Kenya
Republic of Kenya
People: Kenyan
Kenya is East Africa's economic hub, world-famous for safari destinations such as the Maasai Mara and its long-distance runners. Kenya is located in Eastern Africa and has a population of around 53.3 million. Its capital city is Nairobi, and the most widely spoken official language is English.
Kenya — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Kenya |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Nairobi |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Eastern Africa |
| Population | 53,330,978 |
| Area | 580,367 km² |
| Currency | Kenyan shilling (KES) Sh |
| Official Languages | English, Swahili |
| Dialling Code | +254 |
| Internet TLD | .ke |
| Timezone | UTC+03:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 999 (or 112) |
| ISO Code | KE / KEN |
| Borders | Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kenya
What is the capital of Kenya?
The capital of Kenya is Nairobi.
What currency does Kenya use?
Kenya uses the Kenyan shilling (KES, symbol: Sh).
What language do they speak in Kenya?
The official languages of Kenya are English and Swahili.
What is the dialling code for Kenya?
The international dialling code for Kenya is +254.
What side of the road does Kenya drive on?
Kenya drives on the left-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Kenya
Ethiopia
Somalia
South Sudan
Tanzania
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