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THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA The Republic of Kenya is a country in Eastern Africa. It is bordered by Ethiopia to the north, Somalia to the northeast, Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, and Sudan to the northwest, with the Indian Ocean running along the southeast border. Kenya comprises 8 provinces each headed by a Provincial Commissioner (centrally appointed by the president). The City of Nairobi enjoys the status of a full administrative province. WILDLIFE Kenya has considerable large area of wild and bird life habitat, including the Lake Nakuru, Amboseli National Park, Masai Mara, where blue wildebeests and zebras participate in a large scale animal kingdom annual migration. Up to 250,000 blue wildebeest perish each year in the long and arduous movement to find green pastures in the dry season. The "Big Five" animals of Africa can also be found in Kenya: the lion, leopard, buffalo, rhinoceros and elephant. A significant population of other wild animals, reptiles and birds can be found in the national parks and game reserves in the country. CLIMATE Kenya comprises of the tropical climate. It is hot and humid at the coast, temperate inland and very dry in the north and northeast parts of the country. The country receives a great deal of sunshine all the year round and summer clothes are worn throughout the year. The long rain season occurs from April to June. The short rain season occurs from October to December. The rainfall is sometimes heavy and often falls in the afternoons and evenings. The hottest period is from February to March and coldest in July to August. CURRENCY Kenya shilling. It is advisable to carry American dollars, Euro, or Pounds. Travellers cheques are exchangeable in some places. Major credit cards are accepted in the larger hotels. |
| VISA INFORMATION: | ||
1. All incoming visitors to Kenya (except East African Citizens) will now require a visa, irrespective of nationality. 2. Citizens of the following countries need to have a visa prior to arrival in Kenya: - |
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| Afghanistan | Somali | Iran |
| Lebanon | Iraq | Syria |
| Libya | Mali | Sudan |
| Nigeria | Yemen | Cameroon |
| Pakistan | North Korea | Stateless Persons |
| Armenia | Georgia | Tajikistan |
| Azerbaijan | Senegal | |
3. If your country does not appear above, visas can be obtained at the Airport [or any entry point] upon arrival, it is advisable to obtain the visa from the Kenyan Embassies/High Commissions abroad prior to departure. ETHNIC GROUPS There are more than 8 ethical groups in Kenya. The official language is English and the second one is Kiswahili. RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION There are more that 8 different religions majority of Muslims on the coast area and mainland Christians, others are Hinduism, Pagans, Traditional believers just a few to mention. CULTURE Kenya is a diverse country, with many different cultures represented. Famous cultures include the Swahili on the coast, pastoralist communities in the north, and several different communities in the central and western regions. LOCAL TIME GMT + 3 ELECTRICITY 230 V AC, 50 hz. AIPORTS We have the Jomo Kenyatta International airports. Common airlines include the British Airways and KLM. HEALTH Flying doctors are available incase of emergence. We highly recommend taking your personal insurance and contacting your doctor before departure from your home country especially those who will be trekking Mountain Kenya. The mosquito nets are available in every hotel or lodge but because Malaria is a disease common to tropical countries you are recommended to take anti-malaria tablets. Yellow fever vaccination is very important before entrance to Kenya. |
