Countries bordering Kenya

Kenya shares land borders with 5 countries. Located in Eastern Africa, Kenya has a geographic position that connects it with several nations of the region. The bordering countries are: Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia, South Sudan.

Bordering Countries

Region

Africa

Population

53.33M

Neighbors Population

261.15M

Complete list

Country	Capital	Population	Area	Region
Ethiopia	Addis Ababa	111.65M	1,104,300 km²	Africa
Tanzania	Dodoma	68.15M	947,303 km²	Africa
Uganda	Kampala	45.91M	241,550 km²	Africa
Somalia	Mogadishu	19.66M	637,657 km²	Africa
South Sudan	Juba	15.79M	619,745 km²	Africa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What countries border Kenya?

Kenya shares land borders with 5 countries: Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia, South Sudan.

How many countries border Kenya?

Kenya has 5 neighboring countries that share a land border with it.

What region is Kenya in?

Kenya is located in Eastern Africa.

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