Dr Vincent O'Neill is Ireland's ambassador to Kenya

I came to Nairobi in October 2014.

The first thing I liked about Nairobi was its centrality, both in the country and the world.

It is easily accessible globally.

During my stay, I discovered that Kenyans are wonderful people.

They have a great sense of humour and don’t hesitate to ask questions.

I have been to other places in the world where people are very shy to question anything or anyone.

It was also a great pleasure to learn that Kenyans are the biggest consumers of Guinness beer outside Ireland.

In exchange, nearly a third of the people who consume Kenyan tea outside Kenya are Irish!

Outside Nairobi, I have gone fishing in South Coast, Diani and the last time I was there, I caught a 12.5 kilo fish. I hope to go back and catch even a bigger one.

I liked the fact that if I fall sick, there are hospitals that I can trust.

However,  traffic in Nairobi is a mess! Looks like you borrow a leaf from world cities, including Dublin.

Back at home, I cycle to work, but unfortunately you can’t do that in Nairobi.

Security is also an issue, though it is a global problem.

-As told to Silas Nyanchwani.