Alert for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration Alert March 24, 2023
U.S. EMBASSY NAIROBI
Alert for for U.S. Citizens
March 24, 2023
Demonstration Alert
Location: Kenya
Event: Media have reported calls for countrywide demonstrations that could take place weekly on Mondays and Thursdays for an indefinite period.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid protest areas and demonstrations.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Avoid crowds.
- Keep a low profile.
- Notify friends and family of your safety.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Review your personal security plans.
- Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists/foreigners.
- Have travel documents up to date and easily accessible.
- Carry proper Identification, including a U.S. passport with a current Kenyan visa.
- Have evacuation plans that do not rely on U.S. government assistance.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Nairobi, Kenya
United Nations Avenue, Gigiri
+254 (0) 20 363 6451 U.S. Citizen Services – U.S. Embassy in Kenya (usembassy.gov)
State Department – Consular Affairs
+1-888-407-4747 for calls from the United States or Canada
+1-202-501-4444 for calls from overseas (Kenya) · Kenya Country Information · Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program
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