Masonic Lodges
Prince Hall Freemasonry in East Africa
Most Worshipful Prince Hall African Grand Lodge
Prince Hall Freemasonry in Kenya represents a growing network of lodges dedicated to the principles
of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth. Each lodge under our Grand Lodge jurisdiction maintains the
same ancient landmarks and traditions while serving their local communities. Our lodges welcome
visiting Brethren from around the world and offer opportunities for Masonic fellowship, education,
and service throughout East Africa.
African Lodge No. 459 F.&A.M.
The Mother Lodge of Prince Hall Freemasonry in Kenya
Regular Communications
1st & 3rd Wednesdays
7:30 PM
Stated Communication
7:30 PM
Stated Communication
Lodge Location
Prince Hall Masonic Temple
Nyerere Road
Opposite Serena hotel, Nairobi
Kenya
Opposite Serena hotel, Nairobi
Kenya
Chartered
Anno Lucis 6XXX
Most Worshipful
Prince Hall
Most Worshipful
Prince Hall
Lodge Secretary
Brother Lijodi
info@africangrandlodge..org
+254 [XXX] XXX-XXXX
info@africangrandlodge..org
+254 [XXX] XXX-XXXX
African Lodge No. 459
Recognized African Masonic Grand Lodges
Trestleboard Anno Domini 2025
Orient of Nairobi, Kenya • Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge
| Country | Grand Lodge Name | Founded | UGLE | PHA | Additional Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angola | Grande Loja de Angola | 2010 | YES | Portuguese Constitution | |
| Benin | Grande Loge du Bénin et l'Afrique de l'Ouest / UGLM | 2005 | YES | ACOMAAF | |
| Botswana | Grand Lodge of Botswana | 1997 | YES | YES | |
| Burkina Faso | Grande Loge du Burkina Faso | 2013 | YES | YES | |
| Cameroon | Grande Loge Nationale du Cameroun | 1999 | YES | ACOMAAF | |
| Cameroon | Grande Loge Unie du Cameroun | 1999 | YES | CLIPSAS | |
| Cote d'Ivoire | Grande Loge Nationale de Côte d'Ivoire / Grand Architects | 1980 | YES | ||
| Cote d'Ivoire | Grande Loge de Côte d'Ivoire / African Lodge | 1999 | YES | ACOMAAF | |
| DR Congo | Grand Lodge of the Congo | 2006 | |||
| Djibouti | Grande Loge de Djibouti | 2008 | YES | ACOMAAF | |
| Egypt | Grand Lodge of Egypt | 1845 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
| Ethiopia | Imperial Grand Lodge of Ethiopia | 1972 | YES | ACOMAAF | |
| Gabon | Grande Loge Unie Equatoriale du Gabon | 1981 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
| Ghana | Grand Lodge of Ghana | 1957 | YES | YES | |
| Ghana | Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Ghana | 2006 | YES | Dual-recog mixed; ACOMAAF | |
| Guinea-Bissau | Grande Loge de Guinée-Bissau | 2008 | YES | ACOMAAF | |
| Kenya | Grand Lodge of Kenya | 1961 | YES | YES | |
| Lesotho | Grand Lodge of Lesotho | 1980 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
| Liberia | Most Worshipful Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. Liberia | 1867 | YES | Dual-recog mixed; ACOMAAF | |
| Libya | Grand Lodge of Libya | 2007 | YES | CLIPSAS | |
| Madagascar | Grande Loge Nationale Malgache | 1961 | YES | YES | |
| Mali | Grande Loge du Mali | 1999 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
| Morocco | Grand Lodge of Morocco | 1999 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
| Mozambique | Grande Loja Regular de Moçambique | 2008 | YES | YES | |
| Namibia | Grand Lodge of Namibia | 1991 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
| Nigeria | Grand Lodge of Nigeria | 1980 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
| Rwanda | Grande Loge du Rwanda | 2004 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
| Senegal | Grande Loge Régulière du Sénégal, Mali et l'AFOG | 1999 | YES | YES | A.F.&A.M. Recognized |
| Seychelles | Grand Lodge of Seychelles | 2007 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
| South Africa | Grand Lodge of South Africa | 1961 | YES | YES | |
| South Sudan | Grand Lodge of South Sudan / UGLE | 2015 | YES | ACOMAAF | |
| Sudan | Grand Lodge of Sudan | 1955 | YES | YES | CLIPSAS |
| Tanzania | Grand Lodge of Tanzania | 2004 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
| Togo | Grande Loge Régulière du Togo / UGLE | 2008 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
| Tunisia | Grande Loge de Tunisie | 1990 | YES | YES | CLIPSAS |
| Uganda | Grand Lodge of Uganda | 2007 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
| Zambia | Grand Lodge of Zambia | 1965 | YES | YES | |
| Zimbabwe | Grand Lodge of Zimbabwe | 1980 | YES | YES | ACOMAAF |
Visiting Brethren Welcome
All regularly chartered lodges under the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Kenya welcome visiting Master Masons in good standing from recognized Grand Lodges worldwide. We maintain fraternal relations with Prince Hall Grand Lodges throughout Africa, America, and other jurisdictions.
Required Documents
Current dues card from recognized Grand Lodge
Photo identification
Letter of introduction (recommended)
Photo identification
Letter of introduction (recommended)
Advance Notice
Contact lodge secretary 24-48 hours before meeting
Confirm meeting schedule
Arrange for examination if needed
Confirm meeting schedule
Arrange for examination if needed
Dress Code
Dark business suit or better
White shirt and conservative tie
Dark shoes and socks
Lodge apron (if available)
White shirt and conservative tie
Dark shoes and socks
Lodge apron (if available)
Meeting Etiquette
Arrive 30 minutes early
Bring greetings from your lodge
Participate in fellowship
Respect local customs
Bring greetings from your lodge
Participate in fellowship
Respect local customs
Historical Connection
The lodge numbers in our jurisdiction honor the heritage of Prince Hall Freemasonry. African Lodge No. 459 carries the same number as the original Prince Hall Lodge in Boston, creating an unbroken chain of Masonic Light from America to Africa. Each lodge in our jurisdiction contributes to this living tradition while serving their local communities with distinction and honor.