Kenyan Somalis have settled in most parts of the country, but they are known to predominantly occupy four counties of Mandera, Garissa, Wajir and Tana River, all of which border Somalia. There are significant numbers of Kenyan Somalis on the coast and in most urban areas of Kenya.

Where do Somali people live in Kenya?

Somalis in Kenya are citizens and residents of Kenya who are of Somali ethnic descent. They have historically inhabited the North Eastern Province, previously called the Northern Frontier District, which was carved out of the Jubaland region of present-day southern Somalia during the colonial period.

How many Somalis are living in Kenya?

2.4 million Somalis According to the most recent census, there are 2.4 million Somalis in Kenya (out of an overall population of 38.6 million in the country). Somalis have lived in Kenya since before colonial rule.

Where do most Somali refugees go?

About two thirds of all Somalis who live outside Somalia live in neighbouring countries Kenya, Ethiopia, Djibouti and Yemen. Kenya hosted more than 313,000 in April 2017. About 255,000 were registered as refugees in Ethiopia.

Are Somalis native to Kenya?

Most Somalis are found in Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Isiolo and Marsabit counties in the Northern most parts of Kenya. Many Somalis call their God Eabe (also known as Waaq). The Somali migrated from the Horn of Africa and have continued to come to Kenya as refugees following the collapse of Somalia state.

What is the leading cause of death in Somalia?

According to World Health Organization (WHO), lower respiratory infections is still the leading cause of deaths in Somalia, followed by diarrhoeal diseases, measles, malnutrition, tuberculosis, meningitis and maternal conditions.

What diseases are in Somalia?

Disease surveillance and control: The common causes of morbidity and mor- tality are: 1) diarrhoeal diseases, includ- ing cholera; 2) Tuberculosis; 3) malaria, which affects mainly pregnant women and children under five; and 4) measles. There have been no confirmed polio cases in Somalia since 2002.

What religion practices Somalis?

The U.S. government estimates the total population at 11.5 million (midyear 2019 estimate). Other sources, including the World Bank, estimate the population to be at least 14.7 million. According to the federal Ministry of Religious Affairs, more than 99 percent of the population is Sunni Muslim.