What works in Kenya

Kenya⚠️ Some limits

In Kenya everything usually works, but Telegram is blocked during the KCSE exams in November (2023, 2024) and during protests. On 25.06.2024 the internet was disrupted for about 7 hours.

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  Messages (WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber) Telegram was blocked on 7-29.11.2024 during the KCSE exams and on 25.06.2025 during protestsSource: ooni.org, 2025 · verified
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  Telegram calls Telegram is blocked from time to time (exams, protests)Source: ooni.org, 2025 · verified
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  Signal Signs of blocking for a few hours on 25.06.2024Source: freedomhouse.org, 25.06.2024 · according to freedomhouse.org, 25.06.2024

Getting round via a roaming eSIM: Not checked separately: there are no significant permanent blocks for tourists.

What to do

• During protests, elections or exams the internet or some services have been cut here (25.06.2024, 07.11.2024, 25.06.2025). It usually affects a tourist for a day or two.
• Install and sign in to the apps you need at home: WhatsApp, Telegram, Privat24, monobank, Diia, Maps. Some app stores and sites may not open in the country.
• Keep your Ukrainian SIM in the phone with roaming on: bank SMS come to it. Switch data to the eSIM and turn off «Data roaming» on the Ukrainian SIM.
• About Tutu eSIM, honestly: Tutu eSIM is data only, without a number. Normal calls and SMS go through your Ukrainian SIM at roaming rates. So where calls in messengers are blocked, the eSIM alone won't open them.