Fun facts about Nairobi
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The name Nairobi comes from the Maasai expression meaning 'cool waters'.
Nairobi
Kenya
Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya, located in the south-central part of the country. As of 2024, it has a population of 4.8 million and a metropolitan population of 5.7 million, making it the 8th most populous city in Africa.
From the “History” section
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Nairobi is situated between the cities of Kampala and Mombasa.
Nairobi
Kenya
Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya, located in the south-central part of the country. As of 2024, it has a population of 4.8 million and a metropolitan population of 5.7 million, making it the 8th most populous city in Africa.
From the “Geography” section
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Uhuru Park, the most famous park in Nairobi, was saved from being built over by a campaign led by Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai.
Nairobi
Kenya
Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya, located in the south-central part of the country. As of 2024, it has a population of 4.8 million and a metropolitan population of 5.7 million, making it the 8th most populous city in Africa.
From the “Parks and gardens” section
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Nairobi is home to the Nairobi Securities Exchange, one of Africa's largest stock exchanges.
Nairobi
Kenya
Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya, located in the south-central part of the country. As of 2024, it has a population of 4.8 million and a metropolitan population of 5.7 million, making it the 8th most populous city in Africa.
From the “Economy” section
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As of 2024, Nairobi has an estimated population of 4.8 million, making it the largest city in Kenya.
Nairobi
Kenya
Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya, located in the south-central part of the country. As of 2024, it has a population of 4.8 million and a metropolitan population of 5.7 million, making it the 8th most populous city in Africa.
From the “Demographics” section
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