who knows where i can get a brief summary o the history of nairobi west...urgent. need it for a research i am doing of the area..

Answered by Martin , Nairobi Hill, Kenya

Nairobi West began as a residential area, in the 60's most of the residents in this area were European and Asian, it was one of the suburbs in Nairobi that was considered upmarket, more indigenous Kenyans began to buy property in this area, it still retains its upmarket status, but it has become more of a meeting spot for people of all classes, as pubs, and entertainment venues are most prominent. The council zoning of this residential estate may soon be changed into a fully commercial zone, as more and more offices, pub, and businesses are established. Nairobi West is conveniently close to most of the major attractions that one would want to visit in Nairobi, it is 5 Kilometers from the Nairobi National Park gate, 2 Kilometers from The Carnivore restaurant, in a suburb that it 2 Kilometers from the City Center. If you would want a genuine feel of Nairobi's party scene, as well as a view of the Nairobi National Park, and a visit to Carnivore restaurant, Nairobi West is your staging ground. Please provide specific details about your query?

Answered by Ajit Shah , Westlands, Kenya

Macmillan Library used to have very good reference books and data. Please try there.
Its situated in the City Center.

Answered by Camping Wildlife Lodge safaris , Westlands, Kenya

Please get in touch with me,we can share ideas,am also in that field.My details are here below.

Answered by Njeru Wa Wang'ombe , Spring Valley, Kenya

i would recommend that you visit the national archives where they have all the information on nairobi. then you can also check the old provincial headquarters at nyayo house which is now a museum. this will provide valid information.

Answered by Golden Tours and Travel , Nairobi, Kenya

Hello, I would suggest you check with Kenya National Archive at City Centre.
You are most certainly going to get all that you need.

Answered by Bernard Mwai , Nairobi, Kenya

Kindly visit the Kenya Achives and request for an assistance in regard to history of Nairobi and its suburbs.

Answered by Ole Taiko Lemayian , Ol Kejuado, Kenya

Nairobi Archives has a wealth of dipository history. Its opened to the public from 8a - 5 Pm Mon - Friday. You need to pay a annual fee of Ksh 200.

Answered by Regina Kirimi , Nairobi, Kenya

Hi,
The Kenya National Archives and Documentation Service can get some good books for this. You can also google Wiki answers and you can get a good insight of this. You can also visit http://www.city-data.com for more details.
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Answered by WESTKATESAFARIS , Westlands, Kenya

hi go to the nairobi national archieves and you will be sorted out.
thanks.