The Reception Booklet
About Kenya
Climate
Money Matters
Culture
Transport
Housing Entertainment
Hello, Thank you for your choosing AIESEC in University of Nairobi. This booklet contains all relevant information about your stay with us. Kindly go through it as it will help you be better prepared. We are looking forward to having you in Kenya! And hope that you will enjoy your experience with us. *Kindly note that some of the fees and moneys mentioned are subject to change any time.
The main aim is to improve and develop the schools so that they can attain sustainability in their everyday activities through the KULEANA Initiative.
Kenya, officially stated as the Republic of Kenya, is a country in Eastern Africa with a shoreline on the Indian Ocean. Her capital is Nairobi with a president as her official head of state.
 Maasai men playing cricket.
WHAT TO PACK Summers, between November and February, are warm and pleasant, with temperatures ranging between 50°F (10°C) and 77°F (25°C). Winter days, between June and August, are mild with slightly cooler evenings, but temperatures much like summer. The rainy season in Nairobi is during late summer and into autumn, when it is often cloudy and damp, but rainfall is seldom very heavy. The drizzliest months are March to May and October to December.
The main aim is to improve and develop the schools so that they can attain sustainability in their everyday activities through the KULEANA Initiative.
The Leaves by Mutua Matheka Photography
Generally visitors flock to Kenya in the country's dry seasons, between January and March, and July and October, because these are the best months to go on safari in the national parks. The best time to visit Nairobi is in summer, between November and February, but ultimately any time of year is okay in the city and it is recommended that visitors decide on the time of their visit to Kenya according to their desired activities rather than the city's climate.
The main aim is to improve and develop the schools so that they can attain sustainability in their everyday activities The Kenyan currency is known as the Kenyan Shilling through the KULEANA Initiative.
BUDGET
(KSHS). The currency calculator can be found at the link:
bit.ly/1Vzm5jQ The cost of living can be found at the link:
bit.ly/1SkEXFz  Nation centre building in the CBD of Nairobi by Mutua Matheka Photography.
The main aim is to improve and develop the schools so that • Soccer, basketball andthey rugbycan areattain popular games sustainability in their everyday activities watched and played. through the KULEANA Initiative. • Kenyans are known for being runners in ‘track
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athletics’. Kenya’s population is mainly made up of Bantus, Nilotes, Cushites, Arabs, Indians and Europeans.
Swahili pattern on a door by Mutua Matheka Photography.
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Staple food eaten widely is Ugali, Sukuma-wiki and nyamachoma. • The National language is known as Kiswahili, however the official language is English. • Independence day is 12th December 1963. • Local music is known as genge of kapuka
On arrival the intern shall be picked up by their buddy but is liable for the cab fare which is Kshs 3000 ($30) The main form of public transport is ‘matatu which are either buses or small minivans. The costs to be incurred in a day to and from work ranges from Kshs 200-Kshs 300 ($2$3) depending on where one is currently living.
The main aim is to improve and develop the schools so that they can attain sustainability in their everyday activities through the KULEANA Initiative.
‘Railed’ by Mutua Matheka Photography
The main aim is to improve and develop the schools so that they can attain The intern rates areactivities as follows: sustainability in house their everyday through KULEANA Initiative. Kshsthe 18,000($180) for 6 weeks
Includes: 2 meals (Breakfast and Dinner) till Saturday Laundry is done at an extra of $2 per week
• Nairobi nights by Mutua Matheka Photography
The host family rates are as follows:
Kshs 8,000($80) for 6 weeks Includes: 2 meals (Breakfast and Dinner) till Saturday Laundry at least once a week. **They are dependent on availability
WHERE TO BE Nairobi has a vibrant nightlife with the hottest clubs being in Westlands, Lang’ata and CBD. Find a descriptive bar list here:
bit.ly/1FBhGsb WHERE TO EAT Nairobi has various restaurants with a great list found here:
bit.ly/1WWLSE2 WHAT TO DO There are so many great places to see and many amazing things to do while in Kenya. Find a great list here:
bit.ly/thingstodoinKenya bit.ly/EventsCalendarwebsite
The main aim is to improve and develop the schools so that they can attain sustainability in their everyday activities through the KULEANA Initiative.
‘Nairobi Nights-Stanley’ by Mutua Matheka Photography
The main aim is to improve and develop the schools so that they can attain sustainability in their everyday activities through the KULEANA Initiative.
REQUIREMENTS •
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Insurance is MANDATORY: kindly ensure it is acceptable here. • Take all the necessary vaccinations and have their documentation. Tourist visas are acquired at the airport at $50 except for Chinese citizens who must acquire it at home and are renewable at www.immigration.go.ke • Take care of your personal belongings well and attend IPS. •
Kilifi Rower by Paul Obuna
One may carry their country flag, traditional foods and alcohol to display.
AIESEC in University of Nairobi office is located within the Main Campus, CBD area. It is home to the very amazing AIESECers working hard to make your experience in Kenya worthwhile. Feel free to pay us a visit and interact with some wonderful individuals.
ACTIVITIES • MSS (AIESEC weekly meeting) at the office – Thursday from 4:00pm-5:30pm • Swahili classes for EPs at the office – Friday from 12:00pm-1:00pm • Crafts for Cure (art therapy program for paediatric cancer patients at KNH) – Friday from 2:00pm4:00pm
AIESEC UON CONTACTS Facebook: bit.ly/AIESECUON Instagram: @aiesecuon Website: aiesecuon.org
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