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Africa
Republic of Kenya
🗺️ Nairobi, Kenya
Capital city
📍 -1.2921°, 36.8219°View larger map →
📍 Essential Info
CapitalNairobi
TimezoneUTC+3 (8 hours ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time)
Population55.8M
Governmentpresidential republic
🔌 Practical Info
Driving SideLeft
Electrical PlugsVaries
Internet Code.ke
Internet Users35%
GDP per Capita$5,800
🌍 Geography
LocationEastern Africa, bordering the Indian Ocean, between Somalia and Tanzania
Size Comparisonfive times the size of Ohio; slightly more than twice the size of Nevada
Climatevaries from tropical along coast to arid in interior
Terrainlow plains rise to central highlands bisected by Great Rift Valley; fertile plateau in west
👥 People & Culture
Ethnic GroupsKikuyu 17.1%, Luhya 14.3%, Kalenjin 13.4%, Luo 10.7%, Kamba 9.8%, Somali 5.8%, Kisii 5.7%, Mijikenda 5.2%, Meru 4.2%, Maasai 2.5%, Turkana 2.1%, non-K...
ReligionsChristian 85.5% (Protestant 33.4%, Catholic 20.6%, Evangelical 20.4%, African Instituted Churches 7%, other Christian 4.1%), Muslim 10.9%, other 1.8%,...
Median Age21.5 years
Life Expectancy70.4 years
National HolidayJamhuri Day (Independence Day), 12 December (1963)
🎎 Cultural Tips
Greetings
Handshakes are common and often prolonged. Greet elders first with respect. "Jambo" is touristy; locals prefer "Habari" or "Sasa". Take time with greetings.
Dining
Wash hands before meals. Many eat with their right hand. Ugali and nyama choma (roasted meat) are staples. Accept offered food and drink graciously.
Key Phrases
Hello: Habari / JamboHow are you?: Habari yako?I'm fine: MzuriThank you: Asante sanaPlease: Tafadhali
Destinations in Kenya
Data sourced from the CIA World Factbook