INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS IN KENYA

Airports play a major role in enabling people move from one destination to the other both domestic and international in a faster way. They facilitate travel for both leisure and business purposes.

Kenya is the ultimate destination for every kind of traveler, it has diverse cultural heritage, landscapes, and an abundant wildlife.

Eldoret International Airport

Eldoret International Airport was established in 1995. The airport primarily operated on domestic flights with no direct international passenger flights available, therefore one needs to connect flights with stopovers at other airports in Kenya.

§  Runways         -           1 measuring 11,480ft (3,499m),

§  Airlines           -           2

§  Destinations    -           2

The Airport is located in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, 17km south of Eldoret Central Business District.

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has two terminals. It is Kenya’s largest Airport and the busiest in East Africa.

The Airport was established in 1958 and was originally known as Embakasi Airport up to 1978 when its name changed to honor Jomo Kenyatta.

    ·          Runways        -          1 measuring 13,507ft (4,117m),

    ·       Airlines           -           39

    ·       Destinations    -           64

JKIA is located in Embakasi which is approximately 18 kilometers from Nairobi CBD

                        Matatu No.34

The Airport can be located using public means or cab services.

Board a bus at Kencom house along Moi Avenue, the Matatu passes through Jogoo Road

 

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Kisumu International Airport

The airport offers direct flights to Entebbe in Uganda, while primarily serving domestic routes.

§  Runways         -           1 measuring 6,511ft (1984m)

§  Airlines           -           2

§  Destinations    -           2

The Airport is located in Kisumu City, close to Lake Victoria, approximately 8km from the city. It can be accessed using public means or cab services.

Malindi International Airport

The airport primarily operated on domestic flights with no direct international passenger flights available,

§  Runways         -           2 largest measuring 4600ft (1402m)

§  Airlines           -           4

§  Destinations    -           3 

           The Airport is located in Malindi Kenya, west of Malindi CBD in Kilifi County along the Indian            Ocean.

Moi International Airport 

The Airport was established in 1979 originally known as Port Reitz. It has two terminals; terminal 1, is used for International Flights while terminal 2 is for domestic flights.

                 ·       Runways         -           2 the longest measuring 10,991ft (3,350m),

·       Airlines           -           9

·       Destinations    -           9

The Airport is located in Mombasa, the country’s coastal region. It is 10km west of Mombasa town.

In reality only a few Airports do international flights, the rest do stop overs.

SAFETY TIPS DURING DEMONSTRATIONS AND PROTESTS: (In case Violence Erupts)

Once violence has erupted things in most cases get out of hand and anything can happen at that point. Be aware that just being in the wrong place at the wrong time could lead to trouble. Authorities may consider you a protester just for being nearby, watching or taking photos. Even if you didn’t participate. 

 ·    Incase chemicals are dispersed; please know which way the wind is                     blowing and quickly move up wind if possible. 

·      In case of gunfire, get low and be prepared to move quickly for cover. If you can’t get cover move to concealment until you can safely move.

 ·      In case of an explosion, get out quickly via the safest and fastest route.

·      Avoid confrontations.

·      Avoid small spaces; avoid spaces like hallways as you may be trapped with no way out of the crowd.

·      Avoid law enforcement; if protests have turned violent it is likely that the law enforcement will react in case confronted

·      If confronted by Police, please stay calm.

I hope these will be useful and at least save someone's life.

SAFETY TIPS DURING DEMONSTRATIONS AND PROTESTS: (During the Protests)

While some protests remain peaceful, even a peaceful event can turn violent and confrontational so you should be prepared for  any eventuality.

·        ·  Stay hydrated.
·      Stay focused and beware of your surroundings all the time.
·      If your eyes are exposed to tear gas or pepper spray, do not rub them but use water to clean.
·      Beware of what other people near you are carrying, if the items seem dangerous, used to escalate, or instigate violence and if you sense danger, then move away.
·      Don’t stand near objects that could fall from above.
·      Don’t stand against immovable objects.
·      Stay on the outside edges of the crowd and maintain your options to exit quickly and safely.
·      Memorize or keep on your body emergency contact numbers.
·      Don’t say anything or give personal information.
·      Avoid public containers, e.g. dumpsters, cans, newspaper stands. etc..

I   I believe the above tips will help you during protests or even when caught up in protests unaware. If you feel there's more to it please let the conversation continue.

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SAFETY TIPS DURING DEMONSTRATIONS AND PROTESTS: (Before the Protests)

If you are planning to participate or caught up in protests/demonstrations, please follow these tips and always stay safe. Use the below tips even if you are not planning to participate because you may be caught up in the protests unaware. Therefore, if you hear of any planned demonstration near your area please beware of the below tips.

·      Beware of the environment where the protests will be held, identify multiple routes to and from the area. 

·      Go with someone you know and agree on where to meet in case you get separated. 

·      Let someone you trust who is not involved in the protests know where you are going and if possible, let them know how you are doing.

·  Carry water, mask, snacks, tissue, hat, sunglasses, first aid kit, any emergency medications, if you have a medical condition etc.

·      Wear comfortable protective shoes/clothes.

·      Fully charge your phone and consider bringing an extra battery pack and charger.

·      Do not go if you are unwell.

Protests are full of uncertainties' thus, be alert all the time and if you feel unsafe kindly do not go to such areas and if you are already there then find a way of leaving immediately.

PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN NAIROBI

Below are the public Universities with their main campuses in Nairobi and their other campuses countrywide

Cooperative University of Kenya

The university was established in 2016, originally known as Jomo Kenyatta University. It is located in Karen

Matatu No. 24

Board the Matatu at Bus Station (BS) near Afya Centre, at Kencom House or at Railways Bus Station

 Kenyatta University

The university was established in 1965 initially known as Kenyatta University College.

Campuses

            Main Campus

                        The main campus is located along thika road after Kahawa Sukari

            Parklands Campus

Matatu No. 11A

Board the Matatu at Koja (Old Nation House Bus Stop), the Matatu passes through Ngara

             Ruiru Campus

            Matatu No. 145

Board the Matatu at Mumbi Lane off Ronald Ngala Street, the Matatu passes through Thika Road

            City Campus

                        This is located at the city center along Kenyatta avenue

            Kitui Campus

                        This is located in Kitui town

            Mombasa Campus

                        This is located in Mombasa

            Nakuru Campus

                        This is located in Nakuru

Multimedia University of Kenya

The university was established in 2008 and was originally called Central Training School to serve East African post training school, it was later named Kenya college of communications Technology and later in 1992 as Multimedia University College of Kenya.

Matatu No.125, 126  

Board the Matatu at Railways Station, the Matatu passes through Mombasa Road 

Technical University of Kenya

The university was established in 1961 originally known as the Kenya Polytechnic. It is located at the city center along Haile Selassie Avenue near the Railway station

University of Nairobi

University of Nairobi was established in 1956 originally known as Royal Technical college Nairobi

Campuses

            Main Campus

                        The main campus is located at the city center along the University way.

            Kikuyu Campus

            Matatu No. 105

Board the Matatu along Tom Mboya Street opposite Kenya National Archives

The Matatu passes through Uhuru highway 

            Chiromo Campus

            Matatu No. 48, 48A

Board the Matatu at Latema Road next to Tom Mboya Street

The Matatu passes through Uhuru Highway

 

Matatu No. 23

Board the Matatu opposite Koja (Old Nation Bus Stop), the Matatu passes through Uhuru Highway

             Board Star Bus at Odeon Cinema Stage 

            Lower Kabete Campus

            Matatu No. 118

Board the Matatu at Koja (Old Nation House Bus Stop), the Matatu passes through Ngara 

            Upper Kabete Campus

            Matatu No. 119

Board the Matatu at Koja (Old Nation House Bus Stop), the Matatu passes through Ngara 

            Parklands Campus

            Matatu No. 11A

Board the Matatu at Koja (Old Nation House Bus Stop), the Matatu passes through Ngara 

            Kenya Science Campus

            Matatu No.2, 4W

Board the Matatu at Railways Bus Station or at GPO, the matatu passes through Ngong Road 

            Kisumu Campus

                        This is located in Kisumu town

            Mombasa Campus

                        This is located in Mombasa

LIST OF GOVERNMENT HEALTH CENTRES/DISPENSARIES IN NAIROBI (Done Alphabetically Q-Z)

Let's continue in getting to know more dispensaries/health centres in Nairobi.

Railway training Institute (South B) Dispensary
            The dispensary is located at Railway training institute (South B)

Rhodes Avenue Dispensary Chest and TB clinic

            The dispensary is located next to government press Nairobi county.

Telephone :+254 20 222 7158  

Ruiru PSTC
            This is located at Ruiru Prison.

            Tel: 0202022779

Matatu No. 145

Board the Matatu at Mumbi Lane off Ronald Ngala Street, the Matatu passes through Thika Road 

Riruta H/C
            The health centre is located at Riruta shopping centre. 

Shauri Moyo Clinic

The health centre is located in Shauri Moyo estate shopping Centre Kamukunji District. 

State House. Clinic
            The clinic is located at State house

State Hse. Dispensary
            The dispensary is located at State House Girls School.

STC Casino Health Centre

The health centre is located off River Road. 

South B Clinic
            The clinic is located in South B shopping center. 

Matatu No.11

Board the matatu from Railways Bus station  

Uhuru camp Health Center
            The health centre is located at Uhuru AP Camp 

Umoja H/C
            The Health centre is located at Umoja II estate.

Matatu No. 35/60

Board bus along Ronald Ngala Street Mfangano Street intersect opposite Naivas Supermarket or at Muthurwa Bus Terminus

 

Waithaka Health Centre
            The health center is located at Waithaka. 

Westlands Health Centre
            The health centre is located in Westlands. 

Matatu No. 30, 23

Board the Matatu at Koja (Old Nation House Bus Stop) 

Woodley Clinic

            The clinic is located at Woodley estate, Mugo Kibiru road. 

LIST OF GOVERNMENT HEALTH CENTRES/DISPENSARIES IN NAIROBI (Done Alphabetically M-P)

 Below are more health centres in Nairobi.

Makadara Health Centre
            The health centre is located along Jogoo Road 

Maringo Clinic
            The health centre is located in Maringo 

Matatu No.10, 26

Board the matatu from opposite St Peter Claviers Catholic church or near OTC /Salvation Army areas

Matatu Unnumbered

Board the matatu at Muthurwa Bus Terminus, the matatu passes through jogoo road 

Mathare North H/C

            The health centre is located in Mathare North Estate, Nairobi County. 

Matatu No.29/30            

Board the matatu along Accra Road off Tom Mboya Street 

Mathare Police Depot.

            This is located at the Mathare Police Post Shooting Range. 

Matatu No.29/30            

Board the matatu along Accra Road off Tom Mboya Street 

Mbotela
            The health centre is located in Mbotela estate Jogoo road.

MjiwaHuruma Disp.
            The health centre is located at Huruma, Runda.

MOW Dispensary
            The dispensary is located MOW sports club.

Muthurwa Health Centre

The health centre is located next to Muthurwa Bus Station off Landhies Road, Kamukunji

District. 

Mukuru–kwa –Njenga Health Center
            The health center is located at Embakasi 

Ngaira Health Centre

            The health centre is located along Pate Bay road Nairobi County, Starehe Constituency.

            Mobile Number: 0202319469 

Ngara Health Centre

The health centre is located next to Ngara Nursery School, Park Road Nairobi County.

Tel: 020 3500279

Matatu No. 11A

Board the Matatu at Koja (Old Nation House Bus Stop) 

Matatu No. 9

Board the Matatu at Accra Road near Tom Mboya 

Nairobi West Prison Health Center
            The Health center is located at Nairobi West Prison 

Matatu No.14,15

Board the Matatu at Bus Station (BS) along Temple Road off Mfangano Street near Afya Centre 

Nairobi remand Home Health Centre
            The health centre is located at Industrial area. 

Ngong Rd H/C
            The Health centre is located in Karen. 

Matatu No. 1,2,3,4

Board the Matatu at Railways, the Matatu Passes through Ngong Road 

Njiru Health center
            The centre is located at Njiru shopping centre along Kangundo Road. 

Matatu No.37/38, 38/39, 20        

Board the Matatu at Muthurwa bus terminus

 NYS H/C        

            The Health Centre is located at the National youth service Head quarters, Ruaraka

Ofafa 1 Clinic
            The health center is located in Ofafa 1 

Police Band Dispensary
            The dispensary is located in South C.

            Tel.:+254 20 2221969

Matatu No. 12C, 12D

Board the matatu from Railways Bus station