Kenya

Flag Description Three equal horizontal bands of black (top), red, and green; the red band is edged in white; a large warrior's shield covering crossed spears is superimposed at the center. Currency Kenyan shilling. Astronomy Today's date is May 13, 2008. There is currently a First Quarter Moon. Location Eastern africa, bordering the indian ocean, between somalia and tanzania. Climate Varies from tropical along coast to arid in interior. Terrain Low plains rise to central highlands bisected by great rift valley; fertile plateau in west. Elevation Extremes The lowest point is at Indian Ocean 0 m. The highest point is at Mount Kenya 5,199 m.

Nature & Science News

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MPs debate embryology changes - MPs allow plans to update embryology laws to continue through Parliament, despite deep splits among MPs.

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Kenya

This is a map of Kenya. The map illustrates the location of Nairobi and its proximity to Marsabit, Lamu, Nakuru, and the Indian Ocean.

Other countries on this map include: Ethiopia / Uganda / Tanzania

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