Kenya
Due to poor rains, food shortages, high commodity prices refugee influx, the human situation in Kenya has deteriorated drastically. Food and livelihood insecurity have deepened across many parts of the country and conflicts in neighboring Somalia have increased the flow of refugees entering Kenya. There are over 350,000 refugees in Kenya. Cholera has affected Kenya since late 2007, particularly in the north-central part of the country. Female refugees who are alone are in danger of being exploited, particularly those from Somalia. Refugees also have a difficult time finding employment to sustain themselves.
News From Kenya
Safe House for Refugee Women
An alarming number of refugee women from Somalia, Ethiopia and other countries in the region are fleeing to Kenya alone. They remain at high risk for human trafficking, kidnap and exploitation while they look for work and shelter. Zakat Foundation supports Heshima Kenya’s Safe House for Refugee women in Nairobi, which provides shelter, skill-training and care for dozens of refugee… continue reading »
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Vital Stats
| Population: | 39,000,000 |
| Infant Mortality Rate: | 55 deaths / 1000 births |
| Life Expectancy: | 58 years |
| Major Diseases: | High risk of bacterial and protozoal diarrhea, hepatitis A, typhoid fever, malaria, Rift Valley fever, schistosomiasis and rabies |
| Religions: |
Protestant - 45% Roman Catholic - 33% Muslim - 10% indigenous beliefs - 10% other - 2% |
| Literacy Rate: | 85 % |
| Unemployment Rate: | 40 % |
| Poverty Rate: | 55 % |
| Natural Hazards: | Recurring drought; flooding during rainy seasons |