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Where is Kenya?


Kenya satellite photo



Kenya Political Map

Kenya Country Information:


Kenya is located in eastern Africa. Kenya is bordered by the Indian Ocean, Somalia to the east, Ethiopia to the north, Sudan and Uganda to the west, and Tanzania to the south.

Kenya Bordering Countries:


Ethiopia, Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda

Kenya Cities:


Nairobi, Machakos, Nakuru, Kericho, Kisumu, Kakamega, Eldoret, Maralal, Mombasa, Kwale, Kitale, Bungoma, Thika, Embu, Kisii, Sotik, Malindi, Nyeri, Meru, Karungu, Kongelai

Kenya Locations:


Lake Turkana (Lake Rudolf), Lake Victoria, Lake Natron, Lake Amboseli, Chalbi Desert, Yatta Plateau, Ungama Bay, Lotagipi Swamp, Lorian Swamp, Lake Nakuru, Tana Lake, Indian Ocean, Laga Bor River, Laga Bogal River, Usambara Mountains, Pare Mountains, Mount Kenya

Kenya Natural Resources:


Kenya’s many mineral resources include fluorspar, gypsum, diatomite, soda ash, limestone and gemstones. The country has other exploitable resources which include zinc, salt, wildlife and hydropower.

Kenya Natural Hazards:


The country of Kenya has natural hazards which include recurring droughts and flooding during rainy seasons.

Kenya Environmental Issues:


Kenya’s environmental issues which concern the land include deforestation, soil erosion and desertification. The country has water pollution from urban and industrial wastes and there is an overall degradation of water quality from the increased use of pesticides and fertilizers. Lake Victoria is affected by the invasive and noxious water hyacinth. Kenya’s environmental issues include poaching.
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