Kakuma Postal Codes: 30500 to 30501 | Turkana West, Turkana

Key Facts

Kakuma is a town located in Turkana West sub-county within Turkana County in northwestern Kenya. Situated in the arid northern region of the country, Kakuma lies approximately 120 kilometers from Lodwar, the county capital, and sits near Kenya's border with South Sudan. The town is most widely known for hosting Kakuma Refugee Camp, one of the largest refugee settlements in Africa, which was established in 1992 primarily to accommodate Sudanese refugees fleeing civil war. With an estimated population exceeding 200,000 people including both refugees and local residents, Kakuma has transformed from a small trading center into a significant humanitarian hub. The town's economy revolves around humanitarian operations, small-scale trade, and limited agricultural activities supported by the Turkwel River. Kakuma experiences a hot desert climate with sparse vegetation and faces challenges related to water scarcity and food security. The area is divided into several administrative wards and hosts numerous international organizations providing essential services to the refugee population and local community. For those seeking detailed location information, postal code data is available for Kakuma's various administrative subdivisions and surrounding areas.

Neighboring Regions

• Lokichoggio
• Lokitaung
• Kalobeyei
• Nanaam