Nairobi, Kenya’s capital city, is one of Africa’s most vibrant and influential urban centers. Home to over 4.5 million people, Nairobi is a melting pot of cultures, faiths, and ideas—making it an ideal setting for academic and personal growth.
Nicknamed the “Green City in the Sun,” Nairobi is one of the few cities in the world with a national park right on its doorstep. Nairobi National Park, just 7 km from the city center, offers a surreal blend of wildlife and skyline—where you can see lions, giraffes, and rhinos with high-rise buildings in the background.
The city is also a major diplomatic and humanitarian hub, hosting the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON); the only UN headquarters in the Global South. This makes Nairobi a center for global dialogue on peace, development, and environmental sustainability, aligning closely with Hekima’s values.
Nairobi is a cultural powerhouse, home to world-class museums like the Nairobi National Museum, the Karen Blixen Museum, and the Bomas of Kenya, where traditional music and dance are regularly performed. The city also boasts a thriving arts and music scene, vibrant street food culture, and a strong tradition of storytelling.
The city’s diverse population includes communities from all over Kenya and across the African continent, as well as a significant expatriate population. This diversity is reflected in Nairobi’s languages, cuisine, and houses of worship—making it a rich environment for learning and intercultural exchange.
For students at Hekima University College , Nairobi is more than a backdrop; it’s a living classroom. Whether exploring issues of justice, engaging in peace work, or reflecting on faith in a multicultural setting, Nairobi offers endless opportunities for formation, exploration, and transformation.
