SharesThe total lunar eclipse of September 7-8, 2025, a celestial event known as a “blood moon,” will be a spectacular sight for skywatchers across Africa, including Kenya. The entire total lunar eclipse will be fully visible in Nairobi, Kenya, and other parts of East Africa. Here are the local times for the eclipse phases in Nairobi (EAT):Penumbral Eclipse Begins: 6:28 p.m. on Sunday, September 7Partial Eclipse Begins: 7:27 p.m.Total Eclipse Begins: 8:30 p.m. Partial Eclipse Ends: 10:56 p.m.Penumbral Eclipse Ends: 11:55 p.m. Unlike a solar eclipse, a lunar eclipse is safe to view with the naked eye and does not require special equipment.