Is Kenya Safe for Women? Crime & Safety Index
Safety index
The safety level in Kenya is considered moderate, with an overall safety index of 3.3 out of 5.
Crime index
The crime rate in Kenya is considered low, with an overall crime index of 2.1 out of 5.
Violence index
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.
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Crime & Safety Statistics
Based on 6 experiences
Safety index: | 3.3/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 2.3/5 | Unsafe |
Safety using public transport: | 2.9/5 | Moderate |
Crime index: | 2.1/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.3/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.3/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.9/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
How safe is Kenya?
Westlands
Generally 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, 2024Nairobi
Nairobi is like most big cities, you feel comfortable because of the people around always but you want to be careful since there’s a lot of idle men on the roads. You can find easy information on the map and what bus to take, you can also ask the people for directions and stuff, the people are generally nice and helpful.
Posted: August 24, 2024Nairobi
It’s fairly safe but don’t walk alone at night in neighborhoods you aren’t familiar with.
Posted: June 12, 2024Kenya
It 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, 2024Nairobi
Here'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, 2024Mombasa
It’s a good place to travel and explore but you have to be careful. For first time travelers you shouldn’t trust strangers you meet at the beach because most of them are scammers and can try to sell you things which are overpriced.
Posted: March 10, 2024Is Kenya worth visiting?
Overall rating
based on 9 experiences from female travelers
Dafquez
Canada
Kenya, Solo travel
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, 2023
Barb
United States
Kenya, Couple travel
For anyone that loves adventure and animals, Kenya is an incredible destination. I’m not really a beach person, but the Indian Ocean is the only ocean I will actually go in, since it is warm and crystal clear. As far as safety, I was able to walk alone and had no fear. However, you do need to be able to tell the beach boys you’re not interested in long discussions with them. Down in the south is Wasini island. There you can swim with the dolphins and whale sharks. A little to the north is the South Coast region, and there you find Simba Hills which has a coastal forest safari and you can see the rare sable antelopes. As you head further inland there are national parks such as Ambosili, Tsavo East and Tsavo West. From there you can see spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, which is actually located in Tanzania. There is also no shortage of wild animals and I have seen all animals except rhinos in these parks. I recommend a visit to the Masa Mari where you can see rhinos and the big herds, but it’s especially interesting during migration season.
Posted: April 29, 2024Meet locals in Kenya
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