THE COUNTRY
Kenya gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1963. In August 2010, Kenyans overwhelmingly adopted a new constitution in a national referendum. The new constitution introduced additional checks and balances to executive power and devolved power and resources to 47 newly created counties.
- National Parks of Nairobi,
- Tsavo,
- Lake Nakuru;
- National Reserves of Maasai Mara,
- Amboseli,
- Samburu,
- Shaba,
- Buffalo Springs;
- Thimlich Ohinga Archaeological Site,
- beaches near Malindi and Diani
- Private Jets, Helicopters and Airliners
- Finest Onboard Catering
- Ground Transport and Yachts
- Luxury Villa & House Rentals
- Local Guide & 24/7 Assistance
- Customized Global Services
TO BE KNOWN
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The State's CapitalNairobi
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Time ZoneUTC +3
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Telephone Code254
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Total Area580 367 Km2
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Population57 052 004 (2023 est.)
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Main LanguagesEnglish, Kiswahili
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CurrencyKenyan shillings (KES)
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GDP Per CapitaUSD 4700
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Airports197
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Varies from tropical along coast to arid in interior
Kikuyu 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%
Giving gifts with the left hand is considered taboo; use your right hand or both hands.
Ugali nyama choma na kachumbari — maize meal, grilled meat, and an onion-and-tomato salsa
Fast growing, third largest Sub-Saharan economy; strong agriculture and emerging services and tourism industries; current account deficit and high debt; broadband and mobile-money platform investments; surging inflation due to oil and food hikes; new investor-friendly incentives; environmentally fragile economy
