Foreigners may be targeted by extremists in Nairobi, Naivasha, Nanyuki, and coastal areas of Kenya, the United States has said in its latest security alert. "We strongly recommend that US citizens travelling to or residing in Nairobi enrol in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program," the embassy said on Monday. STEP enrollment gives foreigners the latest security updates and makes it easier for the US embassy or nearest US consulate to contact you in an emergency. On January 25, the US advised Kenyans to stay vigilant in public spaces such as shopping malls, hotels, and places of worship. Read: US advises Kenyans to be vigilant over terror threatsIt also advised foreigners to have their travel documents up to date and easily accessible.

Source: The Star February 04, 2019 09:56 UTC