
tracymhall
Canadian expat in Kenya
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Lives in Meru
Registration: 12 March 2014
Homebirth in Nairobi by emblyd
Hi all I'm looking at what midwifery support you can get for pregnancy. Coming from the UK I don't see the need to see an obstetrician/gynecologist unless there are problems (I am a midwife myself), so would prefer midwife led care and a ...
I was going to suggest eve's mama as well. They have a birthing centre and will do home births as well (they can even bring the birthing pool). Read More
Healthcare in Kenya by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Kenya ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Kenya? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Hmmmm...health-care in Kenya is a big topic. From my experience I prefer private than public just because of the conditions. The public hospitals tend to have massive lines, lots of people, poor sanitary environments, and they don't seem like ... Read More
visa extension by steviewonder510
Hi.I am in Kenya at the moment and I want to extend my visa. I live with my Fiancee in Nairobi but travel on a tourist visa as residency costs are a joke and its cheaper to travel that way in the long term. My existing visa runs out on 11th March. ...
I also think you can extend your visitors visa however many times you want. I used to do it several times before getting married. Actually, I got tired of the leaving and coming and because we were engaged (and I was pregnant), we eloped and got ... Read More
Cost of living in Kenya 聳 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Kenya in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Kenya you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > ...
Cost to live in Nanyuki. accommodation prices (KES 35-80,000) for somewhere safe. Plus another 8,000 G4S security alarm and about 6,000ksh for a guard. > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc.) KES 50-100 > food prices (your monthly ... Read More
Having a baby in Nairobi by LDNtoNBO
My husband and I are relocating to Nairobi from the UK in April/May when I will be five months pregnant. I would be really interested in anyone's views on a few points that we are thinking about: - advice on healthcare facilities in Nairobi, ...
I am about to give birth my 3rd time in Kenya. Be really careful, because they make money doing c-sections and will lie to you to force you into one. There is a hospital called Royal Gardens Hospital and I believe they do water births even...might ... Read More
Silicone cake tin
There is a good baking shop in junction mall (the entrance closest to nakumatt, first store on the right as you enter in). They have pretty much everything I have needed; love it in there. I've seen silicone things in there for sure but I'm ... Read More
Obgyn in Nairobi by NYC_girl
Hi, I am trying to find a good obgyn in Nairobi. My husband and I just found out that I am pregnant and this is our first baby. I will be giving birth back home in the US but wanted to have a very good doctor to monitor my pregnancy and provide ...
Dr. Kigen 0722774991. He practices in Nairobi Hospital and is the head of all obgyns in Kenya, I am told. I have never seen him personally but have been referred several times to him. I have seen Dr. Acharya in Mombasa Hospital. He is the best I ... Read More
Translation please.. by kimmyco
Is there someone here who speaks Swahili that can translate to English for me? Many Thanks in advance K
It sounds like he is admitting sending you the message? Am I wrong about that? There is no love in that message, and he is lying if he says it is, it isn't a nice message. We can all understand it, so it isn't any other language and I think ... Read More
Translation please.. by kimmyco
Is there someone here who speaks Swahili that can translate to English for me? Many Thanks in advance K
Sorry if I confused you K. The message IS Swahili, it's just not "proper" Swahili. It is just that it is using some sheng (which is a made-up english/swahili language people use in the streets). Hope that clarifies it. Read More
Translation please.. by kimmyco
Is there someone here who speaks Swahili that can translate to English for me? Many Thanks in advance K
It's not proper swahili - there is street words and shang there making it a hard sentence to understand. Mbao is swahili for timber but is also a street word for score. In this instance it seems as though he/she is saying you hit him/her with a ... Read More
Translation please.. by kimmyco
Is there someone here who speaks Swahili that can translate to English for me? Many Thanks in advance K
Did you find a translation? In case you haven't, it means "to hit me". Not physically hit, but like you've hit someone with a surprise or a shock. As if you have done something to them like lie to them or cheat them; something to ... Read More
applied my wife dependant pass ! by prasantaca
I have applied my wife dependant pass on 17th dec,2013. still its not issued. How many days generally it takes to receive kenyan dependant pass ??? I am a valid work permit holder in kenya
My husband was able to get my dependants pass within a week also (but he is also Kenyan). They advised him it *should* take 6 weeks but he hurried them by talking to the right people. A friend of mine took 3 months and she was here while her visa ... Read More
Is my Kenyan girl genuine? by Cjsmith
I've met and fallen for a beautiful Kenyan lady that I met online. We chat all the time on whatsapp and I've spoken to her on the phone. I'm a Christian and I believe she's God fearing too. I'm planning on meeting her in Kenya ...
I agree...I would end the relationship. I am married to a Kenyan man and I'm an expat but he has always provided for me and never asked for a cent. Unfortunately, he is a rare breed here. Most Kenyans see foreigners as a pay cheque. I'm ... Read More
UK Citizen travelling to Nairobi for one week, I have questions! by Jonex
Hi! Towards the end of March I am planning to travel to Nairobi from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (where I currently work). I am looking for any information about Nairobi (or Kenya in general) that can help my trip go as smoothly as possible. In ...
I agree with other posters, I hate travelling to Nairobi over other places in Kenya - its like a whole other set of safety rules unless you can live in a Karen or Runda bubble during your stay. Especially if you're used to European living. I ... Read More
Planning to live in Nairobi by ana茅
Hi everyone, I'm Anae, I am currently living in Quebec, Canada after some years in Belgium. I have an interesting job opportunity in Nairobi, but as I would come to live there with my family, I am a bit worried about daily life there, especially on ...
Ohhh but one more thing: the govt has announced it is installing top of the line security cameras through out the country everywhere. So I DO think that will prevent and evade a lot of the crime around so regular people can feel safer. :) Read More
Planning to live in Nairobi by ana茅
Hi everyone, I'm Anae, I am currently living in Quebec, Canada after some years in Belgium. I have an interesting job opportunity in Nairobi, but as I would come to live there with my family, I am a bit worried about daily life there, especially on ...
Hey! I'm a fellow Canadian and I have been living in Kenya for about 5 years. As long as you have the means (good income) you can pretty much stay in a bubble in Nairobi. There are certain areas, although expensive, that you can live life ... Read More
SAFETY MATTERS IN NAIROBI by SANDIP1711
HI GOT THE OFFER FROM G.O.C. FROM NAIROBI. JUST TELL ME IS IT THE GOOD PLACE TO LIVE WITH FAMILY. ABOUT SAFETY MATTERS & EXPENSES (I.E. FOOD, SCHOOLING ETC.) NEED RESPONSE ASAP. GUYS.
Kenya can be inexpensive but Nairobi is not one of the places within Kenya that is. To stay in a safe and nice area, a two bedroom apartment can cost 600.00 USD a month and more if you need furnished. Private schools are very expensive if you're ... Read More
Need friends by shirleymo
hey there anyone from mombasa?i am new here and i am going crazy without friends here,i need to make some friends,please talk to me if you are in mombasa and its environs we can meet up for coffee or something!
Hey, I'm not living in Mombasa anymore but my sister does. There is xpat volleyball on Wednesday nights, starting at 5 or 6 at Nyali International Hotel down at the aqua bar on the beach. You will be able to meet lots of expats there, and ... Read More
Trip to Mount Kenya.
Are the travellers non-residents? Mount Kenya Safari Club will take most of that budget as its ridiculously priced leaving little room for anything else. If you want cheaper nice accommodation, I would suggest Falcon Heights, or the new block of ... Read More
What products do you wish you could find in Kenya but can't yet buy? by clairebelmont
We're looking to build an e-commerce platform to bring European and American brands to Kenya that can't yet be found easily there (e.g. go-pro, fitbit, beauty products, etc...). What products or brands do you wish you could easily buy in Kenya ...
And chocolate chips (why the heck does kenya not sell semi-sweet chocolate chips for baking??) and while I'm being greedy...maybe normal non-flavoured marshmallows. It would be nice to do baking with these things. Read More
What products do you wish you could find in Kenya but can't yet buy? by clairebelmont
We're looking to build an e-commerce platform to bring European and American brands to Kenya that can't yet be found easily there (e.g. go-pro, fitbit, beauty products, etc...). What products or brands do you wish you could easily buy in Kenya ...
I haven't seen an oil-free foundation or oil-free tinted moisturizer for beauty products. Food wise: Graham Crackers, Kraft Dinner. And a big thing would be books (childrens books are so expensive with not a great selection) and chidrens ... Read More
Stone Cutting Machines Italian Made
Hi everyone in Italy!! Does anyone know where I can get contact information for the businesses that sell new and used/refurbished stone cutting machines in Italy? The machine will cut stones in a quarry for building purposes. I would appreciate ... Read More