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on 23 May 2011

What home security  measures should be taken in Nairobi. My husband is granted an accommodation allowance, but we're unsure if we need to negotiate for a security gaurd, an alarm system or any other additional expenses.

Anonymous (not verified) on 23 May 2011 - 13:25
Home security is definitely a norm in Kenya, and most expats living in stand alone houses outside the CBD take out a package that includes night-watchman or stationed gaurds, motion-sensor lights, burglar bars, panic buttons and night intruder alarms. Many expat homes have the burglar bars, panic buttons, night alarms and lights already installed. It's merely a matter of getting in touch with the security company and paying for activiation.

Regardless though, make an effort to negotiate this as part of your expat contract. It's standard for employers to pay for expat housing in Nairobi.
Anonymous (not verified) on 3 Jul 2012 - 07:07
looking for new expat moving to nairobi.
Anonymous (not verified) on 13 Mar 2013 - 11:36
hi, My husband get a job offer to work in Nairobi, Kenya.Please guide about the safety issues of the area and cost of living. Please reply me quickly because we have only 3 hours to take decision.

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