FACTORS INFLUENCING THE GROWTH OF NAIROBI CITY IN KENYA
Nairobi is the largest urban centre in East Africa and the capital city of Kenya. The name Nairobi is derived from a Maasai name, enkare Nairobi, meaning something very cold I reference to the cool waters of Nairobi River. The town was started by railway engineers and became the administrative HQs of the East African Protectorate in 1907. It became a municipality in 1020 and a City in 1962. Today, it is the HQs of all National government ministries and a seat for many international organizations Factors influencing the growth of Nairobi. Existence of many industries. Nairobi is the leading industrial city in Eastern African Region. The location of industries like motor vehicle assembling, milk processing, flour milling etc in Nairobi attracts influx of people leading to the growth of Nairobi. Existence of internationally recognised facilities. Hotels like Norfolk, intercontinental, Serena; the KICC, international organisations and entertainment centres all existing in Nairobi boo...