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
Calling Code
+254
Languages
Currency
- Kenyan shilling (Sh)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
Countries bordering Kenya →
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.