Nairobi (Africa)
Population: 6,960,722
GDP: 3,458 USD
Functional Urban Area: 859 km2
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Context

Nairobi, Kenya's capital, functions as both a city and a county, providing it with a unique governance structure under the 2010 Constitution. The Nairobi City County Government manages local services, while the Nairobi Metropolitan Area Transport Authority oversees transportation planning across the metropolitan region, which includes Nairobi and surrounding counties.

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Key findings

In 2025, Nairobi’s urban greenness index stood at 0.5 (on a scale of 0 to 1), the highest among the African cities covered and reflecting a 9% improvement since 1985. This showcases Nairobi’s efforts to integrate greenery into its urban landscape.

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