Kindly keep to the main parts of Nairobi, never walk around at night not even for very short distances, rather use taxis. Be particularly aware of people hanging around outside the hotels, beware of people coming up to you in the streets with hard luck tales and do not carry large sums of money when shopping. Do not wear expensive jewelry, watches, etc. The Kenyan currency unit is the Shilling, divided into 100 cents. Currency Exchange Foreign money can easily be converted into Kenyan Shillings at Banks and also through such authorized dealers.
Hotels also offer exchange facilities, but at a slightly unfavourable rate.
There are two Banks in the UN Headquarters Complex and both provide foreign exchange facilities. Banks routinely asks for identification, mostly Passports when changing foreign currency into Kenya Shillings. Most hotels, restaurants, shops, and car rental companies accept international Credit Cards such as American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, etc. There are several catering facilities available to participants at the UN Headquarters Complex. There is also a Coffee Lounge for snacks and drinks.