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Is Nairobi becoming a five-star city?

An aerial view of Nairobi City. [Courtesy]

We love visiting five-star hotels. They epitomise the best in service provision. Their food is diverse, their ambience too and their accommodation top notch. Rarely do they play loud music common in 'joints'.

It's a mystery why we play loud music in places meant for relaxation, or in matatus. It's probably to alter our moods to consume more. I always notice music decibels go up as we get deeper into the night. The louder the music, the higher the chances the place is frequented by men and women struggling economically. You have to entice or con them into spending.

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