Mathare North is a ward within Nairobi County’s Ruaraka Constituency with a postal code of 00611. Geographically, Mathare North is situated in northeastern Nairobi, adjacent to neighbourhoods like Korogocho and Lucky Summer, and is characterised by informal settlements and rapid urbanisation. Matharae North was established in 2013 under the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) with oversight from the Ruaraka Sub-County office.
Mathare North at a Glance
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Administrative Type | Ward |
| Year Established | 2013 (as per IEBC boundaries) |
| Parent County | Nairobi |
| Parent Sub-County | Ruaraka |
| Parent Constituency | Ruaraka |
| Geographic Location | Northeastern Nairobi |
| Total Area (sq km) | – |
| Population (latest census) | – |
| Number of Subdivisions | – |
| Administrative Headquarters | Ruaraka Sub-County Office |
Administrative Structure
Mathare North operates as a ward within Nairobi County’s two-tier governance system, represented by a Member of the County Assembly (MCA) responsible for local development and oversight. It reports administratively to the Ruaraka Sub-County office, which coordinates county services such as health, sanitation, and infrastructure. The ward’s boundaries align with IEBC’s 2013 delimitation, which prioritised population density and equitable resource allocation.
Complete Mathare North Postal Codes
Postal codes for all regions in Mathare North are as follows:
| Area/Location Name | Postal Code | Facility Type | Operating Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruaraka Constituency | 00618 | Post Office | – |
| Mathare North | 00611 | – | – |