Embakasi Central is a sub-county located southeast of Nairobi County. Like many sub-counties in Nairobi, it was formed as part of Kenya’s 2010 devolution reforms. It falls under Nairobi Metropolitan’s jurisdiction and borders Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Embakasi Central’s main postal code for its headquarters is 00501, while the sub-county’s postal codes range from 00501 to 00518
Embakasi Central at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Year Established | 2013 |
| Parent County | Nairobi |
| Geographic Location | Southeastern Nairobi |
| Total Area (sq km) | 14.30 |
| Population (latest census) | ~500,000 |
| Number of Wards | 5 |
| Number of Constituencies | 1 |
Administrative Structure
Embakasi Central Sub-County operates under Nairobi City County’s devolved governance framework. It is managed by a sub-county administrator appointed by the county governor, with oversight from elected Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) representing its five wards.
The Embakasi Sub-County has one Constituency with five wards as follows:
| Administrative Unit Type | Name of Unit |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Embakasi Central |
| Wards | Kayole North |
| Kayole South | |
| Kayole Central | |
| Komarock | |
| Matopeni/Spring Valley |
Complete Embakasi Central Postal Code List
Embakasi Central Postal Codes vary from Region to region within the sub-county as follows:
| Ward/Town/Area Name | Specific Postal Code | Facility Type |
|---|---|---|
| Embakasi Central HQ | 00501 | Main Post Office |
| Kayole North | 00518 | Sub-Post Office |
| Kayole South | 00518 | Postal Agency |
| Kayole Central | 00518 | Postal Agency |
| Komarock | Awaiting Official Assignment | — |
| Matopeni/Spring Valley | Awaiting Official Assignment | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the postal code of Embakasi?
00501
What is the postal code for 00200 in Kenya?
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What is Nairobi’s postal code or zip code?
00100