Nairobi City County Integrated Development Plan Summary (2023-2027)

Executive Summary

The Nairobi City County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2023-2027 guides development efforts by integrating national and international frameworks. It prioritizes a resilient economy through competitiveness, infrastructure, education, healthcare, and expanded water and sanitation services to improve residents' quality of life.

Key Priorities

• Enhance economic competitiveness and global integration.
• Increase investment in critical infrastructure.
• Improve access to quality education and skills.
• Strengthen the health system for better access and quality.
• Expand water and sanitation coverage.
• Foster entrepreneurship and create jobs.
• Provide decent and affordable housing.
• Promote environmental conservation.

Sectors

• Economic Development
• Infrastructure
• Education
• Health
• Water and Sanitation
• Housing
• Environment
• Governance

Challenges

• Rapid population growth straining resources.
• Inadequate services in informal settlements.
• Environmental degradation and pollution.
• Strain on social amenities and infrastructure.
• Limited land availability.
• High waste generation.
• Youth unemployment and social issues.
• Inadequate education infrastructure.
• Strain on healthcare services.

Implementation

• Need for strengthened institutional frameworks.
• Challenges in resource mobilization and management.
• Ensuring effective risk management.
• Coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
• Pace of service provision lagging behind population growth.
• Limited capacity for facility expansion in dense areas.
• Securing adequate funding.
• Addressing needs of vulnerable populations.

Notable Facts

• Area: 696.1 Km2
• 2019 Population: 4,397,073
• Projected 2027 Population: 5,049,701
• Average Household Size: 2.9
• Population Density (2019): 6,237 per Km2
• Projected Population Density (2027): 7,163 per Km2
• Persons with Disability (Age 5+): 56,346
• Dependency Ratio (2019): 46.4

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