Located in the heart of Nairobi, Kibera is one of the largest informal settlements in Africa. In an area spanning just 2.5 square kilometers, approximately 250,000 people live in high density.
The settlement faces significant challenges, including a lack of basic infrastructure like clean water and electricity, unresolved waste management issues, and deteriorating health and sanitation conditions. While the living environments in the narrow, row-house rooms are difficult, the streets teem with energy and activity during the day.
Inside Kibera, a self-sustaining community has taken root. You will find:
- Essential Services: Medical clinics, day-care centers for working mothers, kindergartens, and primary schools.
- The “Kitchen of Kibera”: Vibrant vegetable markets located near the entrance.
- Commerce & Craft: Bustling secondhand clothing markets selling items from around the world, and skilled woodworkers crafting furniture like beds and sofas.
For many residents, daily life is entirely self-contained within the settlement.
At Only One Africa, we can arrange guided tours that offer a respectful glimpse into the daily lives of the people living in Kibera. Please contact us for further details.
