Women living in Kenya consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.4 out of 5.
Women living in Kenya consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 out of 5.
On average 50.4% percentage of women in Kenya have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
Based on 13 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.4/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 2.8/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 3.5/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 1.9/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.7/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.5/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.6/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.6/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2.1/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.5/5 | A Bit Worried |
Angelina
I take the usual safety precautions when In nairobi. I don't go out at night alone, leave valuables at home, etc. I've been here a couple of months now and only have had enjoyable reactions with locals
Posted: December 25, 2024Nairobi is a safe space to travel however it’s all based on the location, my rating is based on how I think it is and from my experiences in the city but also from what I’ve read online from other women’s experiences. Choosing an expensive location means more safety even walking at night while the cheaper side you may consider your safety more.
Posted: December 25, 2024Tarina
Nairobi is a moderately safe place. For women especially, can be alarming. However, if you're sure of your surroundings, you'll be alright. As a girl of my age, I suggest never walk alone in the dark or in an area you're not familiar with.
Posted: December 25, 2024Using uber and cabs are more safe than public for a traveller, most of the places day time is much safer than night time in Nairobi, u recommend one to have at least day activities for safety than night activities
Posted: December 24, 2024It is very safe. The dange is the fear every, or most, women have but not much to it. It is a very boring town. The most worry some thing is animals. Mainly snakes because leopards are rare to actually see.
Posted: December 24, 2024From my point of view, I have worked in Kikuyu for almost three years, and I have not encountered any insecurities or been mugged while going back home from work. Going to work is very easy, and I don't have to worry about time at any given moment.
Posted: November 10, 2024Generally very safe. Because of the high number of nightclubs, malls and restaurants, it's very vibrant and well lit in the evenings. A lot of multi-national corporations have offices in Westlands so again it's pretty safe.
Posted: September 19, 2024It’s fairly safe but don’t walk alone at night in neighborhoods you aren’t familiar with.
Posted: June 12, 2024It definitely depends on the area in which you are staying in Kenya. In Nairobi for example, you should use bold and uber. The public transportations are definitely not safe. But all in all you cab walk around in Nairobi without being worried. I live in Bungoma, there you definitely have to be more careful.
Posted: May 11, 2024Here's my reviews about safety in Nairobi: 1. It's safe so long as you also take some cautions 2. Hold your bag right while walking on the streets ( that is if you are an ever walking on streets traveller) 3. Always seek assistance from the hotel you are at for transport services to anywhere you wanna go
Posted: April 27, 2024based on 16 experiences from female travelers
Yes I was safe in Mombasa I get to experience the breeze of sea , tried sea food and other amazing street food which I find it more delicious than the other common food in Kenya, mombasa is the best place for relaxing
Posted: December 24, 2024Dafquez
Canada
I booked with Pathway Safaris, and felt well cared for and safe. I even cried a little when they saw me off at the airport, because I felt like they became family! I really appreciated getting to know local communities.
Posted: July 24, 2024Experienced: April, 2023Ava
Excited about this space, as a future aspiring traveller and hope to help others
Flora
I'm flora I love making friends and Interacting with them. I love camping, beach basking, snorkeling, zipling,trying new restaurant, game drives, and much more