Political and Geographical Features of Kenya
- Location: Eastern Africa, bordering Somalia (NE), Ethiopia (N), South Sudan (NW), Uganda (W), Tanzania (S), and the Indian Ocean (E).
- Political Significance: Nairobi hosts UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme) and UN-HABITAT
- Geographical Features:
- Almost bisected by the Equator.
- Major lakes: Lake Victoria (shared with Uganda & Tanzania), Lake Turkana.
- Rivers: Athi/Galana, Tana, Mara.
- Mountain Ranges: Aberdare, Mau Escarpment.
- Highest Peak: Mount Kenya (second highest in Africa after Kilimanjaro).
Recent Development
- The deployment is part of a long-range training mission in the South West Indian Ocean Region, with earlier visits to Seychelles, Mauritius, La Réunion, and Mozambique.
- The visit involves joint training, Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX), Passage Exercise (PASSEX), professional exchanges, yoga sessions, cultural performances, and community outreach.
- The initiative aligns with the vision of MAHASAGAR – Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions, reflecting India’s commitment to maritime security and regional cooperation.
