While cremation is not widely practiced in Kenya, a few cremation centers exist, mainly Hindu crematoriums that also welcome non-Hindu clients. Here’s a list of known cremation centres in the country:
1. Kariokor Crematorium
- Location: Nairobi, between Kariokor and Gikomba Market
- Charges: Kshs 10,000 for Hindus, Kshs 22,500 – 30,000 for non-Hindus
2. Lang’ata Crematorium
- Location: Lang’ata Cemetery, Nairobi
- Charges: Kshs 12,000 for children, Kshs 16,800 for adults
3. Kisumu Hindu Crematorium
- Location: Next to Ismailia Cemetery, along Kisumu-Busia Road, Kisumu
- Note: Open to non-Hindus
4. Hindu Crematorium Eldoret
- Location: West Indies area, Eldoret
- Note: The only cremation centre in Eldoret
5. Hindu Crematorium Thika
- Location: Near Thika War Cemetery, Thika town
6. Nakuru Hindu Crematorium
- Location: Adjacent to Nakuru South Cemetery, Nakuru
7. Hindu Crematorium Nyeri
- Location: Near Chania River, Nyeri
- Note: The only cremation centre in Nyeri
Cremation Cost in Kenya
The cost for cremation in Kenya generally ranges from Kshs 10,000 to Kshs 30,000 depending on the crematorium and whether the person is a Hindu member or non-Hindu.
