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■ If you have watchmen from a security firm, try and keep the same ones and treat them like any other member of your house staff. ■ If you notice items missing and you suspect your staff of stealing, speak to them about it. If one of them is responsible, report it immediately to the police. ■ If you have to dismiss staff, dismiss them immediately (giving cash in lieu of notice) and consider changing the locks. Tell other staff so they will not be allowed back on to the premises. Security in Public Places ■ Street muggings can – and do – occur at any time of the day or night in Nairobi.The best protection is to remain alert and to follow these simple rules: ■ Keep to the main streets and avoid shortcuts, back alleys, or areas that you are unsure of. ■ Be wary of approaches from street-children, who are often part of pickpocket gangs, and try to ignore individuals who approach you with hardluck stories. ■ Try to remain conscious of what is going on around you, and walk in a confident manner. If you lose your way, go into a shop rather than walking around trying to regain your bearings. ■ Never walk in the centre of Nairobi at night, even for a short distance. Always take a taxi or your own car. ■ Be wary of people hanging around outside hotels, which is a favourite place for catching unwary tourists. ■ Do not carry large sums of money when shopping and never go out wearing expensive jewellery. ■ Never carry more than you can afford to lose. Always carry some form of identification, but not your passport. Security on the Road ■ Most of the roads in Nairobi and up-country are in a relatively poor state, and the standards of driving often leave much to be desired. It is important to drive defensively and to follow these simple ‘rules of the road’: ■ Keep all car doors and tailgates locked, and the windows open only about three inches. 22 • KARIBU KENYA
■ Keep valuables in the boot or out of sight. ■ Always lock the vehicle when you leave it unattended, even for a few minutes, and make use of alarms or anti-theft devices. ■ Try to avoid an obvious pattern of behaviour when leaving or entering your house, which could enable potential hijackers to predict your movements. ■ Do not give lifts to strangers and do not stop for vehicles that appear to have broken down – this can be a ruse to rob you or steal your car. ■ If you have a puncture or your vehicle breaks down, be wary of offers of help, particularly from ‘instant mechanics’ who may come to your assistance. If possible, drive to a garage or other safe place to change a tyre. Membership of the AA will entitle you to call them for assistance. ■ If you are involved in an accident, wait for the police to come and take details. Make your status known as a UN staff member and give them your name, address and insurance details. If there is any hostility from passersby before the police arrive, drive immediately to the nearest police station.You should also call the UNON Security Office for assistance at the earliest opportunity. ■ Only stop for clearly visible roadblocks manned by two or more uniformed policemen. Such checkpoints usually have a red triangular sign in the centre of the roads and two sets of iron spikes placed on opposite sides of the road. Travel Outside Nairobi ■ Always travel prepared, with a pre-checked spare tyre and tools, spare fuel, food and plenty of drinking water. ■ If you can help it, try not to drive at night. ■ Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to arrive at your destination. ■ Do not stop for people apparently looking for help at the side of the road. ■ Choose picnic spots with care, and do not leave your vehicle unattended. ■ On longer safaris, try to travel in convoy with at least one other vehicle. Armed Vehicle Hijacking Unfortunately, armed ‘carjackings’ have become more common in Nairobi in recent years.There are few indications to suggest when or where car hijack- CHAPTER 4: SAFETY & SECURITY • 23
Page 1: KARIBU KENYA An orientation guide f
Page 4 and 5: Credits: Written by Ralph Johnstone
Page 6 and 7: iv CHAPTER 5: AT HOME IN NAIROBI Ho
Page 9 and 10: Acknowledgements The production of
Page 11 and 12: CHAPTER 1: KENYA Life in Kenya Ever
Page 13 and 14: new nation.The blood shed in the In
Page 15 and 16: The Economy Following strong econom
Page 17 and 18: daily lives. However, some cultural
Page 19 and 20: CHAPTER 2: NAIROBI The ‘Green Cit
Page 21 and 22: again reared its ugly head when sui
Page 23 and 24: 3 5 6 A kaleidoscope of Kenyan cult
Page 25 and 26: CHAPTER 3: GOVERNMENT & INTERNATION
Page 27 and 28: UN International Headquarters Unite
Page 29 and 30: CHAPTER 4: SAFETY & SECURITY Stayin
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Page 35 and 36: slightest suspicion of intruders in
Page 37 and 38: CHAPTER 5: AT HOME At Home in Nairo
Page 39 and 40: Among the most comfortable furnishe
Page 41 and 42: handful of residential areas.The va
Page 43 and 44: children’s ayah will expect in th
Page 45 and 46: Shipping & Freight Forwarding Trans
Page 47 and 48: in Karen (883029) and David Long, a
Page 49 and 50: CHAPTER 6: Facilities & Services Ed
Page 51 and 52: Society offers an annual ‘Know Ke
Page 53 and 54: includes damage to your vehicle cau
Page 55 and 56: Hire Cars Only by hiring cars from
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Page 59 and 60: All bulk mail sent in boxes or cart
Page 61 and 62: CHAPTER 7: HEALTH & HYGIENE Staying
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Page 65 and 66: Emergencies In the case of an emerg
Page 67 and 68: CHAPTER 8: WORKING IN NAIROBI Worki
Page 69 and 70: Cafeteria next to Block G (622496).
Page 71 and 72: e refunded by your agency. National
Page 73 and 74: still mandatory for them to hold th
Page 75 and 76: Early morning at the Nairobi Railwa
Page 77 and 78: The African Butterfly Research Inst
Page 79 and 80: history with a stunning display of
Page 81 and 82: Theatres, Cultural Centres & Galler
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Restaurants Nairobi boasts itself a
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A Maasai junior elder looking out o
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innovative lodges, which is co-owne
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The main carriers serving the touri
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