Canada is the latest country to issue a security alert to its citizens travelling to Kenya, barely a week after the UK issued a similar advisory.
The alerts issued by the foreign countries revolve around the safety of their natives, who were warned of an alleged increasing number of terror attacks, especially in Northern Kenya.
The UK warned its citizens against travelling to six regions highlighted as the main targets of terror groups. It also warned them against visiting crowded areas like malls, which have been targeted before.
Some areas highlighted by the UK were the Kenya-Somali border, Eastern Garissa, Mandera, Tana River County and Lamu counties, and the coast between Tana River and Galana River.
"No foreign travel can be guaranteed as safe. It would help if you took personal responsibility for your travel," read part of the alert.
On the other hand, Canada warned against four areas, including certain estates in Nairobi County, like Eastleigh, Kibera, and Pangani. Other areas are Turkana, Marsabit, Tana River, Kilifi, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, and Lamu counties.
Canada also warned its citizens about potential carjacking, robberies, and kidnappings, especially in major cities like Nairobi and Mombasa.
"Be particularly alert during religious holidays, sporting events, and public celebrations. Terrorists have carried out attacks during these events," read part of the warning.
Canadians were also warned about frequent blackouts in Kenya that may increase criminal activities. They were thus advised to plan accordingly and follow instructions from local authorities.
Other dangers the foreigners were warned about include fraud, road accidents, piracy, and spiked food and drinks, among others.
The Director of Criminal Investigations, Amin Mohamed, issued the third alert on December 2, ahead of the festive season.
According to the DCI boss, criminals increase during the festive season, urging security personnel to be vigilant and protect Kenyans.
"Amin noted that it was at such a season of the year when criminals in their numbers set out to interrupt the peace and safety of the citizens through violent robberies, breakings and all manner of felonies," a statement released by the DCI read.
