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Geography and Demographics
- Kenya is in East Africa with a population over 54.2 million.
- Capital is Nairobi; other major cities include Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret.
- Borders include South Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia, Indian Ocean, Tanzania, and Lake Victoria.
- Geography ranges from snow-capped mountains to deserts.
Historical Background
- Early inhabitants were among the first humans to evolve in Kenya.
- Settlements included Cushitic speakers around 3,200-1,300 BC and Nilotic pastoralists from 500 BC.
- Bantu people arrived between 250 BC and 500 AD.
- Portuguese contact began in 1500; British colonization started in the 19th century.
- Kenya gained independence in 1963 after the Mau Mau revolution.
Political and Economic Context
- Kenya is a presidential representative democratic republic.
- Member of various international organizations, including the United Nations.
- Largest economy in East and Central Africa; agriculture is the biggest sector.
- Major exports include tea, coffee, and flowers; tourism is also significant.