Nairobi’s traffic gridlock a barrier to progress

Nairobi is the national capital with population, depending on the time of day between 3.5 to 4.5 million. It is the national focus point and the seat of the Executive branch of government, Parliament and the Judiciary that serves as headquarters of many corporates. Above all, Nairobi enjoys a special distinction as a host of the fourth United Nations centre besides New York, Geneva and Vienna. It is therefore a global and significant outpost with the largest diplomatic community in Africa.

Despite its international status, with an enviable and attractive climate, our infrastructure, needs greater attention to give it the status it deserves. Besides, it is the East African financial services leader, with plans underway to create Nairobi International Financial Centre (NIFC) along the lines of London, New York, Dubai, Hong Kong. It houses the World Bank and IMF, as the regional headquarters for East and Central Africa.