Canada Issues Terror Alert in 6 Areas in Kenya

There is a threat of terrorism. Credible information indicates that foreigners may be targeted by extremists in the following areas:

• Nairobi
• Naivasha
• Nanyuki
• Meru
• Narok
• the coastal areas of Kenya

There is an increased risk of terrorist attacks in the following counties:

• Mandera
• Wajir
• Garissa

Terrorist attacks have occurred:

• in Nairobi
• in the coastal region, including in Mombasa and Malindi
• in the Mandera, Wajir and Garissa counties, near the border with Somalia

Areas bordering South Sudan and Ethiopia

There is an extreme threat of kidnapping, terrorism and cross-border violence in the northern counties of Marsabit and Turkana within 110 km of Ethiopia and South Sudan.

Neighbourhoods of Nairobi

Criminal activity remains high in several neighbourhoods and areas of Nairobi. Police capacity to respond to crime and other incidents is very limited.

Northern and Western Kenya

Some areas located in Turkana, Marsabit, Isiolo, Wajir and Mandera counties are considered unsafe. The ongoing threat posed by terrorism is joined by various regional, tribal or clan-based conflicts involving land, cattle and water. Consider using armed escorts when travelling within these counties; escorts can often be arranged through local police stations.

• Avoid venturing away from tourist areas
• Do not travel after dark

Tribal conflicts have occurred in the Mount Elgon area in the western counties of Trans-Nzoia and Bungoma. If you decide to travel to that region:

• remain vigilant at all times
• monitor local media