Explore The Secrets Of Kenya
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Kenya is a historical home of the East African safari, a land of savannah grasslands which is Home to the Big Cats, the Big Five (elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino) and just about everything in between. Elsewhere, landscapes here stir the soul with deserts in the north, dense forests in the west, Rift Valley lakes in the center and tropical coast out east.
About Kenya
Kenya is the 2nd largest country in East Africa.
Kenya is a sovereign country in East Africa found at 0.0236° S, 37.9062° E. Kenya is officially referred to as THE REPUPLIC OF KENYA and a member of the EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY. Nairobi is the Capital city of Kenya. There are 4 other major cities in Kenya namely; Mombasa, Kisumu, Eldoret and Nakuru. The word ‘KENYA” was a corrupted version of kirinyaga which the local kikuyu tribe used to refer to the current Mt. Kenya. The word Kenya was coined in 1920 when the white colonialists could not pronounce the word kirinyaga. The word kirinyaga means the White Mountain where God rested his feet.
What You need to know
before Traveling to Kenya
Travel Tips
Passports & visa
Tourists and general travelers to Kenya/East Africa /Africa in general are required to have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from the date of arrival and must contain 3 or more blank pages for affixing visas and arrival/exit stamps.
Visa requirements vary from nationality to nationality. Citizens from certain nationality do not require visa to travel to Kenya while others need a visa. It is highly recommended that one checks visa requirements before booking his trip to Kenya. Online visa application is encouraged and can be accessed through https://evisa.go.ke or https://immigration.ecitizen.go.ke
Travelers to Kenya and other African countries will need to purchase a visa for each country. Tourists staying less than 2 days in a country may qualify for a transit visa.Generally, travelers arriving in one country, proceeding to another country and returning to the first country may re-enter on the original single entry visa unless they have returned to their home country.
The government cost of the Kenya eVisa is $51 for all eligible nationalities.
Health Requirements
Following the ravaging pandemic which has affected Kenya and the whole world, COVID -19 safety protocols are still in place in Kenya and international travelers are urged to obey the said protocols.
Travel to Kenya
Kenya opened its international borders to travelers in August 2020 however, different quarantine requirements apply to travelers from different nationalities.
International and domestic flights have resumed. You do not need a COVID-19 negative test to board domestic flights within Kenya.
The following applies to all passengers arriving on international flights into Kenya:
Body temperature is not above 37.5° c (99.5°f); no persistent cough, difficulty in breathing or other flu-like symptoms and had a negative COVID-19 test carried out within 96 hours that can be verified digitally using the Trusted Travel Initiative https://africacdc.org/trusted-travel/. Persons travelling to Kenya from countries not using the Trusted Travel Initiative must use a tool made available through the Global Haven partnership for COVID-19 test result verification available here https://globalhaven.org/ before travel and if from approved states they shall be exempt from quarantine.
The list of approved states can be accessed on the KCAA website. As this list is regularly updated, we advise citizens to check it.
All passengers must submit a mandatory COVID-19 Travellers Health Surveillance Form online or through the “Jitenge Moh” app, which passengers can download from Google Play Store prior to disembarking, even if transiting. A QR code will be provided upon submission of the form, which must be presented to Port Health Officials in order to be allowed to proceed to Immigration. Passengers arriving who not have a negative COVID-19 test will be returned by the airline to their embarkation point or if approved by Port Health Officials, may enter into mandatory quarantine at government designated facilities (which also include an approved list of hotels).
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GOVERNMENT RESTRICTIONS AND REGULATIONS
What You need to know before Traveling to Kenya
Government Restrictions
- The Kenyan Authorities have announced that all persons visiting public places such as supermarkets, open air markets, public transport and other public areas should at all times wear a face mask to reduce the chances of transmission of the virus.
- The Government of Kenya has directed that face masks must be worn in public places, except when dining, or when adhering to social distancing in hotels, gardens or on beaches.
- All bars across the country can operate until 7:00pm.
- Restaurants and eateries countrywide to continue with operations in accordance with guidelines issued by the Ministry of Tourism and Ministry of Health. Restaurants encouraged to use outdoor spaces to maximize physical and social distancing.
- All public gatherings including political rallies remain suspended until further notice. Intergovernmental meetings are also on hold.
- The resumption of sporting activities is to be guided by guidelines issued by the Ministry of Sports and Ministry of Health.
- All employers are encouraged to allow their employees to work from home with the exception of employees offering critical or essential services that cannot be delivered remotely.
- All hospitals to limit the number of visitors to hospitalized patients to one (1) visitor per patient per day.
- All physical /in-person public gatherings and meetings, including political rallies and campaign meetings for impending by-elections, are suspended with immediate effect for a period of 60 days.
- All other social gatherings including weddings, celebrations of marriage or traditional unions, ceremonies of rites of passage, funeral/cremation shall strictly adhere to the 100 person attendance limit.
- In-person and congregational worship to continue with adherence to guidelines by Inter-faith Council and the Ministry of Health. Congregational attendance remains capped at 1/3 of the capacity of the place of worship.
- Public service vehicles have been permitted to carry full capacity. All passengers in public and private vehicles must wear masks and maintain hand hygiene.
- The authorities are conducting random temperature checks in public spaces. If you show signs or symptoms of COVID-19 and are able to self-isolate, you can expect to be directed to do so. If you cannot self-isolate, you can expect to be taken into a State health facility by the Kenyan Authorities.
- All those who have been vaccinated are asked to continue adhering to the containment measures as they remain at risk of contracting the virus.
Dress Code and others
When packing for visits in to Kenya and east Africa in general, we encourage you to consult with the airline on the baggage limit.
General advice: When packing, think about the possibility that your international airline might delay your luggage and consider what you need in the event this happens. Carry those items in your carry-on bag.
Travelers arriving in Nairobi, Mombasa, Arusha, Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar can arrange to store extra bags if arriving and departing from the same location. It is important that travelers check with their international airline for up to date information on what is allowed in carry-on luggage.
Airports in Africa enforce the same regulations including limits to liquids and gels and prohibition of sharp items.
On dress code, Kenya and East Africa in general have a tropical weather and therefore, simple clothing is advised however in some destinations, it gets cold at night and warm sweaters or light jackets is advisable.
Sports, culture and heritage. Kenya is richly endowed with natural geographical beauty and resources from south to north and from west to east.
Of beautiful and picturesque landscapes in the north to the white sandy beaches of the coastal region; Kenya is gifted with abundant wildlife comprising of big game such as savanna elephants to the tiny suni antelopes and plenty of marine life. Kenya’s wildlife is managed by Kenya Wildlife Service.
…Of sports. Kenya’s athletes have dominated the athletics world and Olympic championships for over 4 decades now. Kenya has produced some of the leading marathon runners and on track athletes. Mr. Kipchoge Keino is the latest world sensation and holder of the marathon world record and to add to his titles, he is the unofficially recognized human being to ever run a full marathon under 2hrs.
Of culture….Kenya just like any other developing nation is experiencing a culture fusion by virtue of its millennial who form a bigger percentage of the population and is living in a modern culture tinged with a mix of western influence and indigenous African culture. Apart from that demographics, many communities in Kenya still practice their ancestral cultural belief and practices up to date. The Maasai community is known for preserving their culture long before and after independence.
Climate: Kenya generally has a tropical climate however, this can vary from location to location. From mostly hot and humid along the Kenyan coast to mostly cool and nice weather in the central parts to semi-arid in the northern parts. Kenya has a predictable weather pattern throughout the year with long rain season beginning early April to mid-June followed by short rain season in October. January is considered
Politics: The politics of Kenya is modelled in a Presidential system where by the President is the head of state and head of government and commander of the Armed forces. The president is elected after a period of 5 years through a vote by registered voters. The government of Kenya has three arms of Government namely The Executive, The legislature (Parliament) and The Judiciary.
Kenya’s new constitution was promulgated in 2010 and under the new constitution dispensation, the Kenyan legislature has increased by representation which added senators, women representatives and increased the number of constituencies. In total there are 349 seats which includes 290 elected members of parliament, 47 women reps and 12 nominated representatives.