@mrenglish
American expat in Kenya
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American
Lives in Nakuru
Speaks English and Spanish
Registration: 11 March 2018
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sheep skins by mrenglish
When one drives northwest out of Nairobi along the highway toward Nakuru, there are often several sellers along the road with racks of animal skins for sale, sheep I believe though I have never looked closely. I'm interested in buying but have ...
Thanks for the reply; I'll keep you posted. Read More
sheep skins
When one drives northwest out of Nairobi along the highway toward Nakuru, there are often several sellers along the road with racks of animal skins for sale, sheep I believe though I have never looked closely. I'm interested in buying but have ... Read More
safe neighborhood in Gilgil or Naivasha by mrenglish
My wife and I (she is Kenyan and I am an American) are looking for a community in Gilgil or Naivasha or vicinity in which to live; we have a business nearby and want to live in that area. Can anyone recommend where we can buy land for the sole ...
Thanks for your answer. On this issue, "Be aware that unless the title is wholly in your wife name, you cannot buy or own land gazetted as 'agricultural' and can only own residential plots/houses on a leasehold basis", our lawyer, ... Read More
safe neighborhood in Gilgil or Naivasha
My wife and I (she is Kenyan and I am an American) are looking for a community in Gilgil or Naivasha or vicinity in which to live; we have a business nearby and want to live in that area. Can anyone recommend where we can buy land for the sole ... Read More
Vehicle Inspection in Nairobi by tahutt81
I am looking to buy a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado from a garage in Nairobi. However I live 4 hours in Turi north of Nakuru. I would like to get it checked over before purchasing. I know The AA offer this service but they haven't been particularly ...
Also, if you don't know at least a fair amount about vehicles, bring a mechanic with you when you inspect the vehicle. As labor costs are not so high in Kenya, you could bring one with you from your location, including room & board, for a ... Read More
renewal driver's license by mrenglish
Background is that last year I applied for a residence permit. It was (and continues) to take forever, 14 months and running at this point. I also needed a driver’s license, and the agent who is handling the application for the residence ...
The agent is working on it, expecting a new license shortly, that office could well be where he is going; thanks for the email. Read More
renewal driver's license by mrenglish
Background is that last year I applied for a residence permit. It was (and continues) to take forever, 14 months and running at this point. I also needed a driver’s license, and the agent who is handling the application for the residence ...
Thanks for the information. Read More
renewal driver's license
Background is that last year I applied for a residence permit. It was (and continues) to take forever, 14 months and running at this point. I also needed a driver’s license, and the agent who is handling the application for the residence ... Read More
moving to Ngong, Nairobi by mrenglish
I have been in Kenya for nearly four years, living in Nakuru and traveling a bit. I am married to a Kenyan woman, a Kikuyu. We are about to move to Ngong, Nairobi. How is the walking in the neighborhood with respect to safety. In particular, the ...
Matasia is between Karen and Ngong? Where is Vet? Is that the full name of the neighborhood? When you write "our flat had tenant complain of theft" you mean someone in the same building as you? Read More
moving to Ngong, Nairobi by mrenglish
I have been in Kenya for nearly four years, living in Nakuru and traveling a bit. I am married to a Kenyan woman, a Kikuyu. We are about to move to Ngong, Nairobi. How is the walking in the neighborhood with respect to safety. In particular, the ...
And why do you say there are security issues? What have you seen or heard about? Read More
moving to Ngong, Nairobi by mrenglish
I have been in Kenya for nearly four years, living in Nakuru and traveling a bit. I am married to a Kenyan woman, a Kikuyu. We are about to move to Ngong, Nairobi. How is the walking in the neighborhood with respect to safety. In particular, the ...
Thanks for the welcome. How long have you lived in Ngong? Read More
moving to Ngong, Nairobi by mrenglish
I have been in Kenya for nearly four years, living in Nakuru and traveling a bit. I am married to a Kenyan woman, a Kikuyu. We are about to move to Ngong, Nairobi. How is the walking in the neighborhood with respect to safety. In particular, the ...
Hi and thanks for the email. So far, however, all is well. Been here two and a half weeks, go for long walks (over an hour) every day, have had zero problems on the walks or at any other time. Time will tell, but so far I have an excellent ... Read More
moving to Ngong, Nairobi by mrenglish
I have been in Kenya for nearly four years, living in Nakuru and traveling a bit. I am married to a Kenyan woman, a Kikuyu. We are about to move to Ngong, Nairobi. How is the walking in the neighborhood with respect to safety. In particular, the ...
More information is still sought, so anyone reading this, especially foreigners or wives of foreigners who walk a lot, I am happy to hear from. Read More
moving to Ngong, Nairobi by mrenglish
I have been in Kenya for nearly four years, living in Nakuru and traveling a bit. I am married to a Kenyan woman, a Kikuyu. We are about to move to Ngong, Nairobi. How is the walking in the neighborhood with respect to safety. In particular, the ...
From what I have been told a guide is required for walking in Ngong Hills. Thanks for your reply, Longonot62; I'm getting mixed reviews on safety in Ngong (I am asking in places other than here as well). Read More
Buying land in a foreign country. by Claireaowino
Hi, So you get to a foreign country and the first thing you want to look for is a house which you can make a home. What is your take on purchasing land and building a home versus buying an apartment or already built house?
It's freehold and is in an agricultural area, which is not a problem according to our lawyer, who is an expert in the field. What you mean by "gazetted" in this context I have no idea. Read More