Country profile
Western Kenya lies on the East African Rift.
Last 30 days
0
M1.0+ events
Last 24h
0
Seismic risk
Moderate
Major cities
1
Yes — occasionally
Kenya has moderate but real earthquake activity. Western Kenya lies on the East African Rift.
Seismic zones: East African Rift. Historical events →
Moderate
seismic risk
No earthquakes M2.5+ recorded in the last 30 days.
FAQ
Kenya has moderate but real earthquake activity. Western Kenya lies on the East African Rift. On QuakeGlobe it is rated moderate seismic risk.
Kenya's seismicity is driven by its position along East African Rift. Western Kenya lies on the East African Rift.
Kenya is rated moderate seismic risk on QuakeGlobe, reflecting its tectonic setting (East African Rift).