InterNations – Connecting Swiss living in Kenya

Are you looking for fellow Swiss in Kenya? Do you need advice and tips from your Swiss countrymen? Or would you like to go for a trip with other Swiss expats to discover attractions like the Great Rift Valley of Central Kenya together?

Whether you are already living as an expat in Kenya or still residing at home in Switzerland to prepare your relocation abroad, InterNations Kenya provides you with all you need: Founded in 2007, our trusted community has quickly established itself as the international networking platform for expats and global minds worldwide. Among our members there is also a number of Swiss expats in Kenya, hailing from all across Switzerland - from Bern, over Geneva to Zurich.

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Mario Rimardi

Mario Rimardi

Wish I had discovered InterNations before I relocated to Kenya. It's really helpful on both a private and a professional level.

Caroline Hayes

Caroline Hayes

Expats on InterNations gave us valuable hints for finding an appropriate school in Nairobi for our two children.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Meet other Swiss at our events in Kenya

Attend our monthly events and activities for Swiss expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

InterNations Nairobi November Event at a Brand New Venue
Dear Nairobi InterNations Family! We are absolutely thrilled to invite to a wonderful evening dedicated to enjoying spirited conversations with fellow expats and globally-minded residents. This month we are heading to the charming Kraftory Biergarten! This bradn new spot, with its casual, friendl
Dear Nairobi InterNations Family! We are absolutely thrilled to invite to a wonderful evening dedicated to enjoying spirited conversations with fellow expats and globally-minded residents. This month we are heading to the charming Kraftory Biergarten! This bradn new spot, with its casual, friendl
Castle Forest Hike #DayTrip
Castle Forest Hike #DayTrip
November #Saturday Trip Year 2025 Date:- 29 November Time:- 6am-5pm Main features of the trip include:- Inclusive:- *Professional tour guide *Transport too and back *Mineral water for the hike *Team bonding *Nature walk and trekking *Hiking to the River falls through the mt Kenya forest * P
November #Saturday Trip Year 2025 Date:- 29 November Time:- 6am-5pm Main features of the trip include:- Inclusive:- *Professional tour guide *Transport too and back *Mineral water for the hike *Team bonding *Nature walk and trekking *Hiking to the River falls through the mt Kenya forest * P
Africa Women's Orchestra Event
Africa Women's Orchestra Event
The Rotary Club of Nairobi Gigiri, in collaboration with African Women's Orchestra and Olivia Ambani, invites you to our Annual Fundraiser Gala in support of cancer awareness and care through Faraja Cancer Support Centre. Join us for an evening of compassion, community, and making a difference! You
The Rotary Club of Nairobi Gigiri, in collaboration with African Women's Orchestra and Olivia Ambani, invites you to our Annual Fundraiser Gala in support of cancer awareness and care through Faraja Cancer Support Centre. Join us for an evening of compassion, community, and making a difference! You
InterNations Nairobi - December Newcomers' Event!
InterNations Nairobi - December Newcomers' Event!
Hi there ! InterNations Newcomers.... As we are almost wrapping up the year , let's meet at NSK - Nairobi Street Kitchen for our next event ! Date : Wednesday , 3rd of December 2025 , 7:30 P.M ( kindly add to your personal calendars ) Come ready to mingle and network with other InterNations newc
Hi there ! InterNations Newcomers.... As we are almost wrapping up the year , let's meet at NSK - Nairobi Street Kitchen for our next event ! Date : Wednesday , 3rd of December 2025 , 7:30 P.M ( kindly add to your personal calendars ) Come ready to mingle and network with other InterNations newc

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Why Swiss expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Swiss members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

Nairobi Community Group
Nairobi Community Group
Mombasa Community Group
Mombasa Community Group

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Receive Information and Tips about Kenya from Swiss Expats

Obviously, embarking on expat life in Kenya is not only about packing boxes and getting some paperwork done. The regular exchange with your Swiss compatriots is also an important aspect of the expat experience and can help you get accustomed to the Kenyan culture and people. InterNations helps you meet and interact with other Swiss in Kenya, living in Nairobi, Garissa, Mobasa and many other places across the country. Just take a look at our group ofSwiss in Nairobi orSwiss in Mombasa.

So, if you should ever feel like speaking your mother tongue, finding out where to shop for Swiss food, or chatting about your favorite team’s latest match, join the Swiss InterNations Community:

  • Browse our high-quality expat network to find like-minded expatriates from Switzerland in Kenya.
  • Receive and share advice in our Kenya Expat Forums – e.g. how to find a nanny speaking your kids’ native tongue or where to shop for r\östi in Nairobi...
  • Browse the InterNations Places database for Kenya to find institutions like the nearest Swiss embassy and many others.

From the\ Great\ Rift\ Valley\ of\ Central\ Kenya to the\ Maasai\ Mara\ wildlife\ habitat, we’ll get you in touch with helpful and friendly Swiss expats in Kenya.

Take Part in Various Expat Activities to Meet Fellow Swiss in Kenya

Additionally, you are cordially invited to participate in our regular expat events and activities taking place in Kenya. Our events cover various interests and range from a small expat dinner to enjoy the traditional Kenyan ugali, to big expat get-togethers with hundreds of guests in Nairobi's top locations. You may also join one of our expat excursions for a weekend trip to visit Lake\ Nakuru\ National\ Park\ with\ millions\ of\ pelicans\ and\ flamingos, Uhuru\ Gardens,\ in\ remembrance\ of\ the\ struggle\ for\ independence, and other impressive landmarks across Kenya.

This way, our events and activities are a very nice occasion to meet fellow expats from Switzerland and around the world in a casual atmosphere. Interested? Sign up for membership and you’ll soon be welcomed with a warm Gr\üezi,\ salut,\ buongiorno,\ bainvegni from our Swiss living in Kenya!

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