Pipeline estate is a facade of what Nairobi will be

A little over two weeks ago, the County Government of Nairobi suddenly realized the menace that Pipeline Estate has grown into. Despite the growing 'concrete slum' being prominently mentioned since seven years ago, 2016 was the year, the promised time.

For the many that have never been to Pipeline Estate in Nairobi, the houses are apartments just like any other. Poor infrastructure in the area gave birth to its improvised and jerry-rigged plumbing and electrical wiring.