Madaraka

at a glance

Madaraka is Swahili for self governance while “estate” refers to a housing development. Called Madaa by the city’s youth, 46 blocks of residences comprising 192 two bed roomed flats and 408 three bedroom flats, were opened for occupancy on 1 June 1973. Location makes it popular with property developers, private businesses and people attracted to the quite and low crime atmosphere of residential neighborhoods on west side of the city. Easily accessible to and from the airports, recreational spots, major educational institutions, hospitals, wildlife parks, museums, commercial and industrial areas.