Why Kenya’s super-rich are turning away from second citizenship

Nairobi is currently home to just over 4,000 HNWIs and 10 centi-millionaires as of June 2026, making it the sixth-wealthiest city in Africa, according to New World Wealth.

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For years, a second passport was seen as part of the ultimate wealth package: another layer of security, easier access to international markets and a way of giving families more options abroad. But among Kenya’s wealthiest individuals, that appetite appears to be cooling.

The latest Wealth Report by luxury property consultancy Knight Frank shows that fewer wealthy Kenyans are actively looking to acquire a second citizenship, with many choosing instead to keep their primary residence, businesses and investments at home.

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