Noisy churches, noisier bars: How Nairobi found ended up in this din

Economic models of urban planning of old, such as the multiple nuclei theory, concentric zone model and sector model, clearly define zones as should be in cities. [David Njaaga, Standard]

Late last year, Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja announced in a circular the revocation of licenses for nightclubs and wines and spirits outlets operating in residential areas.

“No nightclub licenses will be issued or renewed for premises operating within residential areas. Those already issued are hereby cancelled and establishments may continue operating as bars and restaurants only,” Mr Sakaja said.