Kenya Kisumu Mission
The Kenya Kisumu Mission is one of 3 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Kenya, centered on Kisumu. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 2026
- Mission leadersHans and Annie Peterson began serving around July 2026, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in English and Swahili; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Nairobi Kenya Temple, about 168 mi (271 km) from Kisumu.
- WeatherNear Kisumu, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 80°F / 26°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 57°F / 14°C), with roughly 1,910 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are April.
- The Church hereKenya has about 24,547 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
- Office address
- Kisumu, Kisumu County, Kenya
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026
We haven’t verified the mission’s phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Hans and Annie Peterson
Serving since July 2026 · new leaders expected July 2029
Source: Church Newsroom 2026 · as of October 8, 2026
Official Church area websiteAfrica Central Area: official news and contacts →Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: very-wet · about 1910 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Apr.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 77°F / 25°C | 58°F / 14°C | 104 mm |
| Feb | 80°F / 26°C | 59°F / 15°C | 56 mm |
| Mar | 78°F / 26°C | 59°F / 15°C | 148 mm |
| Apr | 75°F / 24°C | 60°F / 15°C | 251 mm |
| May | 73°F / 23°C | 59°F / 15°C | 218 mm |
| Jun | 72°F / 22°C | 58°F / 14°C | 120 mm |
| Jul | 72°F / 22°C | 57°F / 14°C | 111 mm |
| Aug | 73°F / 23°C | 57°F / 14°C | 147 mm |
| Sep | 74°F / 24°C | 58°F / 14°C | 146 mm |
| Oct | 75°F / 24°C | 58°F / 14°C | 174 mm |
| Nov | 75°F / 24°C | 58°F / 15°C | 211 mm |
| Dec | 76°F / 24°C | 58°F / 14°C | 137 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
English, Swahili
English uses the Latin alphabet; spelling is irregular, so listen a lot. Accents vary widely by region (US South, Caribbean, Scottish, Australian, Nigerian, etc.).
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Kampala Uganda Temple — Announced (6 October 2024) · about 153 mi (246 km) from Kisumu
- Nairobi Kenya Temple — Operating (18 May 2025) · about 168 mi (271 km) from Kisumu
The Church in Kenya
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- Swahili
- Church Membership
- 24,547
- Congregations
- 102 (23 Wards, 79 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 2
- Operating Temples
- 1
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- Africa/Nairobi
- Currency
- KES
- Country code
- +254
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 2026
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Greetings matter; ask "Habari?"
- Use your right hand.
Foods: Ugali, Sukuma wiki, Nyama choma, Chapati
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Kenya Kisumu Mission?
The mission leaders are Hans and Annie Peterson, who began serving around July 2026, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2029.
What is the Kenya Kisumu Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Kisumu, Kisumu County, Kenya. Offices move, so confirm the current mailing address in your call packet or with the mission office before sending anything.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Kenya Kisumu Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Kenya Kisumu Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in English and Swahili. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Kenya Kisumu Mission?
Near Kisumu, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 80°F / 26°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 57°F / 14°C), with roughly 1,910 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are April. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Kenya Kisumu Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Nairobi Kenya Temple (about 271 km).
When was the Kenya Kisumu Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 2026.
Other missions in Kenya
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources