Emergency Numbers in Kenya
The emergency number in Kenya is 999. It reaches the police, an ambulance and the fire service.
Emergency numbers
Helplines and non-emergency numbers
Checked 22 October 2026 against Government of Canada travel advice: Kenya. Numbers can change; if you live in Kenya, check with your local authority.
Kenyan public holidays 2026
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Emergency numbers in every country
Police, ambulance and fire numbers side by side, for when you travel.
Emergency numbers in Kenya: questions and answers
What is the emergency number in Kenya?
The emergency number in Kenya is 999. It reaches the police, an ambulance and the fire service.
What is the ambulance number in Kenya?
For an ambulance in Kenya, call 999 or 112.
What is the police number in Kenya?
To reach the police in Kenya, call 999 or 112.
What is the fire service number in Kenya?
For the fire service in Kenya, call 999 or 112.
Does 112 work in Kenya?
Yes, 112 works in Kenya.
Does 911 work in Kenya?
911 is not an emergency number in Kenya. Call 999 instead, and do not count on 911 being passed on.
What should I say when I call?
Say where you are first: the address, a landmark or what you can see. Then say what happened, how many people are hurt and whether anyone is in danger. Answer the questions, follow the instructions and stay on the line until the operator says you can hang up.
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