Kenya - Africa - (In English)
Kenya - Africa - (In English)
Kenya - Africa - (In English)
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M.I.C.E. in Kenya
KICC has been an icon and landmark for Kenya and the rest of eastern and central Africa for over three decades.
Table Of Contents
Item Introduction Hotels in Nairobi Kenya -A connection Hub About Kenya The Exotic destination Nairobi-The place of cool waters Getting Around Re-discovering Kenya Annexes Social Events Event Information KICC-An Overview KICC Facilities Facilty data Conference Centre Information Conference Facilities Conference Support Services Events held at KICC in the past Current and planned developments st KICC Annex 2: Kenya Missions Abroad Contacts Pg No. 4 5 6-7 8 7 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 16 16 18 19-26 27 28 29 30-34 36
Introduction
The KICC undertakes to make available and facilitate services necessary for the participants and relevant parties as it relates to privileges and immunities; taxation; customs and duties; protocol and security; promotion and marketing support transport information; a secretariat and support for the conference.
Working Days Required: Three (applying in person) or one week from date of receipt (postal applications). If the visa has to be referred to Nairobi, it will take up to six weeks or, in some cases, longer.
HOTELS
1. Intercontinental 2. Hilton 3. Nairobi Serena Hotel 4. Grand Regency 5. The Stanley 6. The Panari Sky Centre 7. Windsor Golf & C. Club 8. Norfolk 9. Nairobi Safari Club 10. Safari Park 11. Fairview 12. Red Court Hotel 13. Holiday Inn 14.SixEigthy 15.Silver Springs 16.Panafric Hotel 17.Jacaranda Hotel 18.Ambassadeur 19.Marble Arch 20.Boulevard 21.Kenya Comfort
ROOMS
BEDS
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Hotels in Nairobi
The main hotels, total bed-capacity 4,700, in Nairobi are within five minutes walking distance from KICC. The proximity and user rating is as in the table shown here.
371 287 191 226 217 137 130 324 146 204 160 60 171 340 124 152 126 94 41 70 90
524 330 283 388 328 210 160 344 179 ABC 320 120 342 680 244 224 180 190 58 138 128
BankingFacilities
Below are international banking brand names with a strong presence in Kenya. There over Eighty (80) Forex Bureaus within the central Business District. The opening hours for the bureaus is 8am 5pm except Sundays
www.centralbank.go.ke/rates
Ruling rates
KES: US C$ SA Rand HK$ = = = = = 69.07 127.28 66.07 8.86 8.84
VisaNote
(a) All nationals referred to in the chart on www. immigration.go.ke may obtain a visa on entry in Kenya. (b) Nationals not referred to on www.immigration. go.ke are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements. See appendix: Kenya Missions Abroad. (c) Multiple-entry visas may only be issued to nationals of the United Kingdom.
Validity
Single-entry: up to three months from date of issue; Multiple-entry: one year from date of issue. Renewals (up to six months) or extensions can be made at Immigration office. www.immigration.go.ke The period of stay in Kenya can be given at the port of entry (maximum three months). Applications to: Consulate (or consular section at embassy or high commission); see appendix: Kenya Missions Abroad.
Importation
Goods brought into the country for exhibition purposes only and then repatriated back to the country of origin are exempted from paying tax. However, one has to specify this at the point of entry to the Kenya Revenue Authority customs officials. Goods brought into the country for the purpose of sell are taxable and information on the tax requirements will be provided by customs officials at the point of entry. For more information visit the Kenya Revenue Authority website http://www.
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AboutKenya
KENYA- Land of diversity If one country could be said to encapsulate all that is best in Africa, that country would be Kenya. Kenya is a dream tourist destination. Its not just because of the famous wildlife, but its far horizons, its open spaces, its agreeable climate, the intensity of sunlight and its welcoming people of many cultures that come together to make Kenya, the destination of choice for those seeking an authentic and unique Africa experience.
WhyKenya
Besides the exotic nature of the destination, Kenya in general and Nairobi in particular, enjoys certain advantages over the other conference tourism destination in Africa. These are; a) Proximity to Europe Due to the importance of Nairobi as the commercial hub for eastern and central Africa, over 10 airlines with global network operate into and out of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on daily basis. These airlines include; All these airlines connect Nairobi with major cities in Europe and Asia and more so to European and Asian air hubs of London, Amsterdam, Dubai and Doha. The local airline, Kenya Airways operates an extensive network within Africa and links east Africa with direct flights to Paris, china and Hong Kong. Kenya airways also operate in partnership with KLM Royal Dutch airline and thus able to provide a seamless flight from any point where each operates into Nairobi. This means that travellers from any part of the world are linked to Nairobi by either one or two airlines who are partners. Besides the reduced number connections into Nairobi, the flight hours are fewer as compared to flight hours into southern African destinations by over 4 hours. b) Geography and climate/weather www.wordtravels.com/Cities/Kenya/Nairobi/ Weather Comparatively, Nairobi is a competitive destination compared to other conference tourism destinations in Africa because of its Equotorial tropical climate. c) Safe destination Kenya is a comparatively safer destination than most of African counties. Kenya has enjoyed stability, politically since independence in 1964.
Mt Kenya stands at 5,199m (17,058ft) above sea level. A herd of elephants- a common sight in the protected areas.
d) Exotic destination Kenya is a safari country with a well developed tourism infrastructure and considerably unchanged natural environments (ecological and cultural). Kenya boasts of award winning tourist class accommodation and diverse Tourist attractions.
The hospitality of the Kenyan people is next to none in the world. Most of the tourist attractions are located within one to 2-hour flight from the city. The famous Nairobi national park is only 5 minutes drive from the city centre where one can be able to see various kinds of tropical wildlife.
ABOVE: Common scenes of affection amongst the wild animals. LEFT: Hot air balloon safari at the Maasai Mara .
cliffs and forest. The park is home to large herds of Zebra, Wildebeest, Buffalo, Giraffe and more. Rhino, Cheetah, and a large number of Lions are all found here, living wild within 20 minutes of the centre of town. Further out of town, the spectacular 27 metre deep 'Fourteen Falls' waterfalls at Thika are perfect for a scenic day trip. Nearby Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park, is centred on an imposing 2,146 metre mountain. For the adventurous, take an hour's drive from town and you will find white water rafting on the beautiful Tana River. From the wildlife to the nightlife, Nairobi is a city unlike any other. With a fantastic music scene, excellent international restaurants and an endless and colourful array of shops and markets, there is plenty on offer for the visitor. Getting to NAIROBI Nairobi is Kenyas capital and the arrival point for many visitors. The main airport is Jomo Kenyatta International, located 15kms out of the centre of town. JKIA handles both International and domestic carriers. Wilson airport, located 11 kms outside of the city centre, is the domestic hub for both scheduled and chartered domestic air traffic. There are countless Matatu stands throughout Nairobi, with continuous arrivals and departures throughout the day. Nairobi is the centre of Kenya's extensive bus network, with many bus companies operating to and from destinations throughout the country.
Taxis are not metered, and a price should be agreed with the driver before departure. Ask for local advice or at your hotel for correct rates. There are several companies operating Dial Taxi services with phone bookings, modern vehicles, competent drivers and reasonable rates. Several Taxi companies have airport booking offices. Buses operate on set routes throughout the city. The large Kenya Buses and Citi Hoppa buses run on routes throughout the city on regular schedules. Buses can be boarded at any stop and tickets purchased on board. Matatus (Public Minibuses) also operate on city routes throughout the day, and are the most popular form of local public transport.
from a brackish uninhabited swampland to a thriving modern capital. When railway construction workers reached this area in 1899, they set up a basic camp and supply depot, simply called Mile 327. The local Maasai called this highland swamp Ewaso Naiberi the place of cold water. The camp became a rustic village, and then a shanty town, which by 1907 was the capital of all of British East Africa. It was soon an important centre for the colony and a mecca for adventurers, hunters and travellers from all over the world. Modern Nairobi is still the safari capital of the Africa, but the modern world has quickly caught up with the city. A frontier town no more, Nairobi has become one of Africas largest, and most interesting cities. Nairobi is a city that never seems to sleep. The entire town has a boundless energy, and is thriving place where all of human life can be found. This is a place of great contrasts where race, tribe and origin all become facets of a unique Nairobi character. The city has not lost its sense of the past, with an excellent museum and the historical home of Karen Blixen, author of Out of Africa open to visitors. This is not a modern capital separated from the great wilderness that surrounds it. Just outside the city is Nairobi National Park, 113 sq kms of plains,
Climate
Nairobi Climate and Weather Situated at a high altitude, Nairobi has a moderate climate. The summer months are sunny and warm without blistering temperatures, while winters are mild to cool, with very chilly evenings. Rainfall is also moderate, the wettest part of the year being late summer to autumn, when cloudy, drizzly days are
Nairobi National Park is 20-minutes-drive away from the KICC.
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Annexes
Currency The official currency is the Kenya Shilling. The written abbreviation is either KSh or using /= after the amount (ie 500/=) Available Notes are 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1000 shillings. Available coins are 1, 5, 10, 20 and 40 shillings. Visitors to Kenya should change foreign currency at banks, bureaux de change or authorized hotels. The easiest currencies to exchange are US Dollars, Pounds sterling and EURO. Travellers Cheques are widely accepted, and many hotels, travel agencies, safari companies
Flamingoes at Lake Nakuru in the Great Rift Valley.
*The Muslim Festival of Idd il Fitr celebrates the end of Ramadhan. The date varies each year depending on the sighting of a new moon in Mecca. ** Dates for the Christian festival of Easter vary from year to year. Most businesses in Kenya are open from Monday to Friday, though some also trade on Saturday. Business hours are generally 9:00am to 5:00pm, closing for an hour over lunch (1:00pm 2:00pm). Banks are open from 9:00am to 3:00pm Monday to Friday. Some branches open on Saturdays from 9:00am to 11:00am. Many banks are now equipped with 24 hour ATM machines. The Bank branches at Jomo Kenyatta International airport (Nairobi) and Moi International Airport both run 24 hour forex services. Communication - Postal Service Kenya has a good postal service for both local and international post. There are post offices and post boxes in most towns. Many shops in tourist lodges and hotels sell stamps. There are different rates for letters by weight, airletters, and postcards by size. Parcel services are available from larger post offices. There are post restante services in Nairobi and Mombasa. Telecommunications Kenya has a good network of telephone, cellular and satellite connections. Work is under way to expand this network and introduce fibre optic cables. Most hotels and lodges offer International telephone and fax services. In larger towns, private telecommunication centres also offer international services. If you have a mobile phone with a roaming connection, then you can make use of Kenyas excellent cellular networks, which covers most larger towns and tourist areas. When calling Kenya, the International code is +254. Internet Kenya has good Internet Service Providers. Email and Internet services are offered by many hotels and lodges. In most towns, there are plenty of private business centres and cyber cafes offering email and internet access.
and restaurants accept Credit Cards. Most Banks in Kenya are equipped to advance cash on credit 2. National museum 3. Karen blixen Karen Blixen famous for the "Out of Africa "film cast, 4. Giraffe centre - home of the endangered Rothchild Giraffe 5. Daphne sheldrick - Elephant sanctuary (orphanage) 6. Nairobi National Park- Enjoy a game viewing drive just within the vicinity of Nairobi, the only game park in the world near a modern metropolis where animals still roam in the wild. 7. Bomas of Kenya - Entertainment by various cultural dancers and later an orientation of various tribes of Kenya at the grounds of Bomas of Kenya by touring model traditional villages. 8. Lake Nakuru / Naivasha express- enjoy a variety of Kenyas bird life on the beautiful lakes of the rift valley, where animals graze on the shoreline. Flamingo concentration varies according to season. The greatest ornithological spectacle on earth-flamingoes. 9. Carnivore lunch- The Nairobis most famous barbeque joint. Feast till you raise the flag. 10. African butterfly museum- African Butterfly first butterfly museum in Africa, (the butterfly educational centre and a flying house set up by the leading Lepidoterist in Kenya). 11. And many more exotic places; Night entertainment joints, casinos, etc cards. There are no restrictions on the amount of foreign currency that can be brought into Kenya. Before departure, travellers are advised to convert any excess Kenya shillings into foreign currency at a bank or bureau de change before departure. Departure taxes can be paid in local or foreign currency. Tipping Tipping is not mandatory in Kenya. Guides, drivers, waiters and hotel staff can be tipped at your discretion. Time, Public Holidays and Business Hours Kenya has a single time zone- which is GMT+3. Kenyan Public holidays include: 1st January New Years Day Idd il Fitr * March/April Good Friday** March/April Easter Monday** 1st May Labour Day 1st June Madaraka Day 10th October Moi Day 20th October Kenyatta Day 12th December Jamhuri Day 25th December Christmas Day 26th December Boxing Day
Re-discovering Kenya
Kenya is a land of diversity from the people, their cultures, the weather, from east to west, from north to south. From the Capital city, the rest of the country is a few hours flight on domestic airline or several hours drive by road. It is highly recommended that one takes a tour of this magical country. Kenya has over 40 game parks and Reserves, with Maasai Mara, which was recently proclaimed as one of the worlds 7 wonders. Visit www.kws.org and www. magicalkenya.com for more information on this very exotic destination. Kenya is the cradle of mankind with the oldest discoveries of ancient man being discovered in Turkana, Koobi Fora and Magadi areas. Visit www. museums.or.ke for more information. The city of Nairobi is dotted with numerous wonderful spots worth checking out within the shortest time possible. Therefore, for excursion lasting half a day to a full day. Some of the places to visit are listed below. For more areas, consult a local tour operator. Visit www.katokenya.org for a list of certified tour operators. 1. Nairobi city tour - Tour the principal land marks, the city market and the railway museum where the relics of the legendary lunatic express belonging to an era gone by can be found.
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SocialEvents
Kenya can host participants to a number of side events, at its cost. These will include entertainmentfilled receptions to participants, press and other designated groups/categories of participants. The main events are supplemented by other social events targeted at spouses. We have numerous selections of social amenities and tourist attractions to keep them entertained. These are situated both in the vicinity of the city and outside the city all varied enough to suite varied tastes and preferences. Venues for gala dinners include the middle of Nairobi National park, National Museum, the KICC, the Carnival Meat destination among others. As a renowned safari destination, Kenya has the capacity to provide a unique and exciting range of products from the magnificent islands, a beautiful coast line, mountains, game parks, and intriguing flora and fauna. The country has offerings for wildlife enthusiasts, golfers, game watchers, and generally a perfect combination for business and pleasure. Facilitation can be made for Conference participants and spouses to have half to full day excursions to the unique Nairobi national park which is situated only 20 minutes drive from the city; The Nairobi National Park only park this close to a metropolitan city in the world. The coastal towns of Mombasa, Lamu and Malindi are on average, one hour flight from Nairobi, thus accessible to all wishing to experience a combination of Kenyas tropical sun, sea and sand. Most of the Kenyas famous wildlife parks for those wishing to enjoy a wildlife safari are one-and-half hours from Nairobi by air and 3-4 hours by open roof-top tour van. Nairobi is a metropolitan city and has entertainment facilities and spots to cater for different tastes and preferences of night life; restaurants, bars and fast-food courts. For those who would want to enjoy a serene countryside atmosphere, Nairobi is surrounded by greenery zones inform of arboretum, coffee, tea, dairy, agro-forestry farms. The city has a selection of choices for those that enjoy art, theatre and heritage, bird watching among other activities.
Wildebeest migration. Pristine beaches.
Registration
The registration area on the ground floor can accommodate at least 20 counters. It has electricity and signage and may be partitioned to include a storage area. Provision of internet connections, fixed phone lines, photocopying machines and ropes to define the queues can be arranged.
Male giraffe
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KICC- An Overview
KICC has been an icon and landmark for Kenya and the rest of eastern and central Africa from time in memorial. This has distinguished it as a premiere meeting venue all through the region. KICC boasts of being the largest facility in conference tourism industry South of Sahara and the North of Limpopo and hence why most regional and international conferences have been held including conventions of the UN organizations. Located in the city center, KICC boasts of easy accessibility to and from all major hotels, most of which are five minute walk and even faster when you drive. KICC has the capacity to hold both large and small events, both indoor and outdoors, for the former, we have rooms with excellent ambiance, cleanliness and air conditioning. The rooms also have halla spread and sound proof to ensure maximum privacy and convenience. For the latter, we have expansive grounds and well-manicured lawns and also helipad in the tower block, where dinners, galas, banquets cocktails can be held while experiencing the serene breeze of the equatorial Nairobi weather. We also have an ultra-modern amphitheatre that in itself manifests contemporary and tradition, which hosts a capacity of 900 seater a session. On the same note, we also boast of having the most sophisticated simultaneous translation equipment in the region, which has been used in various UN Security council meetings and other international forums. In addition, KICC also has various caucus rooms that conveniently serve as office space for secretariat co-ordination and business center Internet accessibility for online delegates and registration.
sessions of major conferences, awards, large capacity cocktails and gala diners. The meetings rooms are located on the ground floor; Tsavo ballroom, lower ground and first floor of the centre. MeetingEquipment Lectern microphone, wireless microphone, fixed seating, overhead projector, wide screen TV, head set, slide projectors, video screen, in house catering, video camera, flip charts, video projector, closed circuit TV, Internet access, ISDN line. MeetingSupportServices Audio-video technicians, security guards, stenographers, attendee registration, messenger, translators, decoration service, musicians, tours & entertainment, electricians, photographers, first aid, print shop, hotesses, ushering. SurroundingHotels 8 hotels 1 hotels 9 hotels 18 hotels Tourism National Museums Karen Blixen Nairobi National Park Animal orphanage situated within the Nairobi National park Ostrich Park Giraffe centre The Bomas of Kenya for the cultural entertainment Catering Utalii Hotel: The Watamu restaurant offers a varied la carte menu, live entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays in the Shangwe bar. Opening hours: 24 hours. Nairobi Serena Hotel: Kenya, Indian, Italian and Creole. Main restaurant is Mandhari. Opening hours: 24 hours. Norfolk Hotel: International culinary cuisine. Opening hours: 24 hours. The Stanley hotel: three unique restaurants; The Thorn Tree caf, The Zen restaurant and the Al Fresco pool deck bar and restaurant. Opening hours: 24 hours. Tin-Tin restaurant: Chinese Cuisine Opening hours: 24 hours. 3,015 guest rooms 167 guest rooms 2,066 guest rooms 5,248 guest rooms
MainEvents 44th Session of the African-Asia Legal Consultative Organisation (AALC) 11th World Lake Conference 5th Session of African Ministers of Culture 114th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly and related meetings Access Located in the City Centre. 15 km/9.3 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. 8 km/5 miles from Wilson Airport. 0.5 km/0.3 miles Nairobi Railway Station. 0.25km from Kencom Bus Station, Citi Hoppa. Rates On request. KICC is open all year round
GeneralInformation Total Meeting Area Halls Meeting Rooms Capacity of Largest Room
7,526m2
(81,009.86 sq ft)
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FacilityData
KICCFacilities
MeetingRooms Besides the Amphitheatre and Shimba hills which are fixed symposia and theatre style seating arrangement respectively. The rest of the rooms are versatile and can fit all set ups. The Tsavo hall is the largest meeting room in Africa; South of Sahara and north of Limpopo; it is very dynamic and normally used for exhibitions, music performances, plenary
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Nairobis Geographical Details Altitude Longitude Latitude 1700m (above sea level) 36o 49 East 1o 16 60 South
BackgroundInformation
KICC has been an icon and landmark for Kenya and the rest of eastern and central Africa for over three decades. By this it has been distinguished as a premiere meeting venue all through the region. KICC boasts of being the largest facility in conference tourism industry in the South of Sahara and the North of Limpopo and hence most regional and international conferences have been held including conventions of the UN organizations. Located in the city center, KICC boasts of easy accessibility to and from all major hotels, most of which are five minute walk and even faster when you drive. KICC has the capacity to hold both large and small events, both indoor and outdoors, for the former, we have rooms with excellent ambiance, cleanliness and air conditioning. The rooms also have halla spread and sound proof to ensure maximum privacy and convenience. For the latter, we have expansive grounds and well manicured lawns and also helipad in the tower block, where dinners, galas, banquets cocktails can be held while experiencing the serene m breeze of the equatorial Nairobi weather. We also have an ultra-modern amphitheatre that in itself manifests contemporary and tradition, which hosts a capacity of 900 seater pax a session. On the same note, we also boast of having the most sophisticated simultaneous translation equipment in the region, which mhas been used in various UN Security council meetings and other international forums. On the same note, KICC also has various caucus rooms that conveniently serve as office space for secretariat co-ordination and business center internet accessibility for online delegates registration.
Location
The Kenyatta International Conference Centre is located at the centre of Kenyas capital, Nairobi, and is easily accessible by bus and car. It is an icon of Kenya, thanks to its unique architectural design and rich history. The centre is within 15 minutes from all major hotels in Nairobi. Both the exhibition and the conference can be hosted at the centre. The centre occupies 1.6944 hectares of land that is all easily accessible on foot.
TsavoBallroom
On Ground floor; Area: 2,444 m2 ; Sitting: Theatre: 4,000 Classroom: 2,500 Banquet: 2,500 Primarily caters for international conference plenary sessions. Also Ideal for large meetings, exhibitions, banquets, receptions Largest exhibition hall of its kind in East and Central Africa No pillars in the room maximizing on flexibility of set-up Chiller cooling system up to 9 degrees centigrade Can accommodate multi level exhibition stands Direct access to the delivery bay which leads to a 9m x 4.5m hydraulically operated door Provision on the roof to hang banners, additional lights, props, e.t.c. 7 inbuilt simultaneous Interpretation Booths Ramp access High level acoustics
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Amphitheatre
Designed like the traditional African hut Ideal for Symposia, seminars, opening ceremonies 7 inbuilt Simultaneous Interpretation Booths Fixed seating Access to terraces for tea breaks and lunches Hosts numerous Heads of States functions Numerous entrances/exits High level acoustics 100 m2 On 2nd floor 2,666 m2 Tiered seating, 800 Boardroom: 30
VIPLounge
Ideal for Head of State and VIP receptions and briefings Rectangular Shape False ceiling and large windows allowing adequate lighting
On Lower Ground
ShimbaHills Room
Theatre: 90 Classroom: 90
Ideal for small discussions, theatricals, presentations Fixed seating Access to Delegate Lounge for tea breaks and lunches High level acoustics Ramp Access
Lenana/AberdaresRoom
Ideal for medium-size conferences/meetings/seminars High Level Acoustics 5 Simultaneous Interpretation Booths Access to spacious foyer area for coffee breaks and buffet area Ramp Access
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FACILITY
Impala Room on 1st Floor
Ideal for small discussion groups Central foldable partition Ramp access
BAcK-up SERvicES CCTV All floors and grounds 1,000 kvA Generator that serves entire centre Complements professional physical security 24-hour surveillance team Access control system operating on latest security software Capacity to operate lighting of entire centre including lifts
EXHiBiTiON FAciLiTY
Courtyard
DEScRipTiON
Shape: Octagonal with concrete slabs on floor Houses the monument of the founding father of Kenya at its heart
SiZE(m2)
7,056
Delegates Lounge
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10,306
CourtYard
Infrared Mic
Marquee
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Powersupply
The Centre receives power from three transformers, two of which are rated at 750KVA while one dedicated to the Tsavo Ballroom is rated at 500KVA There is also a 100KVA standby generator that is able to carry the entire load incase of power failure from the utility company Power points are well distributed in all areas of the entire centre Telecommunication lines may be fixed above the structures in the exhibition area There is Provision for water and sewage connections in the exhibition area
SocialVenues
The centre has beautiful lawns that can comfortably host the following social events: V. I. P. Reception for about 250 guests Lawns for the Welcome Reception with a minimum of 1,000 guests Press Reception for about 100 guest The Helipad: being among the tallest buildings in the city, this vantage point provides a breathtaking 360-degree birds eye-view of Nairobi Conference participants can take half to full day excursion to the unique Nairobi National Park which is 20 minutes drive from KICC; the only park this close to a metropolitan city in the world. The coastal towns of Mombasa, Lamu and Malindi are on average, one-hour flight from Nairobi, thus accessible to all wishing to experience a combination of Kenyas tropical sun, sea and sand. Most of the Kenyas famous wildlife parks for those wishing to enjoy a wildlife safari are one to one and half hours from Nairobi by air and 3-4 hours by open roof-top tour van. Nairobi is a metropolitan city and has entertainment facilities and spots to cater for different tastes and preferences of night life; restaurants, bars and nightclubs. For those wishing to enjoy a serene countryside atmosphere, Nairobi is surrounded by greenery zones inform of arboretum, coffee, tea, dairy, agro-forestry farms. For those that enjoy art, theatre and heritage, Nairobi boasts of a number of art galleries, theatres and museums. (Ask your travel agent for guidance). For bird watchers, the National museum in Nairobi, organizes bird watching excursion within Nairobi countryside on regular basis. (Ask your travel agent to arrange for this).
AdditionalFeatures
Ceiling height in all exhibition areas ranges between 5M (Minimum) and 9M (Maximum) The building is structurally designed to carry live, dead and point loads With availability of power points in all areas and more than 750KVA reserve power, electrical requirements of all exhibitions can be met. There are also numerous plug in points in the MDF room provided by several telecommunication companies, that meets all data and voice requirements Overall lighting as an average of meeting rooms lighting, delegates lounges and circulation areas exceeds 300 LUX
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ICTServices
Broadband data connection: The centre has several data terminal units that can provide high speed connections. Main services available are: Fibre optic connections (128, 512, 1024) kbps Wireless backup Unit High speed Kenstream, ISDN and ASDL connections These services can easily be extended to the exhibition, conference and secretariat rooms.
BusinessCentre
Located on the ground floor, provides the following services: Documentation Printing. Photocopy, lamination. Binding etc Email and Internet International and local telephone calls Courier Sale of airtime N.B. For more advanced connections the Centre will require collaboration with other parties, like affiliates of Communication Commission of Kenya, Telkom Kenya, Kenya data Networks and Access Kenya.
CourierService
The conference centre is served by at least four worldwide courier services namely: DHL Worldwide Express Kenya Ltd, Fedex (represented in Kenya by a nominated Service Contractor, East African courier) for export and Import services and TNT Express Worldwide.
Catering
The conference centre is served by two restaurants and a coffee shop of 4 and 3 star categories. These are; Tin Tin Restaurant popular for Chinese and International cuisines, Conference Caterers and Legacy Coffee shop. In addition, the Centre works in partnership with several other 5 and 4 star hotels and restaurants for conference catering depending on the preference. The centre has capacity to set up an expansive good court that can accommodate a variety of caterers who are able to serve various menu types from snacks and coffee to formal dinners/lunches.
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A large Plenary Hall to accommodate up to 7,500 people which can also be partitioned into several smaller meeting rooms. An Events and Exhibitions centre. Several smaller meeting rooms and offices. Restaurant. Underground parking. An Art Gallery/ Museum. An all-suite 7-star hotel with a capacity of 300 delegates and 20 presidential suites. Well developed park with the existing monument of the founding father of Kenya, Mzee Jomo Kenyatta
Inaugration of New york-Dakar-Nairobi in 2008 by Delta airline. Inaugration of Singapore airline operations into Nairobi and many more.
ParkingSpace
The centres parking has a capacity for 1,200 cars with provision for VIP parking.
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Media Kenya has several English language newspapers. The most popular are the Daily Nation and the East African Standard. The East African is a weekly newspaper sold throughout Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. There are two separate Swahili newspapers, Taifa Leo and Kenya Leo. There is also locally produced television and radio media. International newspapers and magazines are widely available in Kenya. Digital Satellite Television
has become widespread throughout Kenya. Many hotels provide this South African based service, offering a range of channels. Electricity The electricity supply in Kenya is 220/240 v 50hz. Plugs are 3 point square. If you are planning to bring a video camera charger or any other electrical advice, please bring voltage and plug adaptors where appropriate.
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