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Where is Kenya? It sits on the equator in East Africa, on the Indian Ocean coast, bordered by five countries. This map shows Kenya’s outline and where it sits in the region.
Where Kenya is on the map of Africa
The orange outline is Kenya. It lies on the equator in East Africa, with the Indian Ocean to the southeast and five neighbours around it.
Boundaries from OpenStreetMap contributors and WDPA, simplified for display; roads and airstrips from OpenStreetMap; basemap © CARTO. Drive times are typical and vary with conditions.
Kenya’s location and borders
Kenya straddles the equator on the east coast of Africa. It is bordered by Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, South Sudan to the northwest, Ethiopia to the north and Somalia to the northeast, with the Indian Ocean along its southeast coast. The capital, Nairobi, sits in the south-central highlands; Mombasa is the main port on the coast.
| Direction | Neighbour |
|---|---|
| South | Tanzania |
| West | Uganda |
| Northwest | South Sudan |
| North | Ethiopia |
| Northeast | Somalia |
| Southeast | Indian Ocean |
Where is Kenya: frequently asked questions
What continent is Kenya in?
Africa. Kenya is in East Africa, on the equator, along the Indian Ocean coast.
What countries border Kenya?
Tanzania, Uganda, South Sudan, Ethiopia and Somalia, with the Indian Ocean to the southeast.
Is Kenya on the equator?
Yes, the equator runs across central Kenya, just north of Nairobi and Mount Kenya.
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