rebecca7
Australian expat in Kenya
Forum
12 posts
Contacts
2
About me
Australian
Lives in Nairobi
Registration: 27 July 2011
Activity
PIN & Alien Certificate. by Isherwood
Hi, Dose anyone know if anyon can get a PIN? Specifically a non resident?I went into times towers when I was last in Nairobi to apply for a PIN and got told I have to get an alien certificate first? I never had time to look into it then, but ...
After you are here for more than 3 months you have to get an extension on your visa and you should be given a temporary Alien certificate. I''m not sure if that's what you need but I'm sure I had a piece of cardboard which said I was an 'Alien'! ... Read More
Netball in Nairobi? by Nairobi Al
Hello! I just moved to Nairobi from London and am keen to join a netball team... does anyone in this forum play for a team, or know someone who does? I used to play in London and it was a great way to make new friends (which I'm also keen to do!)
Hey Al, give me a call *** - we can meet for coffee and talk about it. Solead, of course you can join. Give me a call also! Bec Read More
Anybody knows West Nairobi School? by mikel12
Hi guys I wonder if you could help me. I am looking some good school, preferebly with american curriculum and I have heard about this school. Does any of you have any experience with them? How is their standard? Would you recommend to send my kids ...
Hi Mike, I'm a teacher at a British International School and I know of West Nairobi School but I can't say I know a lot about them. I do know a friend of a friend who works there and I can try and find out for you if you like? There is also Rosslyn ... Read More
Bean Bags in Nairobi
Does anyone know where to source bean bags in Kenya?? Or more specifically, the polystyrene fillings that go inside?? Thanks Read More
Forming group for Kiswahili classes at the Language Center by LaneyCJ
Hi all! I am relatively new to Nairobi and very interested in learning Kiswahili. I do not want to do private tutoring (I think groups are more fun, not to mention affordable), but found that most of the existing group classes last around 3+ ...
Hey guys, sorry for my delay in response too and sorry Laney for being sick :( Hope you're ok? I don't think I'll be able to start on the Wednesday as it's the day after I arrive and I'm working that day too. I think I'll be okay for the Sunday ... Read More
Netball in Nairobi? by Nairobi Al
Hello! I just moved to Nairobi from London and am keen to join a netball team... does anyone in this forum play for a team, or know someone who does? I used to play in London and it was a great way to make new friends (which I'm also keen to do!)
oh and I just saw you were married to a Kenyan so I'm sure you understand Kenyan time!! :) Read More
Netball in Nairobi? by Nairobi Al
Hello! I just moved to Nairobi from London and am keen to join a netball team... does anyone in this forum play for a team, or know someone who does? I used to play in London and it was a great way to make new friends (which I'm also keen to do!)
Hi Nairobi Al, I play in a netball team and it is great fun but quite frustrating at times! How serious are you with your netball as there are some teams which are quite serious and compete in various tournaments - even some in other countries - ... Read More
Forming group for Kiswahili classes at the Language Center by LaneyCJ
Hi all! I am relatively new to Nairobi and very interested in learning Kiswahili. I do not want to do private tutoring (I think groups are more fun, not to mention affordable), but found that most of the existing group classes last around 3+ ...
Hey Emily! I would definitely rather the afternoon as Sunday is one chance I get to sleep in a little!! Well, it looks like we have some interest! Read More
Forming group for Kiswahili classes at the Language Center by LaneyCJ
Hi all! I am relatively new to Nairobi and very interested in learning Kiswahili. I do not want to do private tutoring (I think groups are more fun, not to mention affordable), but found that most of the existing group classes last around 3+ ...
Hey guys! I would start on Sunday but I'm in Australia until 30th August! I am happy to do Sunday's though as this works for me well. And I think the idea of one class during the week is also a good idea - totally understandable about taxis. I don't ... Read More
Forming group for Kiswahili classes at the Language Center by LaneyCJ
Hi all! I am relatively new to Nairobi and very interested in learning Kiswahili. I do not want to do private tutoring (I think groups are more fun, not to mention affordable), but found that most of the existing group classes last around 3+ ...
Hi! I just saw your post and thought I might reply. I live in Nairobi and work at an international school in Karen. I have been thinking about furthering my Swahili but hadn't decided on anything. What you suggested sounds great but I would only be ... Read More
Mortgages and buying in Nairobi
Hi all, I need some advice on the chances of obtaining a loan from the Housing Finance Kenya place that I've been researching. I currently work full time in Karen and would like to stay permanently in Kenya. I am leasing at the moment but there is ... Read More