Kenya

/ ˈken.jə / country /

RE: AFRICA, DEMOCRACY, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMY, GEOPOLITICS

Kenya is a country in East Africa, bordered by countries including Ethiopia, Uganda, Tanzania, and Somalia, with a coastline along the Indian Ocean. Its capital city is Nairobi, a major hub for finance, technology, and international diplomacy in the region.

Kenya is one of Africa’s most dynamic economies, with key industries such as agriculture, tourism, technology, and services. It is known for its rich biodiversity - home to national parks, the Great Rift Valley, and world-famous wildlife - and for being a leader in digital innovation, particularly through mobile money platforms like M-Pesa.

Politically, Kenya is a multi-party democracy with a history of both progress and challenges. The country holds regular elections, and while democratic institutions have strengthened over time, there have also been concerns around electoral violence, corruption, and inequality. Kenya plays a leading role in regional peacekeeping, trade, and climate resilience efforts across East Africa.

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