Canada Issues a Travel Warning against Kenya citing power outage, crime.
Canada Issues a Travel Warning against Kenya: The travel alert warned Canadian nationals to exercise caution when travelling to Kenya, because of the increased cases of blackouts that impact JKIA, SGR, terrorism, high levels of crime, and terrorism among other factors.
The advisory warning also cautioned Canadians against travelling to Nairobi’s Eastleigh, Kibera, Mathare and Pangani areas because of crime.
Notably, They were warned against travelling to areas that border the Somalia border, such as Mandera, Wajir, Garissa and Lamu Counties, because of crime and high chances of being kidnapped.
Consequently, Canadian Nationals were directed to be on high alert with their travel documents and be cautious while visiting entertainment joints to avoid being drugged.
The warning read,” Be particularly alert during religious holidays, sporting events, and public celebrations. Terrorists have carried out attacks during these events.”
“Foreigners volunteering with local non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have sometimes reported incidents of fraud, threats and mistreatment by local personnel,” the warning added.
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