Incident Details
On September 13, the US Embassy in Kenya issued an alert for terrorism and kidnapping nationwide citing the approach of anniversary dates for previous attacks on September 21 and October 7. Potential targets include places of worship, tourist destinations such as hotels, malls, and markets, as well as schools and restaurants.
Traveler Safety
The US Department of State advises travelers to exercise caution due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, and kidnapping.
Avoid having a set route or routine. Avoid crowds and demonstrations. Maintain a low profile. Do not travel alone.
