Kiunga Postal Codes: 80500 | Lamu East, Lamu

Key Facts

Kiunga is a small coastal town and administrative ward located in Lamu East Sub-County within Lamu County, Kenya. Situated in the northeastern part of the country along the Indian Ocean coastline, Kiunga marks Kenya's northernmost coastal settlement, positioned approximately 150 kilometers northeast of Lamu town near the border with Somalia. This remote settlement serves as the administrative center for the Kiunga Ward and lies within the Kiunga Marine National Reserve, a protected area known for its pristine coral reefs and diverse marine life. With an estimated population of around 3,000-4,000 residents, primarily from the Bajuni community, Kiunga covers an area of approximately 150 square kilometers, encompassing both terrestrial and marine environments. The ward is divided into several smaller settlements and villages, including Kiunga itself, Kiwayu, and surrounding fishing communities. As the northern gateway to Kenya's coastal region, Kiunga provides essential administrative services and serves as a hub for accessing postal code information and government services for residents throughout the ward and surrounding marine reserve area.

Neighboring Regions

• Bajuni
• Faza
• Kizingitini
• Mkokoni