Visitor's Guide Welcome to Kenya

VISITOR’S GUIDE WELCOME TO KENYA

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2 World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide ABOUT WORLD VISION

World Vision is an international Christian humanitarian organisation dedicated to working with children, families and communities to reach their full potential by tackling the root causes of poverty and injustice.

World Vision Kenya partners with communities, the Government, sponsors, donors and corporates to help

livelihoods and resilience, child protection, education, health and access to improved water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) for children and their families. Through our advocacy work, we enable the voices of children and their communities to reach decision-makers who have the power to change unjust policies and practices.

World Vision Kenya has a vast program reach in Kenya with over 50 Area Development Programs (ADPs) - long-term development programs spread across 35 counties nationwide.

Vision

Our Vision for every child, life in all its fullness; Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so.

Mission

World Vision’s mission is to follow our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ in working with the poor and oppressed to promote human transformation, seek justice, and bear witness to the good news of the Kingdom of God.

Core Values

We are Christian. We are committed to the poor. We value people. We are stewards. We are partners. We are responsive.

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3 ABOUT WORLD VISION 12 PLANNING A TRIP 1. Trip request and approval 4 WORLD VISION KENYA process STRATEGY MAP 2. Size of visiting group 3. Entry - VISA Application 5 WORLD VISION KENYA 3. Insurance ADPs MAP 4. Finances

7 OBJECTIVE 15 PICK-UP FROM AIRPORT INTRODUCTION Approved In-country Transportation

8 OVERVIEW OF KENYA 16 SECURITY BRIEF 1. Geography 1. Overview 2. Population 2. Kenya Security Risk Rating 3. Language 4. Political Developments 16 PACKING LIST 5. Social Developments 1. Mobile Phones 6.Climate 2. Key Travel Documents 7.Work Week 3. Medical Supplies 8. Currency 4. Snacks 9.Electricity 5. Miscelleneous 6. Dressing 10 OUR FOCUS AREAS 7. Food and Drinks 1. Livelihoods & Resilience OBJECTIVE 2. Child Protection 18 PLACES TO VISIT WHILE IN 3. Education NAIROBI This guideline provides information, general advice and clarity on how to organise a business trip to 4. Health 1. David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust World Vision Kenya that is safe, meets set objectives and is enjoyable. The guideline is updated annually. 2. Girrafe Centre 3. Karen Blixen Museum 4. Nairobi National Park INTRODUCTION 5. Churches in Kenya 6. Shopping Malls World Vision Kenya warmly welcomes all business and donor visitors to Kenya.

21 HELPFUL CONTACTS Each year, many different business trips take place in World Vision Kenya. Examples include business 1. Contacts while in Kenya 2. Hours at World Vision including sponsors, donors, media teams, celebrities and corporate representatives.

World Vision Kenya’s hope is that by effectively hosting and coordinating these trips, we can foster collaboration, connection and support in order to better achieve our ministry objective: increased protection, participation and sustained well-being of vulnerable children in Kenya.

6 World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS

7 OBJECTIVE 15 PICK-UP FROM AIRPORT INTRODUCTION Approved In-country Transportation

World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide 7 OVERVIEW OF KENYA focused on implementation of the August GEOGRAPHY 2010 constitution, which established 47 county administrations under a transformative Located in East Africa, Kenya borders the Indian devolution program. Deepening implementation Ocean to the east, Somalia to the northeast, of devolution and strengthening of governance Ethiopia to the north, South Sudan to the institutions to improve accountability and public northwest, Uganda to the west, and Tanzania to service delivery at national and local levels are the south. Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, is situated some of the key agenda of the government. slightly south of the centre point of the country at an altitude of 1,700 meters or 5,500 feet above SOCIAL sea level. DEVELOPMENTS POPULATION Kenya has met a few of the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) targets, including Estimated at 44.4 million, the population of Kenya reduced child mortality, near universal primary is relatively young, with 43 percent of all Kenyans school enrolment and narrower gender gaps in aged between zero to 14 years. Only 30.4 education. Interventions and increased spending percent of the population lives in urban areas, on health and education are paying dividends, and HIV/AIDs prevalence has reduced. Devolved percent by 2015. health care and free maternal health care in all public health facilities has the potential to improve The population of Kenya is highly heterogeneous health care outcomes and develop a more (ethnically diverse). Kenya’s ethnic diversity has equitable health care system. produced a vibrant culture which at times has Kenya has great potential to be one of Africa’s religions in Kenya include Christianity 82.6%, Islam great success stories from its growing and youthful 11% and other religions. population, a dynamic private sector, a new constitution, and its pivotal role in East Africa. If the country can addresses challenges of poverty, LANGUAGE inequality, governance, low investment and low

growth rates that will transform the lives of of Kenya. Many Kenyans also speak a variety of ordinary citizens. Devolution is a challenge, but indigenous languages. also an opportunity for greater distribution of economic opportunities across income groups POLITICAL and regions. DEVELOPMENTS CLIMATE The independent Republic of Kenya was formed in 1964. The current government under President Although Kenya lies across the equator, annual rainfall over most of the country is surprisingly 9, 2013. Kenyatta’s Jubilee administration has low and rather variable from year to year. The

8 World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide OVERVIEW OF KENYA focused on implementation of the August variety of relief and the range of altitude in Kenya produce a considerable number of distinctive local GEOGRAPHY 2010 constitution, which established 47 county administrations under a transformative climates and local weather too numerous to be WORK WEEK devolution program. Deepening implementation detailed here. Located in East Africa, Kenya borders the Indian Monday to Friday - 8:00am -5:00pm Ocean to the east, Somalia to the northeast, of devolution and strengthening of governance SEASONS Ethiopia to the north, South Sudan to the institutions to improve accountability and public northwest, Uganda to the west, and Tanzania to service delivery at national and local levels are Short rains are generally from October to CURRENCY the south. Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, is situated some of the key agenda of the government. November. The long rains last from March to early slightly south of the centre point of the country at June. an altitude of 1,700 meters or 5,500 feet above SOCIAL approximately 1USD = Ksh.100 sea level. DEVELOPMENTS TEMPERATURE ELECTRICITY POPULATION Kenya has met a few of the Millennium The average day-time temperature year-round Development Goals (MDG) targets, including is between 20°C / 68°F and 28 C / 82 F, but it is 220 - 240 Volts AC Plug type-G. Estimated at 44.4 million, the population of Kenya reduced child mortality, near universal primary warmer at the coast where it is hot and humid all You will need a voltage converter and plug is relatively young, with 43 percent of all Kenyans school enrolment and narrower gender gaps in year-round. adapter in order to use US appliances. aged between zero to 14 years. Only 30.4 education. Interventions and increased spending percent of the population lives in urban areas, on health and education are paying dividends, http://www.worldbank.org/en/ country/kenya/overview and the BBC Monitoring and HIV/AIDs prevalence has reduced. Devolved percent by 2015. health care and free maternal health care in all public health facilities has the potential to improve The population of Kenya is highly heterogeneous health care outcomes and develop a more (ethnically diverse). Kenya’s ethnic diversity has equitable health care system. produced a vibrant culture which at times has Kenya has great potential to be one of Africa’s religions in Kenya include Christianity 82.6%, Islam great success stories from its growing and youthful 11% and other religions. population, a dynamic private sector, a new constitution, and its pivotal role in East Africa. If the country can addresses challenges of poverty, LANGUAGE inequality, governance, low investment and low growth rates that will transform the lives of of Kenya. Many Kenyans also speak a variety of ordinary citizens. Devolution is a challenge, but indigenous languages. also an opportunity for greater distribution of economic opportunities across income groups POLITICAL and regions. DEVELOPMENTS CLIMATE The independent Republic of Kenya was formed in 1964. The current government under President Although Kenya lies across the equator, annual rainfall over most of the country is surprisingly 9, 2013. Kenyatta’s Jubilee administration has low and rather variable from year to year. The

9 World Vision Kenya: Visitor’s Guide World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide 9 OUR FOCUS AREAS World Vision Kenya’s Five-Year Strategy (2016- Early Childhood Development (ECD), is geared 2020) focuses on improved livelihoods and towards helping boys and girls attain literacy resilience, child protection, education, health and skills, complete basic education and enhance access to improved water, sanitation and hygiene intellectual and social development. (WASH) for children and their families. Through our advocacy work, we enable the voices of children and their communities to reach decision- HEALTH makers who have the power to change unjust World Vision Kenya partners with communities, policies and practices. government and other partners to improve the health of children and reduce maternal LIVELIHOODS AND and child mortality. We support mothers to address malnutrition and enable household-level RESILIENCE management of preventable childhood illnesses. In partnership with the government, donors and Through training on modern farming techniques, use of comprehensive integrated child health World Vision Kenya empowers farmers to grow initiatives such as Malezi Bora, we have recorded high-value, sustainable crops, run kitchen gardens improved coverage of essential vaccines and and rear healthy livestock. World Vision supports immunization in our ADPs. households to adapt to climate change and recover from disasters. We support communities to identify economic opportunities through WATER, SANITATION

World Vision. AND HYGIENE (WASH) World Vision Kenya works with communities CHILD PROTECTION and partners to improve access to safe and clean water and sensitize communities on proper sanitation and hygiene practices. We employ World Vision works to protect children from various technologies including deep wells, spring risks such as violence, Female Genital Mutilation, water collection, construction of earth dams, exploitation, abuse and neglect by strengthening rainwater harvesting and pipeline systems. child protection systems and practices. We partner with the government, law enforcement agencies and other child-focused organisations EMERGENCIES to provide a safe environment and increase the World Vision Kenya works to restore hope and resilience of children. World Vision Kenya also dignity to vulnerable families and communities partners with schools and religious institutions to affected by emergencies in Kenya. We contribute enhance children’s spirituality. to inter-agency emergency response efforts

EDUCATION Daadab refugee camps. Response interventions include providing emergency food provisions, World Vision Kenya’s education interventions, clean water, sanitation services and other including increasing enrolment of children in household and hygiene supplies.

10 World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide OUR FOCUS AREAS World Vision Kenya’s Five-Year Strategy (2016- Early Childhood Development (ECD), is geared One of World Vision’s hallmark programmes 2020) focuses on improved livelihoods and towards helping boys and girls attain literacy is delivering child-friendly spaces and services - resilience, child protection, education, health and skills, complete basic education and enhance special play and education areas where children access to improved water, sanitation and hygiene intellectual and social development. can regain a sense of stability amid the chaos and (WASH) for children and their families. Through have their psychosocial conditions monitored. our advocacy work, we enable the voices of children and their communities to reach decision- HEALTH makers who have the power to change unjust World Vision Kenya partners with communities, policies and practices. government and other partners to improve the health of children and reduce maternal LIVELIHOODS AND and child mortality. We support mothers to address malnutrition and enable household-level RESILIENCE management of preventable childhood illnesses. In partnership with the government, donors and Through training on modern farming techniques, use of comprehensive integrated child health World Vision Kenya empowers farmers to grow initiatives such as Malezi Bora, we have recorded high-value, sustainable crops, run kitchen gardens improved coverage of essential vaccines and and rear healthy livestock. World Vision supports immunization in our ADPs. households to adapt to climate change and recover from disasters. We support communities to identify economic opportunities through WATER, SANITATION

World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide 11 PLANNING A TRIP TRIP REQUEST AND APPROVAL PROCESS FOR ALL VISITS

When you plan your visit to World Vision Kenya, please be aware of the following:

A minimum three (3) months advance notice is required. Please avoid visiting

A visit request must be sent by email to the Operations Director, [email protected] for approval. or over a public holiday period The email needs to provide a clear objective/purpose for the visit, the duration of the visit and the total number of visitors.

A background/bio/brief of the visitors is useful.

[email protected]

TRIP REQUEST REQUIREMENTS FOR CAPTURING COMMUNITY BASED CONTENT

For trips which involve the capture of community-based content - primarily communications and advocacy purposes.

After sending your request by email please also Raise a Share Assignment Please note that use Read and sign the Trip Approval Form (TAF) to ensure the successful planning of drones (unarmed aerial vehicles) for please include the pre-trip brief in the original request. aerial photography is not permissible in Kenya unless one obtains approval from the Kenya Civil issued by the department of immigration. Aviation Authority and Ministry of The special passes are available for Kshs 15,000.00. Defence. Approval is not guaranteed For more information contact the Guest Relations and may take up Tole _Uzel@ wvi.org to three months to obtain

12 World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide PLANNING A TRIP How To Apply TRIP REQUEST AND APPROVAL PROCESS FOR ALL VISITS SIZE OF VISITING GROUP As from 1st July, 2015 VISA applications by visitors When you plan your visit to World Vision Kenya, please be aware of the following: to Kenya will be made via www.ecitizen.go.ke. The size of visiting teams/delegations will be agreed A minimum three (3) months advance notice is required. Please avoid visiting • Register on www.ecitizen.go.ke and World Vision Kenya,consistent with mutually A visit request must be sent by email to the Operations • Select register as a visitor Director, [email protected] for approval. or over a public accommodate a visit with high quality experiences, we recommend group sizes of less than ten people. • Once logged in, select department of holiday period immigration services The email needs to provide a clear objective/purpose for the visit, the duration of the visit and the total number of visitors. After written approval for the visit has been • Select submit application granted, an itinerary will be developed. At this stage, A background/bio/brief of the visitors is useful. email and Skype calls with the Guest Relations • Select Kenya Visa [email protected] are important to clarify [email protected] details of the visit. • Select the type of visa and read the instructions carefully ENTRY-VISA • Fill the application form TRIP REQUEST REQUIREMENTS FOR CAPTURING APPLICATION COMMUNITY BASED CONTENT • Pay using visa card, MasterCard and other debit Any foreigner seeking to enter the Republic of cards For trips which involve the capture of community-based content - primarily Kenya should have a passport which is valid for not less than six months. • Await approval via email, then download and print the e-Visa from your eCitizen account communications and advocacy purposes.

• Present your printed e-Visa to the immigration at the port of entry After sending your request by email please also Raise a Share Assignment Please note that use Read and sign the Trip Approval Form (TAF) to ensure the successful planning of drones (unarmed aerial vehicles) for please include the pre-trip brief in the original request. aerial photography is not permissible in Kenya unless one obtains approval from the Kenya Civil issued by the department of immigration. Aviation Authority and Ministry of The special passes are available for Kshs 15,000.00. Defence. Approval is not guaranteed For more information contact the Guest Relations and may take up Tole _Uzel@ wvi.org to three months to obtain

13 World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide 13 Disclaimer Visitors who require an • The Visa processing fee is non-refundable. invitation letter should contact the Government • Incomplete applications will be rejected. Relations & Protocol Advisor • The possession of an eVisa is not the [email protected] authority to enter the Republic of Kenya. Submission of a SA (settlement advance) will be • A visa is required prior to entry into the done as soon as all the suppliers have been paid Republic of Kenya. which, may take a couple of weeks.

• The e-Visa print out must be presented at the port of entry

Engaging in any form of business or employment without a requisite permit or pass is an offence

INSURANCE

Please arrange your own travel / medical insurance in advance, should you need medical attention during your stay in Kenya.

FINANCES All costs incurred during a trip must be covered by the visitors. These costs include, but are not limited to transportation, lodging, meals, drinks these same costs for any accompanying host or staff who is involved in the trip.

World Vision Kenya will prepare a budget for the entire visit once the trip is approved and the create a PA (pre-approval) for the visit expenses as per the budget.

14 World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide PICK-UP FROM AIRPORT Disclaimer Visitors who require an • The Visa processing fee is non-refundable. APPROVED invitation letter should from the airport ahead of time with the Guest contact the Government IN-COUNTRY • Incomplete applications will be rejected. Relations & Protocol Advisor through World Vision Kenya’s travel agent BCD. The TRANSPORTATION • The possession of an eVisa is not the [email protected] cost for the transfer is USD 18 one-way. authority to enter the Republic of Kenya. BCD Travel agents: Submission of a SA (settlement advance) will be While in the country, it is +254 788 100 014 or • A visa is required prior to entry into the done as soon as all the suppliers have been paid recommended that guests use +254 722 128 076 Republic of Kenya. which, may take a couple of weeks. World Vision Kenya approved taxis only TAXI • The e-Visa print out must be presented at the port of entry Express Impress Taxi: +254 720 269 668 or inside the main airport building and call your contact +254 729 872 647 Engaging in any form of business person. If the person is not available contact World or employment without a ote: Payment receipts are not always available, requisite permit or pass is an N so make sure to note your own expenses. offence +254 722675811 IN-COUNTRY FLIGHTS All travels to World Vision Kenya projects or ADPs

should be arranged through the World Vision Kenya

INSURANCE Mombasa, Kisumu and Eldoret cities. Please arrange your own travel / medical insurance in advance, should you need medical attention during your stay in Kenya.

World Vision Kenya will prepare a budget for the entire visit once the trip is approved and the create a PA (pre-approval) for the visit expenses as per the budget.

15 World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide 15 SECURITY BRIEF This security brief is developed for visitors and the management of security and also providing any In hotel – Not everyone in a hotel is a genuine Avoid all protests and public World Vision International staff who come to guidance that one may need. guest. Keep your room door and windows locked. gatherings and demostrations as Draw your curtains fully. Do not open your door they may turn violent Kenya, and hosted entities. World Vision staff to strangers. Know the emergency exit. Visitors members hosting your visit are more familiar with KENYA SECURITY RISK must not leave their valuable items (laptops, the local customs and travel security procedures RATING computers, pc tablets and cameras e.t.c.) in the within their respective areas of operation and thus hotel room. make the best guides. Provided below are a few Overall Country Risk Rating = ORANGE general precautions and guidelines that will help (Medium risk and restriction of movement) you feel secure and also enable you to enjoy your stay in Kenya. PERSONAL SECURITY MITIGATION MEASURES

OVERVIEW Situational awareness – be constantly aware of the prevailing situation. Something could Kenya’s overall security has remained relatively happen at any time. moderate with some safety and security issues, demanding advised movement in several parts Credit cards – Limit your use of credit cards. of the country. Lamu and Garissa Counties in the Be observant when using a credit card. Coast region and the whole of the north eastern region of Kenya including the whole stretch Personal information – Be cautious about bordering Somalia have recently turned into very sharing personal information, especially with strangers. visitors intending to visit any of these destinations. In addition, visiting Nairobi, Mombasa and other Walking – Avoid walking in poorly lit areas. Use World Vision approved taxis. Refrain from using bodaboda (bicycle or a motor cycle taxi). Visitors are advised to refrain from joining public Bodaboda is not a safe mode of transport. gatherings and demonstrations which sometimes turn violent as the demonstrators engage police in Valuables – Minimize exposure of valuables. running battles. Visitors also need to remain alert While in hotels, lock your valuables in safes or and updated on the local security developments register them at the hotel reception. by monitoring local news and reports, seeking updates from their host colleagues and being Movement – Inform colleagues of your aware of their surroundings. Always be vigilant itinerary including locations being visited, with regarding your personal security and preparedness. whom and expected time of return. Avoid all protests and public gatherings and demonstrations According to World Vision’s security policy, all as they may turn violent. staff are responsible for their own security and are expected to actively contribute to a positive Money – Do not carry money or display large security culture. This means that, one should do amounts of money. Carry your handbag in a all he/she can to remain secure and ensure safety secure manner to prevent it from being snatched. of World Vision property or assets. Every line

16 World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide SECURITY BRIEF This security brief is developed for visitors and the management of security and also providing any In hotel – Not everyone in a hotel is a genuine Avoid all protests and public World Vision International staff who come to guidance that one may need. guest. Keep your room door and windows locked. gatherings and demostrations as Draw your curtains fully. Do not open your door they may turn violent Kenya, and hosted entities. World Vision staff to strangers. Know the emergency exit. Visitors members hosting your visit are more familiar with KENYA SECURITY RISK must not leave their valuable items (laptops, the local customs and travel security procedures RATING computers, pc tablets and cameras e.t.c.) in the within their respective areas of operation and thus hotel room. make the best guides. Provided below are a few Overall Country Risk Rating = ORANGE general precautions and guidelines that will help (Medium risk and restriction of movement) you feel secure and also enable you to enjoy your stay in Kenya. PERSONAL SECURITY MITIGATION MEASURES

World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide 17 PACKING LIST

MOBILE PHONES MISCELLANEOUS Visitors may purchase a SIM card (phone number) It is recommended that you pack an electric and/or a cheap mobile phone from any local converter, multi-socket adapter, a portable torch mobile shop. Consult with your host to help you and cash on hand. US dollar notes up to $200 buy a mobile phone if needed. You will be required nationwide. Do also carry ATM –VISA cards. for your sim-card to be registered once you have There are many ATMs available around Nairobi purchased it. and major towns. Money can be withdrawn in US dollars or Kenya shillings. Some hotels and Currently Safaricom and Airtel are the most restaurants in main cities accept credit cards. suitable mobile service providers in terms of availability, coverage and cellular data. DRESSING KEY TRAVEL Women - Clothes that cover knees and DOCUMENTS shoulders; walking shoes (2 pairs), socks, nightwear, V hat, sunglasses, light jacket, bathing and swimming insurance card, printed itinerary and invitation suit and feminine products. letter if required. You are encouraged to make two Men copies of your passport, passport photo and airline -Sportswear, pants/trousers, clothes that tickets and store them in separate bags. Put your cover knees and shoulders, walking shoes (2 pairs), name, address and telephone numbers, inside and socks, nightwear, hat, belt, light jacket, bathing and outside each piece of luggage. If possible lock your swimming suit and deodorant. luggage. .

FOOD AND DRINKS MEDICAL SUPPLIES Kenya’s staple food is Ugali [a dish of maize cooked with water to a dough-like consistency] and medicine. vegetables (often kale). However, every community in Kenya has its own traditional delicacy. It is recommended that guests use available mosquito nets. Generally it is advisable to know what you can and cannot eat. Street food is not recommended for visitors. Allergies can be fatal. Always speak to your host before meal time if you are allergic to certain SNACKS foods. In general tap water is not safe to drink. We strongly recommend that you drink bottled water. snacks including protein bars, granola bars, trail mix and nuts.

18 18 World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide If you are alergic to certain type of food, please inform your host. It is a must to bring your medical kit in case of any emergency

19 World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide 19 PLACES TO VISIT WHILE IN NAIROBI Nairobi is known as the ‘Green City in the Sun’ giraffes, where guests have the opportunity to view and is the main commercial centre of Kenya with giraffes as well as feed them. well-developed infrastructure.

Should you wish to visit the following popular tourist sites in Nairobi, we recommend that you contact World Vision Kenya’s Travel agent BCD KAREN BLIXEN Travel to arrange the visit. MUSEUM

BCD Travel Company The Karen Blixen Museum is located near the +254 788 100 014 back to 1914, during the First World War, with the Please note that World Vision vehicles cannot be used arrival of Karen Blixen from Denmark. At the foot for private / non-business related visits. of Ngong Hills, Karen Blixen established herself as a farmer. After her departure in 1931, the suburbs retained the commemorative home of Karen. The beautiful farmhouse is where Karen Blixen, author DAVID SHELDRICK of the famed memoir Out of Africa lived on from 1917 up to 1931, until she left Kenya after a series WILDLIFE TRUST of personal tragedies.

The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust is a successful orphan-elephant rescue and rehabilitation program. NAIROBI The orphanage is situated near the World Vision NATIONAL PARK between 11am and 12 noon every day, where you can watch keepers take orphaned baby rhinos and A short drive out of Nairobi’s central business elephants for their daily mud baths and see the district is the Nairobi National Park. The Park hosts elephants being fed and play. a wide variety of wildlife including the endangered black rhino, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, buffaloes, giraffes and diverse birdlife with over GIRAFFE CENTRE 400 species recorded. Visitors can enjoy the park’s picnic sites, three campsites and the walking trails The African Fund for Endangered Wildlife for hikers. http://www.kws.go.ke/parks/nairobi-national-park is commonly known as the Giraffe Centre. Founded in 1979 as a core breeding centre of the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe, the centre escalated its conservation efforts in 1983, opening up an environmental education centre for the Kenyan youth. The visit gives guests an opportunity for an up close and personal interaction with

20 World Vision Kenya | Visitor’s Guide PLACES TO VISIT WHILE IN NAIROBI Nairobi is known as the ‘Green City in the Sun’ giraffes, where guests have the opportunity to view and is the main commercial centre of Kenya with giraffes as well as feed them. well-developed infrastructure. CHURCHES IN SHOPPING MALLS KENYA Should you wish to visit the following popular tourist sites in Nairobi, we recommend that you KAREN BLIXEN The following shopping malls are situated near the contact World Vision Kenya’s Travel agent BCD Experience Kenyan church worship in English. Travel to arrange the visit. MUSEUM Don Bosco Catholic Church Upperhill Nairobi Galleria Shopping Mall is situated at the junction BCD Travel Company The Karen Blixen Museum is located near the http://www.donboscochurch.org +254 788 100 014 of Langata and Magadi road. Open every day from 9am to 11.30pm. back to 1914, during the First World War, with the Nairobi Chapel Tel: +254 20 2363063 / +254 704-498463. Please note that World Vision vehicles cannot be used arrival of Karen Blixen from Denmark. At the foot http://nairobichapel.org for private / non-business related visits. of Ngong Hills, Karen Blixen established herself as Junction Shopping Mall is located on Ngong a farmer. After her departure in 1931, the suburbs Nairobi Baptist road. Open every day from 9am to 7pm. retained the commemorative home of Karen. The http://nairobibaptist.co.ke beautiful farmhouse is where Karen Blixen, author Tel: +254 203872881 / +254 203864299 / +254 203872906 DAVID SHELDRICK of the famed memoir Out of Africa lived on from Nairobi Pentecostal Church 1917 up to 1931, until she left Kenya after a series http://www.citam.org Yaya Centre WILDLIFE TRUST of personal tragedies. is on Argwings Kohdek Road. Open every day from 9.30am to 7pm. The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust is a successful Tel: +254 20 2713360/1 / 0722-200989 orphan-elephant rescue and rehabilitation program. NAIROBI The orphanage is situated near the World Vision NATIONAL PARK between 11am and 12 noon every day, where you can watch keepers take orphaned baby rhinos and A short drive out of Nairobi’s central business elephants for their daily mud baths and see the district is the Nairobi National Park. The Park hosts elephants being fed and play. a wide variety of wildlife including the endangered black rhino, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, buffaloes, giraffes and diverse birdlife with over GIRAFFE CENTRE 400 species recorded. Visitors can enjoy the park’s picnic sites, three campsites and the walking trails The African Fund for Endangered Wildlife for hikers. http://www.kws.go.ke/parks/nairobi-national-park is commonly known as the Giraffe Centre. Founded in 1979 as a core breeding centre of the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe, the centre escalated its conservation efforts in 1983, opening up an environmental education centre for the Kenyan youth. The visit gives guests an opportunity for an up close and personal interaction with

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