Makadara and Jogoo Road: a neighbourhood guide

Posted 2026-10-13 06:29:43

Makadara covers Maringo/Hamza, Viwandani, Harambee and Makongeni, with Makadara, Maringo, Hamza, Jericho, Kaloleni and Bahati among its estates. Many of these are some of Nairobi's oldest estates, with a strong sense of history along Jogoo Road.

Sport

Nairobi City Stadium on Jogoo Road is the city's oldest football stadium.

Food and markets

Burma Market is famous for its butcheries and nyama choma joints, with plenty of fresh produce besides.

Learning

Kaloleni Library is a Nairobi City County public library in Kaloleni estate.

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