Kenya (officially Republic of Kenya) is an independent country located in Eastern Africa, Africa. With a population of 53,330,978 people, it ranks #26 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 580,367 km² (#49 globally), with a population density of 92 people per km². The capital city is Nairobi. The official languages are English, Swahili.
Key Facts
Population
53,330,978
#26 world ranking
Area
580,367 km²
#49 world ranking
Population Density
92/km²
Capital
Nairobi
Driving Side
Left
Timezones
1
UTC+03:00
Continent
Africa
Bordering Countries
5
neighboring countries
Languages
Currency
- Kenyan shilling (Sh)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
Ethiopia
Tanzania
Uganda
Somalia
South SudanCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Kenya?
The capital of Kenya is Nairobi.
What is the population of Kenya?
Kenya has a population of 53,330,978 people, ranking #26 in the world by population.
How big is Kenya?
Kenya covers an area of 580,367 km², ranking #49 in the world by area. The population density is 92 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Kenya?
The official languages of Kenya are: English, Swahili.
What is the currency of Kenya?
The currency of Kenya is Kenyan shilling (Sh).
What countries border Kenya?
Kenya shares borders with 5 countries: Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia, South Sudan.