{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/kenya/kisumu","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T17:45:24.853Z","place":{"city":"Kisumu","country":"Kenya","countryCode":"KE","lat":-0.10221,"lon":34.76171},"safety":{"score":57,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":51,"confidence":0.85,"caps":[],"databaseScore":57,"travellerSentiment":{"score":59,"label":"Mixed to Negative","summary":"Recent reports indicate concerns about security lapses and criminal activity, with victims of protests seeking compensation, suggesting a less than ideal sense of safety for some.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":45,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":62,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":57,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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of caution in Kisumu due to moderate crime risks and potential for civil unrest.","summary":"Kisumu presents a mixed safety profile. While official advisories highlight broader national security concerns, local data suggests a moderate crime index. Travelers should be aware of petty crime and potential disruptions from protests.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While specific robbery incidents targeting visitors are not detailed, the moderate crime index and past reports of violent crime suggest a risk, particularly in less populated or poorly lit areas."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are common risks in crowded public places, markets, and on public transport."},"safeAreas":["Riat Hills"],"avoidAreas":["Kondele"],"scams":["Overcharging by taxi drivers (negotiate fare beforehand or use ride-hailing apps)","Fake security personnel demanding money or identification"],"zones":[{"name":"Central Business District (CBD)","level":"caution","note":"Moderate risk of pickpocketing and petty theft, especially in crowded areas."},{"name":"Lakefront Area","level":"caution","note":"Generally safe during the day, but caution advised after dark due to potential for petty crime."},{"name":"Kondele","level":"avoid","note":"Historically associated with protests and potential for unrest; avoid."},{"name":"Mamboleo","level":"caution","note":"Residential area, generally safe, but be aware of surroundings, especially at night."},{"name":"Pasea","level":"caution","note":"Similar to Mamboleo, exercise standard precautions."},{"name":"Riat Hills","level":"safe","note":"More affluent and generally considered safe, but still exercise normal travel precautions."}]}}