LEARN ABOUT KENYA
1. Size of Kenya (in Square Kilometers) Kenya covers approximately 580,367 square kilometers, making it the 48th largest country in the world. Out of this, about 569,140 sq. km is land, and the rest is water bodies. 2. Land Features Kenya's geography is diverse and includes the following main features: Great Rift Valley: Runs north to south through the country, forming escarpments and highland areas. Mountains and Highlands: Includes Mount Kenya (5,199 m), Africa’s second-highest mountain, and the Central Highlands. Savannahs and Grasslands: Spread across regions like the Maasai Mara. Deserts and Semi-arid Areas: Found in the north and northeastern parts (e.g., Turkana, Marsabit). Coastal Areas: Stretch along the Indian Ocean with coral reefs and beaches (e.g., Mombasa, Lamu). Lakes: Includes Lake Victoria, Lake Turkana, and Lake Naivash 3. Independence Kenya gained independence from British colonial rule on December 12, 1963, and became a republic on December 12, 1964. 4. Administ...