UK, Canada Issue Travel Advisory to Kenya Week Apart
Canada has recently joined other nations in issuing a security warning to its citizens visiting Kenya, shortly after the UK also issued a comparable advisory just a week ago.
The warnings from foreign nations primarily focus on the well-being of their citizens, cautioning them about a purported rise in terrorist incidents, particularly in Northern Kenya.
The UK advised its citizens to avoid traveling to six specific regions identified as primary targets for terrorist groups. Additionally, it cautioned against visiting crowded places such as shopping malls, which have previously been subjected to attacks.
The UK pointed out specific regions of focus, including the Kenya-Somali border, Eastern Garissa, Mandera, Tana River County, Lamu counties, and the coastal area stretching from Tana River to Galana River.
“No foreign travel can be guaranteed as safe. It would help if you took personal responsibility for your travel,” read part of the alert.
However, Canada issued cautions about four specific regions, which encompass particular neighborhoods in Nairobi County such as Eastleigh, Kibera, and Pangani. Additionally, they highlighted areas including Turkana, Marsabit, Tana River, Kilifi, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, and Lamu counties.
Canada also cautioned its nationals regarding the possibility of car theft, theft, and abductions, particularly in prominent urban areas such as Nairobi and Mombasa.
“Be particularly alert during religious holidays, sporting events, and public celebrations. Terrorists have carried out attacks during these events,” read part of the warning.
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Canadians were cautioned about regular power outages in Kenya, which could lead to a rise in criminal behavior. Therefore, they were recommended to prepare accordingly and adhere to guidance provided by local officials.
Additional risks cautioned to the foreign visitors encompassed deceitful practices, traffic collisions, maritime theft, as well as tampered food and beverages, among various other concerns.
Amin Mohamed, the Director of Criminal Investigations, issued the third warning on December 2 in anticipation of the upcoming holiday season.
The head of the DCI stated that there is a rise in criminal activity during the holiday season, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance among security personnel to safeguard the Kenyan population.
“Amin noted that it was at such a season of the year when criminals in their numbers set out to interrupt the peace and safety of the citizens through violent robberies, breakings and all manner of felonies,” a statement released by the DCI read.
UK, Canada Issue Travel Advisory to Kenya Week Apart
