Kenya
Kenya is a country in Africa. Its capital is Nairobi, and it shares land borders with 5 countries.
- Capital
- Nairobi
- Region
- Africa
- Area
- 585,446 km² Number 47 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 5 countries
What is the capital of Kenya?
The capital of Kenya is Nairobi.
Which countries border Kenya?
Kenya shares land borders with 5 countries: Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Nairobi |
|---|---|---|
 Uganda | Kampala | 505 km (314 mi) |
 Tanzania | Dodoma | 554 km (344 mi) |
 South Sudan | Juba | 897 km (557 mi) |
 Somalia | Mogadishu | 1,015 km (631 mi) |
 Ethiopia | Addis Ababa | 1,167 km (725 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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