The IEBC is expected to announce results of the October 26 Kenyan presidential election soon, and the announcement may be followed by the formation of large crowds throughout the country.  The U.S. Embassy is limiting its operations until further notice, canceling routine consular services, and has dismissed non-essential personnel.  Emergency consular services for U.S. citizens …

United States Embassy Nairobi, Kenya Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Planned Elections in Western Kenya October 27, 2017 Demonstration activity will likely continue today throughout Nairobi and nationwide.  Planned elections in the four western Kenya counties of Migori, Homa Bay, Kisumu and Siaya on Saturday, October 28 may result in additional protests in those counties …

The Kenyan presidential election is scheduled to be held on Thursday, October 26.  Nationwide protests and demonstrations are planned for that day.  As a precaution, the U.S. Embassy has directed all U.S. citizen employees affiliated with Embassy operations in Kisumu to defer non-essential travel in the Kisumu area from Wednesday, October 25 until further notice. …

U.S. EMBASSY NAIROBI Security Message for U.S. Citizens September 14, 2017 Kenya Travel Alert    The State Department alerts U.S. citizens residing in or traveling to Kenya that Kenya’s Elections Commission has announced that new Presidential elections will be held on October 17, 2017.  This Travel Alert replaces the Travel Alert dated April 6, 2017 and …

Kenyan Election Announcement The Kenyan Supreme Court is expected to announce a decision on the Presidential petition on Friday, September 1.  The announcement may be followed by the formation of large crowds throughout Nairobi and in other areas of Kenya.  We strongly advise that you stay off the streets during the announcement and in the …

The U.S. Embassy will return to normal operations Monday, August 14, 2017.  Please monitor news outlets to remain informed of local developments, and act prudently when moving about. For further information: U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in Nairobi should enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at  https://step.state.gov .  STEP enrollment gives …

Following the August 11 announcement of the Presidential election results, sporadic protests, some becoming violent, have been reported.  Demonstrations and road blockages have occurred in some areas of Kisumu and the areas of Kibira and Mathere in Nairobi.  Expect continued demonstrations August 12 in these areas and in other parts of downtown Nairobi.  Crowds may form quickly and become …

The official announcement of the Kenyan presidential election results will likely take place this afternoon, August 11. The announcement may be followed by the formation of large crowds throughout Nairobi and in other areas of Kenya.  We strongly advise that you stay off the streets during the announcement and in the hours following it, and …

United States Embassy Nairobi, Kenya  Security Message for U.S. Citizens August 10, 2017 Security Preparedness for Announcement of Election Results An official announcement of the Kenyan presidential election results will be likely be made within the next four days.  The announcement may occur with little or no notice and may be followed by the formation …

On August 9, most major population centers in Kenya appear largely calm following the August 8 general election. Due to possible transportation disruptions, however, routine consular services may be limited. Emergency consular services for U.S. citizens will continue to be available. We recommend you exercise caution if on the streets and that you remain off …

United States Embassy Nairobi, Kenya Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Security Preparedness for Final Political Party Rallies this Weekend August 4, 2017 Political rallies will be held in downtown Nairobi and elsewhere this weekend, August 5-6, marking the end of Kenya’s formal election campaign period, and in advance of the Tuesday, August 8, general election. In …

U.S. EMBASSY NAIROBI Security Message for U.S. Citizens: August 8 Kenya General Elections July 24, 2017 Kenya is scheduled to hold elections August 8, 2017. Kenyans will vote for more than 1,800 offices across 47 counties, and campaigning for local and national offices is fully underway. Kenya has experienced some pre-electoral violence in cycles since …

In recent weeks there has been an increase in violent incidents in some parts of Laikipia, Baringo, and bordering counties related to increased migration of people and livestock across regions of Kenya amid drought conditions. Violent incidents have been sporadic and isolated, but travelers are nevertheless reminded to be alert and maintain personal safety precautions. …

The holiday season is once again upon us. The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens to exercise caution and common sense and to practice heightened personal security during the holidays. Historically, there has been a spike in crime during this time of year throughout Kenya, including incidents of pickpocketing, mugging, carjacking, and home invasions. Crime is indiscriminate, …

The U.S. Mission to Somalia reminds U.S. citizens of the U.S. government’s recommendation to avoid all travel to Somalia. The security situation in Somalia remains unstable and dangerous. Terrorist operatives and armed groups in Somalia continue to attack Somali authorities, the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), and other non-military targets. Threats to U.S. citizens …

The U.S. Embassy wishes to inform U.S. citizens that it has lifted its travel restrictions for U.S. government personnel to some parts of the southern Kenyan coast. There are no longer general restrictions on travel to Malindi city in Kilifi County south through Mombasa and Kwale counties to the Tanzanian border. U.S. government personnel are …

On September 21 and 22, the KEMRI protests regarding a labor dispute in the Kisumu area proceeded without incident.  An additional protest is possible today, October 2, at KEMRI Headquarters on Mbagathi Way in Nairobi. The protest may start as early as 0800 and may last most of the day. As a result, U.S. government …

On Monday, September 21, the Kemri labor protest at their Kisian facilities proceeded without incident.  The U.S. Embassy understands that Kemri staff located at their CRC facilities in Kisumu plan to stage another sit-in protest tomorrow, Tuesday September 22, due to the same labor dispute. The protest may also start as early as 0800 and …

The U.S. Embassy understands that Kemri staff located at their Kisian facilities in Kisumu plan to stage a sit-in protest tomorrow, Monday September 21, due to a labor dispute. The protest may start as early as 0800 and may last most of the day. As a result, U.S. government employees who work at that facility …

The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi would like to remind U.S. citizens that the month of September marks anniversaries of many terror attacks targeting Western interests, including the attacks of September 11, 2001, in New York and Washington, D.C., and the attack at the Westgate Mall in Nairobi that occurred on September 21, 2013.  In light …

The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Kenya.  U.S. citizens in Kenya, and those considering travel to Kenya, should be aware of continuing and recently heightened threats from terrorism and the high rate of violent crime in some areas.  This replaces the Travel Warning of June 19, 2014, to …

The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi has received reports of an ongoing attack at Moi University, Garissa Campus, in Garissa, Kenya.  According to the reports, there have been explosions and heavy gunfire at the school; hostages have been taken and al-Shabaab has claimed responsibility for the attack.  While the city and county of Garissa are currently …

In light of many media accounts regarding the reported death of a key al-Shabaab leader, Adan Garaar, on March 12, the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi would like to inform U.S. citizens that the potential for attacks exists throughout Kenya in the near-term. Although there is no information about a specific location in Kenya for an …

The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya, reminds U.S. citizens in Kenya and Somalia of the continued threat of terrorism.   A group purporting to be al-Shabaab posted a video online urging Muslims to attack shopping malls in Kenya, the United States, and other Western countries, and to attack other Kenyan and Western targets. Although there is …

The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya, wishes to inform U.S. citizens enrolled in Kenya and Somalia that the U.S. Department of State has updated the Worldwide Caution to provide information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world.  Recent terrorist attacks, whether by those affiliated with …

The U.S. Embassy wishes to inform U.S. citizens about recent incidents of civil unrest – some of which have become violent – that have occurred over the last few days along the Isiolo-Nairobi and Garissa-Nairobi routes used by buses and public-service vehicles, including the towns of Chaka, Karatina, and Mwingi.  The incidents appear to be …

The following is a message from the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya, and is being sent to share an update to the U.S. State Department’s Worldwide Caution. The Department of State has updated the Worldwide Caution to provide information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the …