What year was I born if I am 13? #
You were born in 2013 • Gen Alpha ('Uhuru Babies')
* If you haven't celebrated your birthday yet, you were probably born in 2012.
Personal Life History: Born in 2013 #
The Kenyan Story: Uhuru elected despite ICC charges hanging over him; 47 county governments opened for business simultaneously
Global Scene: Significant global advancements
Kenya was led by Mwai Kibaki / Uhuru Kenyatta at the time.
Cultural & Economic Context #
Where Were You in School? #
Relive the moments that stopped the nation while you were in class:
Turning 18: Entering adulthood and eligible for a National ID.
Turning 35: Eligible to run for the Presidency of Kenya.
Turning 60: The statutory retirement age for civil servants in Kenya.
Your cohort follows the CBC curriculum — the KCPE was discontinued after 2023. You will probably sit a Grade 6 Assessment instead.
You will probably sit for the KCSE (Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education) around 2031.
Global Milestones in 2013 #
- Jan 1: At least 60 people are killed and 200 injured in a stampede after celebrations at Félix Houphouët-Boigny Stadium in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
- Jan 4: A gunman kills eight people in a house-to-house rampage in Kawit, Cavite, Philippines.
- Jan 10: More than 100 people are killed and 270 injured in several bomb blasts in the Quetta area of Pakistan.
- Jan 11: One French soldier and 17 militants are killed in a failed attempt to free a French hostage in Bulo Marer, Somalia.
Your Democratic Footprint #
First Eligible Election: Coming soon — you haven't hit 18 yet.
Historical milestone status: Upcoming Voter
Explore Other Ages #
Curious about a friend or sibling? See the birth year for people of a nearby age:
Frequently Asked Questions #
When was I born if I am 13 years old? #
If you are 13 years old today, you were born in 2013.
How old am I if I was born in 2013? #
If you were born in 2013, you are 13 years old in 2026.
What generation is a 13-year-old? #
A 13-year-old belongs to the Gen Alpha ('Uhuru Babies') generation (2013-2025).
Who was the President of Kenya when I was born? #
In 2013, Kenya was under the leadership of President Mwai Kibaki / Uhuru Kenyatta.
