Upper Hill, Nairobi City, Kenya

Upper Hill is a competitive commercial district in Nairobi City, Kenya.

Key Multinational Corporations (MNCs) have their regional headquarters in Upper Hill. 

Administratively, the location of Upper Hill is between Kibera and Dagoretti North and Kibera Sub Counties in Nairobi County.

The major road linking Upper Hill to Nairobi CBD is Ngong Road.

Due to its strategic location and competitive advantage, Upper Hill is a modern commercial hub with innovative skyscrapers and a stylish architectural skyline. 

Examples of MNCs with headquarters in Upper Hill are Britam, UAP Old Mutual, Dell EMC Corporation, Victoria Commercial Bank, International Finance Corporation, and Oxford University Press.     

Learning and Professional institutions in Upper Hill include the Kenya Accountant and Secretaries National Examination Board (KASNEB), Upper Hill School, and the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya (ICPSK).

Financial institutions in Upper Hill include Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB), Equity Bank, African Development Bank, PTA Reinsurance, Insurance Regulatory Authority, and Commercial Bank of Africa.

Diplomatic organizations in Upper Hill include the World Health Organization (WHO), the British High Commission, and the Embassy of Japan.

Kenyan government institutions in Upper Hill include the Ministry of Health and the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF).

The Upper Hill District Association (UHDA) represents the interests of the residents, investors, and business actors within the Upper Hill residential and commercial environments.   

 

Thika Superhighway, Nairobi - Thika Road, Kenya

 

The Thika Superhighway is also known as the Thika Road or the Nairobi - Thika Superhighway. 

The 8-lane highway, and 12-lane in some sections, is about 50km.  

It connects Nairobi city to Thika town and thus links Nairobi and Kiambu counties.

The Thika superhighway is a segment of the A2 Highway that links the Tanzania and Ethiopia border points of Namanga and Moyale in Kenya. 

Also, the A2 Highway is a component of the Great North Road or the Pan African Highway, which links Cape Town in South Africa to Cairo in Egypt. 

Construction of the Highway was between January 2009 and November 2012, and the launch was by President Mwai Kibaki. 

The project cost was Ksh. 32 billion.

Residential areas along the superhighway include Ngara, Pangani, Muthaiga, Ruaraka, Kasarani, Roysambu, Githurai, Kahawa Wendani, Kahawa Sukari, Ruiru, Juja, and Thika. 

The road travel duration from Nairobi CBD to Thika is about 40 minutes.

Economic activities in Kiambu and Nairobi counties increased significantly after the construction of the Thika Superhighway due to effective and efficient travel, service delivery, and transportation of products. 

Banana Town, in Kiambu County Kenya

 

The geographical location of Banana town is in the Banana Hill area of Kiambaa Constituency, Kiambu County, Kenya. 

Distance of Banana town from Nairobi CBD, through the Limuru Road, is about 20km.

Banana town is economically vibrant due to the presence of diverse small scale and medium-size businesses.  

Examples of the businesses in the town include microfinance institutions, hardware, garages, clubs, restaurants,  mobile money agents, taxis, and  banks.

The town is surrounded by small, medium, and large-scale farming interests, especially in the sectors of fruits, flowers, dairy, vegetables, tea, and coffee.

Real estate sector in the town is competitive as their are modern apartments that accommodate the business and working residents in the town and surrounding urban environments of Kiambu town, Ruaka town, and Nairobi .

British colonial soldiers has an impact in naming Banana town due to the presence of green scenery provided by banana plantations. 

The town is diverse as it has residents from different Kenyan communities, refugees, and foreign nationals. 

Accessibility of the town is easy due to good road network and affordable public transportation services. 

As part of the Nairobi metropolitan area, Banana town is in a good position to expand and address the competitive needs of the modern, diverse, and increasingly youthful population. 

 

Karatina Town, in Nyeri County, Kenya

 

The location of Karatina town is in Nyeri County, Kenya.

It is along the Nairobi - Nyeri Highway, approximately 25km from Nyeri Town. 

It is a historical area in the central Kenya region as it hosted a famous open-air market, for barter trade, in the pre-colonial era. 

The name of the town, 'Karatina,' was derived from the trading venue, which was under a 'muratina' tree. 

During the Second World War, the first factory was established in the town to provide dried vegetables and fruits.

Currently, the town provides a mix of urban and rural experiences. 

Modern lifestyle is enhanced by the presence of major retail outlets in the town; for example, Maguna Supermarket and Maathai Supermarket. 

Rural  nature of the town is shown by numerous small and mid-sized agricultural activities including tea, coffee, dairy, and tree farming.

Main institution of higher learning in the town is the Laikipia University, which attracts diverse undergraduate and graduate students.

Karatina town has attractive agricultural and economic potential due to resumption of railway services and completion of the modern Kenol-Marua dual carriageway.  

 

Rosslyn Riviera Mall, Nairobi Kenya

 

Rosslyn Riviera Mall is a modern shopping complex in Nairobi, Kenya.

The location is between the Rosslyn and Runda Estates of Nairobi and accessible to the nearby residential areas of Muthaiga, Gigiri, and Ruaka. 

The main access road to the mall is Limuru Road. 

Business in the mall is mixed-use in the diverse and competitive areas of banking, fashion, entertainment, recreation, restaurants, grocery, health, wellness, and retail.

Major brands operating in the business environment include ABSA Bank, Chandarana Food Plus, Field Fresh Vegetables, JAVA House, NCBA Bank, NYUMBA Cinema, Sawa Sawa Online Shopper, Wing Hong Restaurant, and Spa Royal.

It boasts the first eco-friendly mall in Kenya. 

Unique amenities at the mall are free parking in the 395 slots, accessible ATM points, baby changing rooms, and modern security. 

The mall opens for customers at 8.00 AM and closes at Midnight daily, Monday to Sunday.

 

Two Rivers Mall, Nairobi Kenya

 

Two Rivers Mall is the largest retail and shopping complex in Kenya and East Africa.

Business in the mall began officially on February 14, 2017. 

It is located in Ruaka, Nairobi, and is accessible easily by road via the Northern Bypass and the Limuru Road.

Neighborhoods or residential estates surrounding the mall are Ruaka, Runda, Rosslyn, Gigiri, and Muthaiga. 

The business model applicable in the mall is mixed-use as different partners offer competitive and complementary services to the target clients. 

Business interests in the mall include residential projects, office spaces, retail shops, and the five-star hotel City Lodge.  

Ownership of the mall is by the Two Rivers Lifestyle Limited. The management is by Athena Properties Limited. 

The mall hosts local and global brands. An example of a local bank operating in the mall is the Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB). Major international brands in the mall are Carrefour, LC Waikiki, Nike, and Woolworths. 

The mall is famous for its family-friendly recreation spots, for example, the 60m Ferris Wheel, Flume Ride, and the Drop Tower. 

Parking space at the mall is sufficient, and the security system is modern and top-notch.

 

Roysambu, Nairobi Kenya

 

Roysambu is a middle-class residential and business area in Nairobi, Kenya.

It is accessible along the Thika Superhighway and about 11km from the Nairobi CBD. 

The main shopping or retail outlet in the estate or constituency is the Thika Road Mall, TRM.

Learning institutions in the estate include the United States International University, USIU, and the Pan Africa Christian University.

Roysambu estate is in Roysambu Ward, Roysambu Sub County, and Roysambu Constituency. 

Political representation of the area is by the Member of County Assembly (MCA) Hon. Peter Muriithi Warutere and Member of Parliament (MP) Hon. Ndirangu, Isaac Waihenya. 

National government representation in the area is by the Deputy County Commissioner. 

The estate is cosmopolitan as residents are from different parts of Kenya and countries.

Residents work in public and private organizations in Nairobi and across Kenya. 

A good number of the residents are entrepreneurs managing small and medium business enterprises in Nairobi and across the country.