Kenya straddles the East African Rift Valley, an active continental rift zone. Below is a live map and list of recent earthquakes in Kenya, including magnitude, depth and timing. Data is sourced from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and updates automatically.
Latest earthquakes in Kenya
No recent earthquakes in the QuakeMate feed for Kenya right now. Activity can begin at any time - get instant alerts with the QuakeMate app.
Earthquakes in Kenya: frequently asked questions
Are there earthquakes in Kenya?
Yes. Kenya straddles the East African Rift Valley, an active continental rift zone. While there are no significant earthquakes in the QuakeMate feed for Kenya right now, activity can begin at any time.
Is Kenya in an earthquake zone?
Kenya straddles the East African Rift Valley, an active continental rift zone.
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Earthquakes in nearby countries
Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS, EMSC and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.