Gender Data Analysis Workshop: Nairobi, Kenya
Travel Information
Dates
September 24th - 26th, 2024
Venue
The Data for Health Gender Data Analysis workshop will be held at the new Hyatt Regency Westlands in Nairobi, Kenya. Nestled in the heart of Nairobi’s bustling city center, at the Hyatt Regency Westlands, you can enjoy sophisticated lodgings, diverse dining options, and a contemporary array of amenities and services. The hotel is just a 15-minute drive from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Hyatt Regency Westlands
Address: 38 Muthithi Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: +254 20 3631234
Visa
Kenya has replaced its eVisa system with an Electronic Travel Authorization system (eTA), which is now operational. Apart from holders of valid Kenya Passports, holders of Kenya Permanent Residence, valid Work Permits and Passes and Citizens of the East African Partner States, all visitors including infants and children who intend to travel to the Republic of Kenya, must apply and pay for the eTA at least 3 days prior to travel to ensure adequate time for authorization. eTA applications can be done via www.etakenya.go.ke and pay a processing fee of USD $34. Traveler passport copy must be valid for 6 Months prior to the date of arrival Kenya and with at least two blank pages.
Safety
Nairobi is a large urban environment, where travelers would be advised to stay alert. Earlier this summer, there were demonstrations and protests in the city center area. Participants are advised to:
- Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists. Avoid Nairobi neighborhoods of Eastleigh and Kibera.
- Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.
- Monitor local media for breaking events and be prepared to adjust your plans.
Transportation
Transportation will be arranged to and from the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Kindly follow the instructions of your Data for Health partner organization (CDCF, GHAI, Vital Strategies) as to arrangements to and from your home airport.
Accommodation
Kindly reserve your room at the Hyatt Regency Westlands by sending an email to Go Places Africa with JOHNS HOPKINS BLOOMBERG SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH in the Subj line to: travel1@goplacesonline.com and mansoor@goplacesonline.com.
Meals
Lunch, snacks and water will be provided all three days of the workshop. A welcome dinner (set menu) will be held at the Botanica restaurant, 7th floor, One Africa Place, Waiyaki Way, Nairobi, on Tuesday, September 26th.
Currency
The currency is the Kenyan Shilling (KES). It is a closed currency, so you won’t be able to order any before you go. However, cards are widely accepted and ATMs are widely available. There are coins of one, five, ten and 20 KES and notes of ten, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1000 KES. Dollar bills issued before the year 2000 are not accepted.
Vaccinations
Participants are responsible for obtaining related medical clearances and required immunizations prior to travel. All travelers arriving into the country through any point of entry shall no longer be required to show proof of either COVID-19 vaccination or a pre-departure COVID-19 test. Depending on the Country that you are travelling from a Yellow Fever Vaccination is required for entering Kenya and should be dated at least 10 Days before the Date of Arrival. For participants coming from the US, Europe or UK, no Yellow Fever Vaccination is needed. However, they may require this on departure from Kenya depending on the transit country / country they are returning to. If you are connecting through other East African countries the Yellow Fever Vaccination is Mandatory.
Weather
Temperatures range from 26 degrees Celsius/80 degrees F during daytime hours to 10 degrees Celsius/50 degrees F at night. Showers are expected in the afternoons.
Electricity supply
220 volts and plugs are type G.
Time difference
Kenya is three hours ahead of GMT and observes Eastern Africa Time (EAT) all year round.
Logistics note
Download the logistics note for the 2024 Gender Data Analysis Workshop here.