Years of competing visions, delayed implementation, and political gridlock have brought the city to a critical juncture where affordable housing remains elusive for millions.
From the Ngong Road circuit to Karura's trails, this week's endurance events showcased Kenya's dominance in running, cycling and triathlon—with standout performances that have set tongues wagging across the sport.
As capital redirects toward tech hubs and logistics corridors, entrepreneurs in traditional zones face a shifting landscape—here's what the numbers mean for your business.
By Nairobi Business Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
Decades of regional instability, economic opportunity, and strategic geography have transformed Kenya's capital into a complex hub where displaced persons, skilled migrants, and diaspora communities navigate overlapping identities and futures.
Shop owners and commuters on First Avenue voice frustration as theft and street crime threaten livelihoods in one of Nairobi's oldest commercial neighbourhoods.
A new generation of curators and artists are breaking the mould in spaces from Parklands to Westlands, proving that Kenya's creative future belongs to those willing to challenge convention.
By Nairobi Culture Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
Police response times in Nairobi exceed 47 minutes in Eastleigh, Kasarani and Kibera. Why ambulance delays are putting residents at risk—and what community leaders say about the crisis.
From Gikomba's bargain basement finds to Westlands' curated boutiques, here's your complete guide to Nairobi's retail landscape and what your shilling will actually buy.
By Nairobi Lifestyle Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
From Mathare's sprawling murals to Westlands' gallery walls, Nairobi's creative districts offer an unfiltered glimpse into Kenya's contemporary visual culture.
By Nairobi Culture Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
Grace Mwangi's sustainable fashion label has transformed scraps into a multi-million shilling operation, proving that innovation and grit can redefine Nairobi's entrepreneurial landscape.
By Nairobi Business Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
From abandoned warehouses in Kibera to prestigious galleries in Westlands, meet the curators, artists, and entrepreneurs who bet on Nairobi's cultural future—and won.
By Nairobi Culture Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
Kenya's capital is pursuing ambitious slum rehabilitation schemes, but comparative analysis reveals gaps in funding and implementation speed versus rival African cities.
Soaring rent and inflation are pushing skilled workers out of prime business districts, reshaping where companies recruit and how they compete for talent.
By Nairobi Business Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
Geopolitical tensions and currency volatility are forcing multinational tenants to recalibrate their Kenyan real estate footprints, creating both peril and opportunity for local developers.
By Nairobi Business Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
From Westlands to Kilimani, a grassroots movement of chefs, entrepreneurs and neighbourhood groups is challenging how the capital eats, drinks and gathers.
By Nairobi Culture Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
