thejoker
Indian looking for information about Kenya
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Lives in Mumbai
Registration: 08 July 2009
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Moving from NZ by Coughtrey
Hi We are considering moving to Nairobi. I would really love advice from people already living there on whether this sounds like a good deal to help us live comfortably by Western standards - My husband has been offered a job ($6,000 USD per ...
You would be taxed @30%. Make sure you're salary is pegged to the dollar to protect you againtst the depreciation Kenyan Shilling. Additional expenses will come from school fees, domestic help and initial relocation costs. Read More
Small Car rental - Nairobi by Mourad
want to rent a small car for weekends only, any ideas where i can get the best price and how much will it be?
Try Concorde Safaris at Sarit Centre Read More
Meat and fish by Elena P
What are the good and safe places to buy meat and fish here? We baught in Nakumatt, but the choice is not big.
-Gilanis (ABC Place) for meat and seafood -Prime Cuts (Village Market) for meat and seafood -Aloha (Muthithi Road) for seafood (prawns not so good...) -Spring Valley Butchery (Spring Valley Market) for meat (no pork) Read More
help about Nairobi by madsad
I am interested in getting osme help about Nairobi as I am considering moving there by February.If you can help, outstanding or direct me to someone who can. Many thanks in advance. My questions: 1. Is it safe?? I have heard of car jackings, ...
Hi, I'm happy to help you out. You can message me privately on the forum. Cheers! Read More
help about Nairobi by madsad
I am interested in getting osme help about Nairobi as I am considering moving there by February.If you can help, outstanding or direct me to someone who can. Many thanks in advance. My questions: 1. Is it safe?? I have heard of car jackings, ...
Hello Madsad, 1. Is it safe?? I have heard of car jackings, muggings being part of life? TJ: There are certain parts of Nairobi you should avoid at all costs especially at night. Yes, car jackings and petty crime are an issue but if you exercise ... Read More
Where to live in Nairobi given frequent travel by Mdboy
Hi all, I expect to be working near the African Reinsurance Corp Building in the Upper Hill Rd section of Nairobi and have a couple of questions. First, I hope to have a budget of somewhere around 150,000 Ksh for housing. While I'll be based in ...
Hi, Lavington and Kileleshwa would be your best bet for a town house considering your work location. Regards, TJ Read More
Dongle and mobile phone. by Jules2
Hi, I arrive in Nairobi on Friday morning and will need a new mobile and a dongle for my laptop. Could anyone point me in the right direction of the Kenyan equivalent of a Carphone Warehouse, please? Many thanks Jules
Hello, Safaricom is the best provider in Kenya. They have USB dongles for internet access. Read More
Gifts for friends in Kenya by sriharan
Hi, i am planning to travel to Kenya soon, i would like to carry some gifts for my friends in Kenya. Please let me know what i can carry from Sri Lanka (tea is out of the question). And what is not in Kenya ... Kind Rgds. Sri
Katta Sambhol! Read More
Cost of living Nairobi by minamanda
My family has been sending $400.00 - $500.00 a month to a family living outside Nairobi in a village called Mwehiko (spell may be wrong). I am trying to find out how far that $ can go or if anyone has heard of the village? We have recently set ...
USD 500 pm is quite a lot for someone living in the village and could support an entire family. Read More
Hi an eager Indian planning to settle in Nairobi.... Advice !! Advice! by geethkavya
Hi, Myself, Bala is actively considering settling in Nairobi (Kenya) on a telecom assignment in next 2-3 months with Wife & 2 daughters. Currenlty I am based at Pune, India as Head of Marketing for a Telecom Company. I need complete info on the ...
Hi Bala, Welcome to the club! The Telecom industry is on the rise here and this is the best time to be in the game. There are several Indians here (3rd/4th generation immigrants as well as professionals working on projects). The cost of living is ... Read More
Safari Cost by rajeevnairobi
Friends, If anyone has been to the masai mara or the nairobi national park, would request your feedback on the... 1.) experience 2.) cost 3.) any reference of any safari organisers.
@Kenyadesi: 8-12K is per person per day. Most lodges peak tariffs fit comfortably within that budget. Current rate at Serena is 18K full board for double occupancy. Transport and park fees are of course outside of that. Please add me to your mailing ... Read More
July 2009 - Moving to Nairobi-Expense Queries-Help & Guidance please! by africalove
We are a small family - two kids, a 2 yr old and an infant. I am moving in first and wife & kids will follow soon. Had a few questions and am hoping some of you can answer! This is July 2009 and monthly expense figures would really help...I am yet ...
USD 1000 will just about meet your living expenses (groceries, transport, utilities, entertainment). If you're frugal you might save some money but don't bank on it. The cost of living in Nairobi is relatively high. Read More
Safari Cost by rajeevnairobi
Friends, If anyone has been to the masai mara or the nairobi national park, would request your feedback on the... 1.) experience 2.) cost 3.) any reference of any safari organisers.
Hi Rajeev, It's best if you have your own vehicle (especially a 4WD although a sedan will do in the Nairobi National Park). Self arranged trips are much better. The Masai Mara is best this time of the year (annual wilderbeest migration) although ... Read More
Planning to move to Kenya by aggarwalprashant
Hi I'm a Chartered Accountant from India and am planning to move with my family to Nairobi shortly to join an MNC as Finance Manager. My family consists of my wife (who is also a Chartered Accountant) and a 4-yr old son. I would like to know what ...
Hi Prashant, There's a large Indian community here. Mostly 3rd-4th generation immigrants but also a few (like myself) who have come here on work. Thanks to this community, you will find Indian restaurants, ingredients and everything else you would ... Read More
Q about Banking in Nairobi - Foreign ATM Cards in Nairobi by KB2006
Hi, My wife and I are Canadian and are going to be in Nairobi for about 12 months. We're having problems figuring out how we are going to deal with money. We really don't want to be opening a bank account if we can avoid it. How reliable is access ...
Visa and Master Card ATM machines are all over the place and you should have access to your Canadian account from here to withdraw cash. Please check with your Canadian bank to ensure international transactions are allowed. You might pay a premium ... Read More