Kibra is a sub-county in Nairobi City County located 5 kilometers southwest of Nairobi’s central business district. It was established as a formal administrative sub-county in 2010 under Kenya’s devolved governance system. Kibra’s main postal code for its headquarters is 00100, aligning with Nairobi’s General Post Office. The sub-county’s postal codes fall within the 00100–00625 range, covering residential, commercial, and institutional areas.
Kibra at a Glance
| Year Established | Parent County | Geographic Location | Total Area (sq km) | Population (Latest Census) | Number of Wards | Number of Constituencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Nairobi City | Southwest Nairobi | 12.1 | 185,777 (2019) | 5 | 1 |
Administrative Structure
Kibra operates under Nairobi City County’s devolved governance framework, led by a Sub-County Administrator appointed by the County Governor. The sub-county collaborates with the county government on infrastructure, healthcare, and education, while local administrative offices handle day-to-day services.
Kibra Constituency has five wards as follows:
| Administrative Unit Type | Name of Unit |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Kibra Constituency |
| Wards | Laini Saba |
| Makina | |
| Woodley/Kenyatta Golf | |
| Sarang’ombe | |
| Lindi |
Complete Kibra Postal Code List
Below are verified codes for Kibra’s wards and areas :
| Ward/Town/Area Name | Specific Postal Code | Facility Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laini Saba | 00506 | Residential/Commercial |
| Makina | 00507 | Residential |
| Woodley/Kenyatta Golf | 00603 | Institutional (Golf Club) |
| Sarang’ombe | 00516 | Commercial |
| Lindi | 00505 | Residential |
| Kibera Drive | 00100 | Post Office (Headquarters) |
| Gatwikira | – | Residential |
| Olympic Estate | 00509 | Residential |