Essential Information Before Moving to Nairobi, Kenya (2020) | Expats Everywhere
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- Nairobi, Kenya is next on the list for "Great Expat Cities" that you voted on for our Review/Preview show. Josh and Kalie from ExpatsEverywhere break down expat life in Nairobi by discussing moving to, living in, and working in the city. See what they have to say about visas, neighborhoods to live in, the cost of living, food, jobs, and more.
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CORRECTION/UPDATE: Nairobi National Park is within the city proper, but depending on who you ask, if you have time as a tourist, you might want to skip this park. If you live there, you might frequent it more or less often depending on your desire to get out of the city.
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Efe blessing 😆
Why am i watching this and i live in nairobi
Because you love us? Hope you enjoyed it. We just did an interview with a Kenyan in Doha if you'd rather check that out. czcams.com/video/i-6AdSHLb2g/video.html
😂😂😂😂😂
Ta imagini, pia mimi nashangaa kwanini niko hapa😆😆..l guess its the really good content, seeing it from the eyes of an expatriate.
Tunapenda udaku
@@baffevlogs5745 this is true my man
Don't discourage people from using public transportation. A big percentage of Kenyans use it, and and we also pride ourselves in the matwana culture.
Come on bro .our public transportation is catastrophic
@@tawandakyle5155 eeh
Hello, we have Uber in Nairobi which is quite affordable and most people use it.
Thank you, Maureen M!
I think Bolt is much better
Go for karura
@@usejasiri bolt is much expensive compared to uber
Most people?
This video just made me love my country even more
Aww, that's great! Glad you enjoyed it and found more love for your country.
@@ExpatsEverywhere NAIROBBERY is FAMOUS
Thank you for this video!
You are so welcome! Thanks for the comment. Have you voted for the next city?
Uber is definitely affordable, and you can work out a long term deal with a private taxi service... Stay away from public transportation, avoid tourist traps and have a blast Nairobi is beautiful, traffic is crazy and make a point of visiting lamu or Mombasa both have awesome clean beaches.
Thanks for this contribution, Brian. We appreciate that. We have an interview coming out tomorrow from an expat in Nairobi. :-)
Its DANGEROUS
@@tuforu4What’s dangerous?
@@jy7869 after DARK
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Thank you so much. I needed it!
Glad it helped! We have another Nairobi video in the works. It'll come out fairly soon.
I like these, Its lit
Brian Munika Cheers
Guys guys, what a very accurate and detailed video of expat life in Nairobi.
You got your living areas on point,
You got your prices right,
You got the whole vibe right.
I think the key things apart from the basics you need in Nairobi (and all. Of Kenya) are,
Understanding of courtesy,
Street smarts in your interactions,
Wise decision making when it comes to safety.
Openness to different cultures.
If you have these and a few others, you will absolutely love Nairobi and Kenya.
This is a country that has been built on hospitality. Welcoming any curious person to our uniquely Kenyan culture. We don't know why exactly it's soo endearing to people but we massively enjoy dishing it out. So (as long as you observe courtesy) we will give you the best time of your life very willingly.
Thanks a lot guys.
Hopefully one day I bump into you at Artcaffe, or Village Market, or Karura, or Alchemist, Brew bistro, Mama rocks etc etc.
Thanks, Benjamin. We appreciate the message. We're currently in Portugal, but it would be cool to bump into you one day there. Have you checked out Dave Mani's channel? We recently interviewed him and will have it go live fairly soon. - Josh & Kalie
NAIROBBERY is FAMOUS
Thanks for this, great!
Our pleasure! Thanks for the comment.
Thanks for this video,. ❤❤❤
Thanks for watching!
I’m Nigerian living in Nigeria and I’m looking to move to Kenya soon. This is quite informative.
Amazing and informative well done
Peter Chege Thank you 🙏 so much. That’s really encouraging.
Dave Mani and Tracy brought me here... I don't know why I am binge watching your channel on expats in Kenya and I have so much unfinished work. LOL. I guess as a Kenyan it's interesting finding out about expats living in my country since my father has been an expat leaving abroad almost all his life and as a child of an expat it's interesting having other point of views.
I'd visit my father abroad over the holidays but schooled and was based in Kenya but definitely enjoyed my life abroad whenever I visited him. It felt like an amazing break from reality.
Very cool! Thanks for sharing your expat story and watching our stuff. We have an interview with a Kenya in the works! 😊- Josh & Kalie
Karibu Kenya. Enjoy n have fun
Thank you 😊
Karibu sana
This is a very helpful 👏 video 🎉
Vrry nice take on your view
Thanks a lot
Am a kenyan living in Germany and planning on relocating to nairobi. This is helpful.
El Ron 🤩 fantastic.
Btw, where in Germany are you and how long have you been there?
Ahh kweli ?
NAIROBAE 😍🇰🇪🇰🇪
Tomorrow an interview from an expat in Nairobi! :-)
Nairobi is great..nice video.👍
Thank you. :-)
About housing there are so many places cheaper and safe. Like thindigua 1 bedroom at $150
How close is it to the UN avenue?
I have this 5 the first time 😎
I love the two 😃
great content on Nairobi
JAY JUNIOR Thank you for the love.
Good job guys
Thank you!
I might be moving to Nairobi for work and this video helped me get an idea of what it's like. I've lived in Africa a lot in my childhood with expat parents, but not as an adult which I imagine is different.
Nice! Thanks for sharing, Jas. The interview with did with Dave and Tracey gives a lot of insight too. - Josh & Kalie
Have you moved yet?
Well done
Thanks for the info....Liked & Subscribed 😎👍
You're welcome. Thanks for the like and subscribe. We're working on another video for Kenya. This one will be our 2nd video interview of an expat that's there.
You can have a safari in Nairobi at the Nairobi National Park..and other parks are not a far drive away.
Yup! Thanks for the comment!
I may relocate there for Acting/ Film and Television after my design and decor courses
Hey I'm I was born in Kenya but been living in the Caribbean for 26 years. Trust me I don't like people dissing my country. But you guys kinda nailed it. I have CZcams channel too. When I come to KENYA we can collabote. Just a suggestion
Susan Pollard Thanks 😊 We’ll take a look at your channel. You’ve been in the Caribbean a long time! What do you do there? Maybe we can do an expat interview with you. That’s the core of our channel.
Naomie Mimi No hate here. Only info and love.
My wife will be moving here too from Pennsylvania United States.It would be best for her to watch this too.
Fantastic! Keep us posted on your move. Have you seen our interview with Andrea in Nairobi?
@@ExpatsEverywhere Not yet but will check out.
Great job 👏 👍 👌 thanks
Thank you 😊 You're welcome.
Nice video guys.
Thank you!
I really liked this video. Can you do one for Mombasa city please ?
Great video
Thanks, Melanie! We appreciate that and you subscribing. We have another Kenya video coming fairly soon after our Portugal project finishes. - Josh & Kalie
Nairobi is the place to be
Please share your experiences as frank and as candid as you deem. As so long as its the truth and there are no bias...dont worry if meet a few negatives in the comments section. You are doing a good job!!
We have an interview about Nairobi being released tomorrow. We interviewed an expat that's moved there with her husband and young son from London, England.
@@ExpatsEverywhere will tune in to check it out
cornmeal mush. wow
Well explained love it Ken to the world💪🏾❤
Thanks for the support, Lucy! Much appreciated.
You don't have to go outside the city, there's Nairobi national park and reserve just inside the city which makes Nairobi very unique.
Nicholas Mumba yup, we pinned an update saying that after we published the video. Thanks for watching and commenting. 😃
New member, welcome kenya
Cheers!
Well done... Cool video... And for good real estate to stay in ...there is much more... beautiful and cheaper...thanks
Glad you liked it! Thank you. It's been a fun series for us.
Nice video and great info I just subscribed 👍
Thanks and welcome to the channel, Hassan.
@@ExpatsEverywhere
You’re welcome.
Welcome guys. Kenya taifa letu.
Thank you.
I enjoyed watching the video, another trick to living in kenya is know a little bit of swahili words or even Sheng the touts will not overcharge you, they will be impressed by the intrest you took learning few words and most are ready to guide you. it's also easy and cheaper to get a nanny here.
irene georgina Thank you. We appreciate you sharing your advice to our audience. 🙏 😊
@Naomie Mimi do you know meaning ya kusifu, I appreciate goodworks or something i enjoy it doesn't matter who posts it . N yes God takes all the glory all the time in my life he knows it and if I don't do it may he forgive me.You should remember his word says we should do good and be kind all the time to everyone even when people are not reciprocating back . Christ appreciated good works and condemned wrong things I see nothing wrong in what they posted.
nice explanation..welcom to nairobi
Thank you 🙂 We appreciate it!
A foreigner can fit in with help of a local until they are rough enough to stand the pressure and they will be just fine.
Where do you find most foreigners and locals hang out?
@@ExpatsEverywhere they dont really hangout together due to $$$. Expats live in places where most locals can't afford so interaction with locals becomes hard as generally people hangout with people with similar social economic background.
west max fair enough. That’s pretty common all around the world. 🌍
@@ExpatsEverywhere I have seen that more in Africa and perhaps I know it exists in South East Asia.
west max there’s plenty of locals in areas where expats live, I live in Nairobi in a region where you can find plenty of expats, those who come off as friendly and open will quickly make friends with the locals, you can also easily make friends if you hang out in the same spots as Kenyans like bars, clubs or even churches
Yeah Nairobi has a national park not far from the city, the only city with a park, welcome to Nairobi Kenya
Thanks for the comment, Judith. We're assuming that you live in Nairobi?
@@ExpatsEverywhere yeah l live in Nairobi, you're welcome here anytime
Nairobi has more liveable estates than the ones you have mentioned. There is kasarani, roysambu, syokimau, kitengela, thome, marurui, kahawa west. And am talking of estates that you will find a good number of foreigners living there. Houses are modern, all social amenities are available and security is good.
githu 45
STOP telling lies..
@@tuforu4 do you even live in Kenya?
@@muunankari7322 not anymore.
Ita far to dangerous since we SAW tob COHEN MURDER..
@@tuforu4 then that explains your ignorance on the topic at hand. why don't you go and educate yourself more about Kenya and also the Cohen case. Because the two and not even closely related.
This makes me love my country more. Forgot about how to get a Nairo-bae😂😂.
kipkurui kevin 😂
I love Kenya
:-)
Our public transportation is awesome😑
Welcome kenya hakuna matata..where by you explore,live and take adventures in africa...feel free..as you travel 😀😀🙏🙏
Just found you guys..karibuni💓🇰🇪
Rae Wambia Love it! Glad you found us. ❤️
Thank you. Very balanced commentary. One must observe self discipline especially if one is an expat. There is crime often petty and one should be aware of it. Otherwise a wonderful place to work and live with hardly any issues.
Thanks for the vote of confidence. - Josh & Kalie
How about the working permit?
Do they play America movies in the theaters?
Yeah we have uber
Lower kabete is the beverly hills of kenya
J Adam Thanks for the comment.
Honestly thinking of leaving chicago to kenya. my truck driver hyped me up lol
That's what's up! Have you seen this interview we did? czcams.com/video/gleGpaV98Iw/video.html
@@ExpatsEverywhere Ill check it out!!!
@@AbletonLiveTechs fantastic!
😍😍😍😍
Thanks, Rose!
Now this research is a bit better than the one where you interviewed..However, there is definitely Uber here, which is the most used App here. Among many other Taxi apps, like Bolt, Little Cab, etc..If u read all comments, you may remember, I mentioned Nairobi is like being in New York & London. Everything that is available in major cities in the world in U.S or Europe is also available in Nairobi. Maybe even more.. Nairobi is a modern country. Also in Nairobi city centre, you can see animals and take Safari walks in the middle of Nairobi at the Nairobi National Park. It's in the middle of Nairobi. I still notice, you haven't done enough research of Nairobi or other Kenyan towns.. The information is not enough for one to make a decision about moving to Kenyan. Lots of holes and gaps.
Thanks.
There's Nairobi national park ....the only city anywhere with a national park so you can still do safari in the city
True story.
I was born in Nairobi
Cool. Where are you now?
how long did they actually live there?
Public transport isn't as bad as you're trying to portray it. We love it just the way it is. Talk of matatu.
Bro ni mbaya🤣🤣🤣
@@patoohpepper4282 we thrive in that chaos😂😂😂
Our public transport system is worse.
it's terrible. when you become rich visit other countries and you'll see
@@Annie-dl9vd banae
For a minute there I thought George Clooney was coming to Nairobi..😅
Josh said, "Dang, I'm still getting the George Clooney look a likes? I've been getting those since I was 18 or 19, but I still don't see it."
Thanks for the comment. Really funny and nice. :-)
how about Baja California? Cancun? Costa Rica? Thailand? But Kenya? 🤔😅
Preparing for my first trip to Nairobi, Kenya. I plan to stay in Airbnb's and not travel or lodge with a tour group. Please help me with choosing a "safe area" in Nairobi and Mombasa. My first week, I will stay in Nairobi , then a train ride to Mombasa for a second week. Any suggestions? I have no contacts in Kenya. Any suggestions you offer will be greatly appreciated.
hello, we will gladly host you in our Karen Airbnb and it is very safe due to the fact that many very senior civil servants live here including the vice president and leader of the 'opposition'. we could pick you from the airport for extra but we will make sure its cheaper than most taxies. www.airbnb.com/rooms/39639787?preview_for_ml=true&source_impression_id=p3_1601216877_lT9qPBzPc9hjuvil I've provided the link to make it easier for you.
Am a qualified SWAHILI tutor based in Nairobi. If you need group or private Swahili lessons. Contact me on +254722636736 will also help you in settling down
Herman Dawson do you need more suggestions?
@@petermureithi what are your rates?
When in Nairobi, for Airbnb choose
Westlands
Kileleshwa
Riverside
Kilimani
Statehouse road
Hurlingham
Upperhill
Parklangs
Gigiri
Loresho
Brookeside
Springvalley
For a tourist friendly experience with local culture choose,
Ngong road,
Langata,
South B and C,
Imara daima,
Roysambu,
High Rise,
Kiambu,
Garden city,
Rongai.
Avoid,
Mathare
Kariobangi,
Kangemi,
Kawangware,
Githurai,
Kayole,
Muthurwa,
Mukuru, etc etc. They are OK, but they need a very detailed understanding of Kenyaness.
Am CoviD19 suspect... KLM724
I would love to hear you guys pronounce the names Muthaiga, Kilimani and the likes
Light Bulb Moments 😂 We would be a mess! Check out what we did for our video on Stockholm. We had a Swedish friend collaborate with us. We just got the idea. We should have had our Kenyan friend do the pronunciation for this Nairobi video. 😊
@@ExpatsEverywhere I think you would do alright. Kenyans are very forgiving people...well, most. Just pronounce every consonant - vowel combination.
Also, @AfrikanTraveller has some great content about Kenya, especially on Infrastructure and Culture. People moving to Kenya should check him out.
Will definitely catch up with the Stockholm video.
@@LightBulbMomentsKE Cheers! We appreciate the advice. Is @AfrikanTraveller someone you'd recommend that we should interview?
@@ExpatsEverywhere Most probably. Just check out his content first and then reach out.
Josh & Kalie: Thank you for defining some of the neighborhoods around Nairobi such as Westlands, Kilimani, Huilinghanb, Muthaiga, Langate and Karen. I think Langate and Karen are more of the type neighborhood, I'm looking for lodging. I will be in Nairobi for a week and than a train to Mombasa for another week. However, on my initial trip, my lodging will be it a Airbnb. In listings in Nairobi, Airbnb gives you the address, but, don't give you the neighborhood or any demographics about the area. I would like to take the address and be able to locate or know what neighborhood it's located in. Is there a street map of Nairobi, showing neighborhoods with in addresses. What do you suggest? I prefer to make lodging accommodations before leaving the (US). This way I have somewhere to go immediately when I arrive at Jomo Kenyatta Airport. What type of area is Thindigua? What should I be paying per day at a Airbnb in Langate or Karen? Thank you for any assistance you extend???? Love your videos.
Have you seen our interview with Andrea? She's an expat there in Nairobi. If you have problems connecting with her on social media, let us know. She's easy to engage with though and should be able to help you with this even better than us since she's living there now. Let her know that you found her though this video. czcams.com/video/gleGpaV98Iw/video.html
hello, we will gladly host you in our Karen Airbnb and it is very safe due to the fact that many very senior civil servants live here including the vice president and leader of the 'opposition'. we could pick you from the airport for extra but we will make sure its cheaper than most taxies. www.airbnb.com/rooms/39639787?preview_for_ml=true&source_impression_id=p3_1601216877_lT9qPBzPc9hjuvil I've provided the link to make it easier for you. My name is Moses and you can reach me on Instagram on @moses_s_b or on twitter on @Mosdeffff for further information or inquiries.
Do not go to Thindigua! And if you google Airbnb Karen or Airbnb Langata, many properties will pop up for you to choose from. However, they will be relatively pricey. Choose wisely.
Visit bonfire adventure on Instagram,they are the best, and give the best service ever,all you need is there,
Im in usa, looking to retire. What are a round about price for a house outside the city?
Hi Ginny, have you checked Numbeo's numbers for rough prices?
🙄you forgot to mention M-pesa😂......Good video Hakuna matata kenya😌
Our bad! We're sure you've missed a lot. 8 minutes went by very fast. Thanks for the compliment. Hakuna matata! -
Thanks for the vid! I’d love some captions pls, y’all speak kinda fast 😆
Thanks, Sylviah! Sorry about that. People's attention spans these days, you know? 😉 Did YT not have their auto-generated captions for this one? - Josh & Kalie
😅😅😅😅
@@ExpatsEverywhere oops I’m late but I understand thanks for the reply I’ll try that!
@@sylviahmuchiri5435 no worries! You’re here now and that’s what matters. 😉
That Matatu(public transport) you've showcased there, uh uh, its ooooolllldddd....check out the latest trendz please. Matwana culture.
It's just a b-roll picture that we found. Thank you for the comment though.
@@ExpatsEverywhere
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Thats👆Kenya's public transport.. (Nairobi, not all counties.)
Can i use your video on my channel kindly???
Nyaks michieka How would you like to use it?
So much truth and forwardness just like the real life we lead here. I really love that but in reality we have just enough teachers and teachers collages and hospitality professionals and from all walks of life that are really rearing for a tip off on who can do better.
Thanks for sharing, what kenyan. - Josh & Kalie
Anyone know is a non vacsinated can enter kenya in 2022???? Please let me know
what is an expat?
I am interested in expats not immigrant any linguist !?
Hi Guys I really wanted to discuss more on living in Nairobi
It’s very important for me to decide if I want to shift and relocate to Nairobi from Dubai as I have a great opportunity from my company to shift in Nairobi
So please let me know how I can get your contact details to understand the living culture and make my decision to take up the offer
Will wait for your prompt reply
Thank you guys 🙂🙂
Hi Vivek, Dave Mani is your person to contact. Check out his YT channel. - Josh & Kalie
So…you’ve been to Nairobi? Can you provide evidence of this?
I’m from Nairobi and live in Qatar most fun life is prohibited 🚫 here
We're game to chat with you about your expat life in Qatar if you're interested, email us at expatseverywhere@gmail.com Thanks for the comment!
Ride on a boda boda.
Nairobi is great, crazy great.
Indeed! We just shot an interview with an expat living in Nairobi. Be on the look out for that next week! Thanks for the comment and we would love to have a positive person such as yourself as a subscriber. :-)
are you a muzungu, would you recommend it?
which websites are serious and safe to find a job in Kenya for expats? Cheers
We don't know any that are specifically for Kenyan expats as a decent amount of jobs are multinational companies that relocate their employees there. Have you looked into FB groups for expats in Kenya? If there is a Kenya specific site, they'll know it.
@@ExpatsEverywhere yes I have but didn’t help much. Thanks heaps for the quick response!
@@aneparty So sorry to hear that. Let us reach out to our contacts there and see if they can help.
I'm from Asia and 34 years old engineer. Unmarried. And I would like to be settled in Nairobi. Any one who can help me.
So...I live at Beverly hills of Nairobi...I shldnt be that jealous over Kylie Jenner (as if am jealous)... Nice video tho...damn...am subscribing
Immaculate KEMUNTO Nice!! 👍 Thank you for the sub. It’s good to have you 😊 You’re an important part on our climb to 10k. We appreciate your comment too.
Why would you compare Kenya to NY. Completely different.
What would be the best neighbourhood to move to with children?
Hi Molly, we would recommend asking Dave Mani as he and Tracey are there right now. czcams.com/channels/02SYOiw-kgft9r-Jpiw_vA.html Here's the interview we did with Dave czcams.com/video/IKlq_u3yY3A/video.html - Josh & Kalie
Thank you so much for replying, will check it out
@@IBelongToYAHSHUAHto go
2:40 Who uses taxis these days? Uber and the likes are a norm in Nairobi.
LOL, right. It is a common form of transportation globally and something that people are going to understand though. Taxis and ride shares are similar enough if compared against buses, metros, or tuk tuks in the transportation realm. But you're right, we should be talking more about ride share options separately. Cheers.
i get the feeling these dudes have never been to Kenya
Looks not very cheap rent a house, considering its a quite cheap country overall
Nairobi is very expensive unless you want to live local.
@@MrMaboboz should not be expensive there is no reasons for it
@@CadStr 2:58 why 😒😒
@@CadStr It's all about demand and supply my friend. Although if you choose to stay in the neighboring counties (technically part of the Nairobi metropolitan), you can find affordable accommodation that's on the same level as what was shown in the video.
Dont be fooled just because it is in Africa. Nairobi and Kenya as a whole has a lot of mixed class lives.If you want to live a 'high class life ' it comes with its consequences and the 'medium to low' too has its pros and cons.There are places that look like LA or Miami,US ,places like slums and others like nature friendly for the nature fans.Its up to you and your choices!
kuku paka 😂😂😂😂 i have never heard of this meal .......
mersy analyst it’s a fav among Indian communities living in Kenya. 🇰🇪 🇮🇳
@@ExpatsEverywhere kuku = chicken
Paka= cat
Weird name😂😂
Chicken curry in kiswahili is kuku masala ....not kuku paka ...just a point of correction
mersy analyst coconut curry chicken www.google.com/amp/s/www.food.com/amp/recipe/tamu-sana-kuku-paka-432377
We hate using Wikipedia as a main source but what about this? en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kuku_Paka
Tanzania is bigger than kenya
Hehe, mnapenda
Hawa wasee Ati expect lights and sky scrappers🤮
It is worth highlighting that for the Class K Permit the $24,000 per year must be income from sources other than work in Kenya and any type of work is prohibited, even voluntary work.
Actually voluntary work is not permitted at all without a work permit, which can be an issue for partners of expats who are employed in Kenya. Penalties can be harsh if caught.
There are no mandatory vaccinations for Kenya. Yellow Fever; there hasn't been an outbreak for years and there are no high risk areas in the country. Rabies is completely unnecessary unlesss you intend to work with animals. Surprisingly, no mention of Malaria?
The reality of getting work in Kenya is that its increasingly challenging. As well as the government working to develop the country, they are also keen to reduce the large numbers of unemployed local professionals/graduates. A job cant go to an expat if a skilled local person can do it. If an expat is granted a work permit, there must be a Kenyan understudy who will assume the role at the end of the 2 year work permit cycle.
Thank you for the comment, Rupert! Great stuff!!