However, when you read the papers, you can read about this problem between the lines. Still few people seem to understand the link with conducting business and the burden this constitutes for the economy. As the subject is by far not fully explored and much more information is needed, I encourage you to write to me about your experience with luggage tests and actual theft cases. I am not very interested in impressions or beliefs, only in facts and findings. Also, my knowledge about moral stances on theft between Kenyans is spotty, although there are some indications that theft is widespread and that there is no fundamental difference between stealing from a tourist and stealing from a countryman.
Any further information is welcome.
This article does not deal with robbery. If you are robbed, concentrate on keeping your life and health and do not resist, especially if the robbers are armed. On roads outside settlements, if you happen to see a road block in time, try to turn back and escape. I have been in Kenya probably 20 times in the last 15 years. I tried to find a hotel which wasn't too expensive, yet was a relatively safe place to stay.