Nairobi
East Africa, Kenya
Kenya
People from Nairobi are called:
Male/General:
Nairobian
Pronunciation:
/naɪˈroʊbiən/
Etymology & Origin
From Maasai 'Enkare Nairobi', meaning 'cold water', referring to the Nairobi River.
About Nairobi
- Capital and largest city of Kenya, known as the 'Green City in the Sun'.
- Major East African hub for business, finance, and international organizations.
- Home to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) headquarters.
- Gateway to Kenya's famous safari destinations and national parks.
- Important center for technology and innovation, often called 'Silicon Savannah'.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 4,922,000 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Kenya
- Region:
- East Africa