Work Permit Status in Nairobi March / April 2015

Work permit.  Ha. Good luck on that one. You will spend lots of money and still not get one. Don't bother.

Well, well, that's a start. Thanks Kareh! Hahaa. Tell you what, I just had a brain wave, maybe I need to land another job in a neighbouring country and shuttle every 90 days! Let's see, got my fingers crossed, hopefully someone's gonna come up with a solution.

But having said that, I'd like to know if you know anyone else's story, someone with a similar predicament?

Nowadays it is indeed taking quite long to receive a work permit. However, it is for the employer to arrange one. I would strongly advise against taking up the job before receiving the work permit.

Thanks Tuldha for your valuable advise.
So how long have you been in Nairobi? We should catch up once I'm there in Nairobi, will be a huge help and I can take some notes from you on living in Nairobi.

I was going through another Visa thread in the forum, which said I can increase my stay for 3 more months after the first 3 months. Guess I'll do that and keep my fingers crossed.

Yes you can increase your stay to 6 months, but work is prohibited.  Also, a Special Pass (formerly business visa) is not a work permit.

I would guard against starting work and then hoping the employer obtains a permit for you.  You are taking a risk.  Employers are supposed to commence the application process before you arrive in country, otherwise it is quite likely that your visitors visa will expire before the work permit is issued.