The British government has warned it’s citizens against visiting some specific areas in Kenya.
UK in a notice indicated that some areas face threats of attacks thus advising it’s citizen to be cautious.
The UK warned against all but essential travel to areas within 60km of Kenya’s border with Somalia.
It also advised against non-essential trips to eastern Garissa County, as well as the entire Mandera County excluding Mandera West sub-county.
The British government further advised its citizens to only visit the Lamu and Manda islands when travelling to Lamu County, but avoid everywhere else within the devolved unit.
“FCDO advises against all but essential travel to within 15km of the coast between the Tana River and the Galana (Athi-Galana-Sabaki) River,” read the statement.
“No travel can be guaranteed safe. If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.”
It however added: “Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against FCDO advice.”
