Even though English is widely spoken in most urban areas in Kenya, Swahili is widely spoken across the whole breadth of the land, so if you plan to visit the rural areas, a few select words used at the right moment can help break the ice and smoothen one’s journey. As regards pronunciation, its fairly easy as every letter is sounded out. For an accurate guide to pronunciation including audio examples, see Yale’s Kamusi Project Website.
Kenyan Homestays Blog Archive - January, 2011
Essential Swahili phrases for travellers
10 Ways to enjoy your Stay in Nairobi
From a basic camp and supply depot called “Mile 327”, to a rustic village, and then a shanty town which by 1907 was the capital of all British East Africa; modern Nairobi has definitely come a long way. This Green City in the Sun is one of Africa’s largest cities with boundless energy which infuses all travellers who pass through it. Here are 10 ways you can immerse yourself in the delights of Nairobi.
