.m. - 04:30 p.m. Friday 07:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
 
Venezuela
Venezuelan Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Venezuela in Kenya
Mama Ngina Street International House, 3rd floor, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254-20)-340 178 / 340 167 / 2340 178  
FAX
+254-20-337 487 / +254-20-2337 487
EMAIL
embavene@africaonline.co.ke
 
Yemen
Yemeni Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Embassy of Yemen in Nairobi, Kenya
Corner Ngong and Karbarnet Roads, P.O. Box 44642, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254) (20) 387 2156     
FAX
(+254) (20) 387 4680
EMAIL
yemb-nairobi@mofa.gov.ye
 
Zambia
Zambian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya
 
Zambian Embassy in Kenya
Nyerere Road, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254-20) 72476 / 724799 / 724850
EMAIL
zambiacom@swiftkenya.com
 
Zambia
Zambian Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
High Commission of Zambia in Kenya
P.O.Box 48741, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254-20) 2724850 / 2724796 / 2724799  
FAX
(+254-20) 2718494
EMAIL
zambiacom@swiftkenya.com
 
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean Consulate in Nairobi, Kenya
 
High Commission of Zimbabwe in Nairobi, Kenya
6th Floor Minnet ICDC Building,, Mamlanka Rd, PO 30806, Nairobi, Kenya
 
CITY
Nairobi 
PHONE
(+254-2) 721071
FAX
(+254-2) 726503
EMAIL
zimna@africaonline.co.ke

Phone Lines

There are around 300,000 landlines in use and around 30 million cell phones active, the system works through a microwave radio relay or a VSAT system, connections include 4 Intelsat Earth Satellite stations and multiple communications cables connecting the Eastern African Submarine Cable System, the East African Marine System and SEACOM Fibre-Optic Submarine Cable Systems. The country uses the calling code +254.

Internet

The country uses the top-level domain .ke and is used by over 14 million users across the country on around 43,000 Fixed broadband subscriptions and a million Wireless broadband subscriptions. The internet is not censored in any way by the government and the constitution protects freedom of expression, however, technically the Communications Amendment Act of 2009 prohibits obscene information being published or transmitted, but no one has yet been prosecuted for any offenses related to this. Additionally, many rural areas may lack internet due to a currently limited infrastructure.

Communications

There are 2 state-owned radio broadcasters which provide both local and regional radio services across multiple languages as well as a large number of private stations broadcasting in a variety of local languages. There are over 3 million radios in the country with 24 AM stations, 8 FM and 6 shortwave.
There are well over a million TV sets across the country and around half a dozen privately owned stations and 2 state-owned stations which broadcast on satellite and cable services. Many channels are available which are available from many providers including Zuku TV, MultiChoice, Kenya Broadcasting Corporation and the BBC World Service. 

Weather & Climate

Kenya’s precipitation gradients based on your distance from the ocean and it’s temperature gradients based on your elevation from sea-level.

Mombasa, by the ocean, may receive in excess of 250mm in the rainy seasons between April and June, but can receive as little as 10mm between January and March and due to the ocean breeze the temperature can fluctuate wildly during the day but generally sees temperatures drop to 28 degrees Centigrade ( Fahrenheit) during the cooler months of June to August, but may see temperatures as high as 34 degrees Centigrade ( Fahrenheit) between the months of January to March.

Further inland, the city of Kitale receives its heaviest rain during the months of May to August where rainfall as high as 170mm is possible, and its lowest rain during the months of December to February where rainfall can drop as low as 10mm. The temperature stays fairly consistent all year around and can see both its hottest temperatures, at up to 28 degrees Centigrade ( Fahrenheit), and its coldest temperatures, as low as 11 degrees Centigrade ( Fahrenheit) during the same early months of the year between December and February.

Holidays

Feel like just kicking back on the beach, catching some sun and enjoying a splash in the pool? Now you can at the Amani Tiwi Beach Resort. The Amani Tiwi Beach Resort features a distinctive native African style fused with old-world Latin architecture. During your stay you can also opt to stay in a Villa, take a cruise and also dine at any of several restaurants.

Fitting perfectly on the cliff-top coastline of the gorgeous sapphire Indian Ocean, the Mnarani Club come with its own infinity pool overlooking the Indian Ocean as well as its very own private beach for anyone looking to catch a little sunlight. Guests may opt to take part in watersports, try some cool cocktails at the beachside bar or perhaps try the restaurants’ buffet.

Meanwhile, located in the Baobab Forest, the Baobab Beach Resort is split into three sections, the Baobab, the Maridadi and the Kole Kole, each with its very own restaurant and pool. If you’re looking for activities, you’re in the right place as the Baobab Forest is perfect for exploring, or perhaps you’d like to try a gourmet a la carte or maybe even try your hand at big game fishing?

If you want a prime location for your holiday, mixed in with a chilled out scene, the Diani Sea Resort is ideal for your tastes! The hotel features close proximity to the ocean but also has its own series of pools so that you can try whatever you’re feeling like on the day! It keeps to a traditional African aesthetic style but does incorporate a lot of modern elements and touches.

For something a little more rustic but no less enjoyable, try the Leopard Beach Resort & Spa! The resort is placed in extremely close proximity to the beach and features a range of villas with thatched roofs and whitewashed walls for an authentic African village feel. However, the pool is fully-functional and has a range of tropical gardens surrounding it. 

Children will not require any additional documents to travel to Kenya that an adult would not need.

To bring a pet to Kenya, you will require the following:

• An import permit
• An Airlines Captain Affidavit stating that your pet was on a direct flight to Kenya
• An ISO Compliant Pet Microchip
• A Rabies Vaccination administered more than 6 months and less than 1 year prior to entry
• A Blood Titer Test more than 3 months and less than 2 years prior to entry
• A Veterinary Certificate for Kenya completed by a USDA or CFIA accredited veterinarian or accredited by the Governing Authority of your country
• A Ticks and Tapeworm Test completed within 48 hours of entry

Kenya’s education system features eight years of Primary Education, four years of Secondary Education and then four years of University Education. Upon completing Primary School, the student gains a Kenya Certificate of Primary Education and upon completing Secondary School, the student gains a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. However, some private schools do offer a system of education not unlike that in the United Kingdom, complete with O-Level exams taken at the end of Secondary School and then A-Level exams taken two years into High School. Pre-School is also available.

Primary School is both compulsory and free; beginning at the age of 6 or 7 after a year of Kindergarten has been completed. Each year in school is known as a ‘Standard’ corresponding to its year in sequence, i.e. Year 1 is Standard 1, Year 8 is Standard 8 etc. At the end of each year, students take exams and only progress onto the next year if they are successful in their exams, otherwise they repeat the year. In Standard 8 at the end of the year, the students take the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education Exams instead.

Secondary Schools in the country are divided down into three types; Government Funded (Public), Private and Harambe. Public Secondary Schools are open to all, Private Schools run independently of government funding but may offer better standards and variety such as apprenticeship solutions and technical schools, while Harambe Schools function like drop-out schools and tend to accept students with lower scores but do not receive full government funding. Students attend Secondary School for four years before sitting the School Leaving Exam at the end of the fourth year, and being awarded a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education upon successful completion. Plans are currently underway to offer free Secondary Education to all Kenyans.

Additionally, some Kenyans may choose to enter one of several Vocational Schools or Colleges which offer courses for two or three years at a time and award certificates, diplomas and higher national diplomas in Business Education, Secretarial Studies, Teacher Training, Journalism, Design, Foreign Languages, Technical Skills, Tourism, Culinary Studies, Media, Computer Studies, Nursing and Accounting. Across the country there are 48 universities, 22 public and 26 private, the oldest being the University of Nairobi. 

To work as a teacher in Kenya, successful applicants will require a Masters or Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a subject relevant to their line of teaching. Additionally, a Teaching Qualification is mandatory and at least 2 years of teaching experience are needed. Only native speakers of English whom have been trained in the west (US, UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand or South Africa) will be accepted.

Candidates with international experience are preferred, additionally, although TEFL and other certificates are not considered full teaching qualifications, having one alongside your degree and teaching qualification will largely boost your chances of being placed.

Make sure to read up on our guide to Visa and Work Permit Restrictions. 

Living Costs in Kenya are extremely cheap compared to the west, as a meal at a restaurant would cost you KSH 300 ($3.40 or £2.00), a litre of water can cost as little as KSH 64 ($0.73 or £0.43), a litre of milk will cost around KSH 89 ($1.00 or £0.59), a 500g loaf of bread costs about KSH 51 ($0.58 or £0.34) and 12 eggs costs KSH 180 ($2.10 or £1.20).

Meanwhile, luxuries will set you back mildly more but are still inexpensive, with a litre of beer costing about KSH 260 ($3.00 or £1.70), a pack of cigarettes costs KSH 180 ($2.10 or £1.20) and a bottle of mid-range wine costs around KSH 1000 ($11 or £6.60).

Monthly rent is comparable, with a 1 bedroom apartment in the city centre costing KSH 44,000 ($500 or £290) and outside the city centre it drops down to KSH 31,000 ($350 or £210). Meanwhile a 3 bedroom apartment outside the city centre costs around KSH KSH 65,000 ($740 or £430) and inside the city centre it’ll cost significantly more at KSH 81,000 ($920 or £540). 

The Football Kenya Federation organizes football-related events regularly and tries to improve the game constantly and consistently through regular promotions and regulation updates. They also organize youth-related programmes and competitions in association football in all of its forms.

The Kenya Rugby Union is the governing body of rugby in Kenya and is responsible for organizing all national teams in various levels of competition. This group helps to develop Kenyan Rugby Teams at all levels and is known for receiving the Federation of the Year category at the Kenyan Sports Personality of the Year Awards.

Perhaps you prefer less of a high-speed but no-less physical event? Perhaps you’d just like to get your feet wet? Try Aqua Ventures, the premier scuba diving group in Kenya, it organizes numerous dives throughout the year and gives you access to some of Kenya’s most beautiful natural environments, numerous coral reefs and a variety of stunning tropical fish.

And if you like getting in touch with nature, the Wildlife Clubs of Kenya operates to bring you face-to-face with it and organizes a range of events during the year as well as numerous youth programmes, classes and workshops. The WCK is also a large-scale activist organization, lobbying for conservation action in Kenya’s wilderness and wildlife parks alike.

Located on the site of Kenya’s Karen Blixen coffee estate, the Karen Golf and Country Club offers a large-scale golf course to all of you avid golfers out there. The club accepts anyone at any level of play and has a long history, dating back over 75 years and being designed by star designer Jean Remy Martin. 

Petty crime such as ‘Snatch and Runs’ are high in Kenya, but more violent crime such as Vehicle hijacking (around 10 incidents a day in Nairobi), Armed Assault and Ethnic violence are also fairly high as well, alongside political crime such as Corruption and Terrorism.

Crimes are most often committed in city centres such as Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa as well as around many coastal beach resorts. Drug abuse and subsequent drug trafficking has also become a prominent issue in the country with young men in their 20s being the most common users, typically using cannabis and heroin the most.

Emergency Numbers

General Emergencies – 999