Kenya is a country in East Africa, Africa with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Kenya that most people don't know.
Kenya is where M-Pesa — the world's first mobile phone-based money transfer service — was born in 2007. Kenyan athletes have won over 100 Olympic medals in long-distance events.
Kenya is the birthplace of M-Pesa, the world's first mobile money system.
Kenyan runners have dominated long-distance running, winning over 100 Olympic medals.
The Great Rift Valley runs through Kenya, one of Earth's most dramatic geological features.
Kenya has 42 different ethnic groups and 68 languages.
Kenya is where M-Pesa — the world's first mobile phone-based money transfer service — was born in 2007. Kenyan athletes have won over 100 Olympic medals in long-distance events.
Kenya is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
Kenya's premier wildlife reserve, home to the annual Great Wildebeest Migration
Africa's second-highest peak at 5,199m — a UNESCO World Heritage site
Famous for millions of flamingos turning the lake a brilliant shade of pink
Kenya's oldest, best-preserved Swahili settlement, UNESCO listed since 2001
Kenya is where M-Pesa — the world's first mobile phone-based money transfer service — was born in 2007. Kenyan athletes have won over 100 Olympic medals in long-distance events.
The capital of Kenya is Nairobi.
Kenya has a population of approximately 55.9M.
The official languages of Kenya are Swahili / English.
Kenya gained independence in 1963.
Kenya uses the Shilling (KSh).