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Kenya

Republic of Kenya

Region

Africa • Eastern Africa

Capital

Nairobi

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The flag of Kenya is composed of three equal horizontal bands of black, red with white top and bottom edges, and green. An emblem comprising a red, black and white Maasai shield covering two crossed white spears is superimposed at the center of the field.

The flag of Kenya is composed of three equal horizontal bands of black, red with white top and bottom edges, and green. An emblem comprising a red, black and white Maasai shield covering two crossed white spears is superimposed at the center of the field.

Population
53,771,300
Area
580,367 km²
Time Zone
UTC+03:00
Top-Level Domain
.ke

About Kenya

Kenya is a country located in Africa, specifically in the Eastern Africa region. Its capital city is Nairobi. With a population of 53,771,300, it ranks among the highly populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 580,367 km², making it a large country in terms of land area. With a population density of 92.65 people per square kilometer, it is sparsely populated.

The official languages of Kenya include English and Swahili.

The currency used in Kenya is the Kenyan shilling (Sh), .

Kenya is a member of the United Nations.

In Kenya, vehicles drive on the left side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC+03:00 time zone.

Kenya shares its borders with 5 countries: Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda.

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Coat of Arms of Kenya

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Nairobi
  • Continent: Africa
  • Native Name: Kenya
  • Demonym: Kenyan
  • Top Level Domain: .ke
  • Calling Code: +254
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Monday

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