@ITS-ALI
Canadian expat in Kenya
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Kilifi
Speaks English Swahili Bit of French Would love to learn Arabic but can't find a school in El Jadida. At the moment using youtube :)
Registration: 20 March 2018
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New members of the Kenya forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Kenya forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi Harry, As the expression goes, "good things come to those who wait". Take your time, be patient and most of all PLEASE be Safe! I am sure it will work out for you in the end. Regards Ali Read More
Covid -19 travel by paigerice
Hi, I am planning to move to Kenya and retire there in 2 years. However, in the meantime, I am trying to travel to Kenya from California. I had to delay my trip and my organized safaris due to Covid-19. My question is has anyone form the states ...
Fly with Emirates, I believe they have an instant test at Dubai Airport. Read More
Any advice for place/prices hairdresser in Casablanca? by FransjeJohanna
Hi there! Me and my friend want to get a haircut in Casablanca and perhaps also get some highlights. However, we don't see prices anywhere and we don't really know where to go.. especially since people ask for way more money when they see ...
How about keeping safe and maintaining Social Distance during this Pandemic?? Your family will thank you for this wise choice! Read More
Organic products in Kenya by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As a consumer in Kenya, you may seek to maintain a healthy lifestyle by choosing mostly organic products. If you do favour such products, we would like to know more about your consumption habits. Is it easy to find organic ...
Do your research! There are many who claim to produce organic but in fact are just con artists. Get to know your local producer and develop a relationship as a customer. Deal with small growers and you will get better prices too. Read More
Morocco closed the borders due to Covid-19, but for how long? by Queenjani
Hi all, Because of the Covid-19 outbreak my plans to travel to Morocco to reunite with my husband, have been postponed until Morocco decides to open its borders again. It's very hard to find any information from here so I would like to ask you ...
Hi there You are asking questions that NOBODY but God can answer. There no country that knows WHEN it will open its borders and or if WHEN it will be business as usual. To protect your health and every citizen in the world, we all have to listen, ... Read More
A Kenyan Expat by amosmuhunguria
Hello, Am a Kenyan Living and working in Kenya. I have vast experience and knowledge of our country that can be helpful to someone wishing to relocate here. This will give you a smooth life without hustles on your stay in our country. For more ...
Hello AJT111, Please use this website to calculate cost of living: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/ Hope this helps, Ali Read More
New members of the Kenya forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Kenya forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello there Nice to meet fellow Canadians here. I also recently moved back to Kenya from Toronto, Canada. I am in the process of setting up my business and giving back to the society where possible. I am looking forward to meeting other ... Read More
Buying a Use Automatic Car in Marrakech by GuestPoster651
Hi, I am currently living in Marrakech and need a car to get to my new job, as it's 45 minutes away. I'm American and cannot drive a manual car, therefore I need a automatic car. Does anyone have advice where automatic cars may be available ...
Hi I have a Honda CRV 2002 automatic that I am selling, It's automatic, completely loaded with GPS, Bluetooth, sunroof, rear reverse camera with new tires etc etc,,,, Unfortunately, I am in El Jadida so it's probably easier for you to try ... Read More
Phone in Kenya by GuestPoster394
Hello. I'm moving to Nairobi from the U.S. I currently have a Galaxy S9 through Sprint. It does take a SIM card. I'm debating getting my phone unlocked and bringing it to Kenya. Before I buy out my phone, I just want to be sure that I would ...
Hi Skyler As I have done this myself here is what I recommend: - Go to your local service provider in the USA and get your phone unlocked, - Once in Kenya, it will work with any local telco provider. In Kenya: - Sign up with Safaricom as they ... Read More
Applying for Moroccan citizenship? by ITS-ALI
Hi Guys As I often get questions relating to Moroccan citizenship, I thought I'd ask the expat folks in this forum. As a foreigner living in Morocco what are the requirements to apply for citizenship? - After how many years living as a ...
I'd like to thank everyone who has commented on this thread so far. When I posted my question it was simply to inquire about the process of becoming a citizen. I did not expect a heated or passionate debate about the pros and cons of living ... Read More
Applying for Moroccan citizenship? by ITS-ALI
Hi Guys As I often get questions relating to Moroccan citizenship, I thought I'd ask the expat folks in this forum. As a foreigner living in Morocco what are the requirements to apply for citizenship? - After how many years living as a ...
TO : urbanshopping101 Thank you for your response but that is NOT the question! Have a nice day, Ali Read More
Applying for Moroccan citizenship?
Hi Guys As I often get questions relating to Moroccan citizenship, I thought I'd ask the expat folks in this forum. As a foreigner living in Morocco what are the requirements to apply for citizenship? - After how many years living as a ... Read More
Mailing document to Canada by samina205
Hello everyone, I would like to mail a document to Canada. It's two pages and I am comfortable with it taking 2-3 weeks. What would be the most affordable options? Thanks, Samina
Have you tried the main post office in Nairobi next to the immigration building? It took me about two weeks to get a letter sent to me in Toronto. Read More
Contact requests by sarasmum
Hi I am getting lots of contact requests from local moroccans, this is an expat forums and i would like the admins to do something about that, messages from guys seeking marriages etc is getting really annoying, i am moroccan my self originally but ...
While l see the argument on all sides, l just block requests that are inappropriate. I don't think it's possible for the admins to police bad behavior on this site! On the other hand we can not block all requests as this will block other ... Read More
Contact requests by sarasmum
Hi I am getting lots of contact requests from local moroccans, this is an expat forums and i would like the admins to do something about that, messages from guys seeking marriages etc is getting really annoying, i am moroccan my self originally but ...
I just ignore and move on. Life's too short to sweat the small stuff 🤔😁 Keep smiling Ali Read More