Discuss the functions of Nairobi as a modern urban centre.
Answer:
- It is an administrative centre. It is the capital city of Kenya.
- Commercial / trading centre. Many businesses are located in Nairobi.
- Transport and communication centre. It is interconnected with many means of transport e.g. roads, railway, airports etc.
- Industrial centre. Nairobi has many manufacturing and processing industries.
- Tourist attraction centre. It has a national park, snake
park and museum which attract many local and international tourists.
- It is an education centre since it has many institutions of learning e.g. schools, colleges and universities.
- It is a cultural centre were are several places where people can learn some
aspects of Kenyan culture e.g. Bomas of Kenya, Kenya National Theatre, Archives
etc.
- It is an international centre Regional headquarters of several international
organizations are located in Nairobi.