Quick Answer:
- Postal Code(s): 00504
- Sub-County: Kibra
- Location: South-Western Nairobi
- Area: 0.7 km²
- Population (2019): 25,242
- Ward Type: Dense Urban/Informal Settlement
- Main Areas: Makina Village, Vuma Estate, Kongo, Bosnia, Giagishiri, Kibera Drive, Toi Market
Makina is a densely populated urban ward in Kibra Sub-County, Nairobi, primarily using postal code 00504. Located in the heart of the famous Kibera informal settlements, Makina ward covers an estimated area of 0.7 km² and was home to over 25,000 residents as of the 2019 Kenya Census. Makina is bordered by major access roads and features landmarks like Toi Market and Makina Mosque.
Neighboring Wards & Boundaries
| Direction | Neighboring Ward/Area | Sub-County | Postal Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Laini Saba | Kibra | 00504 |
| South | Sarang’ombe | Kibra | 00504 |
| East | Lindi | Kibra | 00504 |
| West | Woodley/Kenyatta G. | Kibra | 00504 |
Postal Codes For Makina (Kibra)
Most addresses and facilities in Makina use postal code 00504, which is assigned to the Kibera Post Office. However, a few institutions and residents may use the central Nairobi General Post Office (00100) P.O. Box code for convenience, especially if their P.O. Box is registered there. If you’re sending mail to Makina, confirm with the recipient or use 00504 as the primary code.
| # | Ward/Area | Location / Facility | Postal Code | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAJOR AREAS & LANDMARKS | ||||
| 1 | Makina Village | Makina Village Residential Area | 00504 | Residential |
| 2 | Vuma Estate | Vuma Residential Area | 00504 | Residential |
| 3 | Kongo | Kongo Neighborhood | 00504 | Residential |
| 4 | Bosnia | Bosnia Neighborhood | 00504 | Residential |
| 5 | Giagishiri | Giagishiri Area | 00504 | Residential |
| 6 | Kibera Drive | Kibera Drive Residential | 00504 | Residential |
| 7 | Kabarnet Road | Kabarnet Close | 00504 | Residential |
| 8 | Sheikh Mahmoud Rd | Sheikh Mahmoud Neighborhood | 00504 | Residential |
| 9 | Toi Market | Toi Market Landmark | 00504 | Landmark |
| MAJOR ROADS & ACCESS | ||||
| 10 | Makina | Joseph Kangethe Road | 00504 | Transport |
| 11 | Makina | Kibera Drive | 00504 | Transport |
| 12 | Makina | Karanja Road | 00504 | Transport |
| 13 | Makina | Kabarnet Close | 00504 | Transport |
| 14 | Makina | Sheikh Mahmoud Road | 00504 | Transport |
| COMMERCIAL & MARKETS | ||||
| 15 | Toi Market | Toi Market Stalls | 00504 | Commercial |
| 16 | Kongo | Kongo Shopping Area | 00504 | Commercial |
| 17 | Karanja Rd | Small Businesses | 00504 | Commercial |
| 18 | Makina Village | Local Kiosks | 00504 | Commercial |
| SCHOOLS & EDUCATION | ||||
| 19 | Kibera Drive | Old Kibera Primary School | 00504 | School |
| 20 | Makina | Makina Self Help Primary School | 00504 | School |
| 21 | Kongo | Raila Education Centre | 00504 | School |
| 22 | Bosnia | ACK Holly Trinity Kibera | 00504 | School |
| 23 | Makina | Kibera Social Grounds | 00504 | School |
| HEALTHCARE FACILITIES | ||||
| 24 | Makina | SHOFCO Makina Clinic | 00504 | Health |
| 25 | Sheikh Mahmoud Rd | MACODEP Clinic | 00504 | Health |
| 26 | Makina | Kibera Health Centre | 00504 | Health |
| RELIGIOUS CENTERS | ||||
| 27 | Makina | Makina Mosque | 00504 | Religious |
| 28 | Kibera Drive | Holy Trinity Church | 00504 | Religious |
| 29 | Kibera | African Divine Church | 00504 | Religious |
| 30 | Kongo | ADC Church | 00504 | Religious |
| COMMUNITY & SOCIAL FACILITIES | ||||
| 31 | Makina | MACODEP Social Centre | 00504 | Community |
| 32 | Vuma | Community Hall | 00504 | Community |
| 33 | Kibera | Kibera Productive Public Space | 00504 | Community |
| POSTAL SERVICES | ||||
| 34 | Kibera/Toi Market | Kibera Post Office | 00504 | Post Office |
| 35 | Nairobi Central | Nairobi GPO | 00100 | Alt. Post |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the postal code for Makina?
Makina mainly uses postal code 00504 for mail and parcels. Some residents may use 00100 for registered P.O. Boxes at Nairobi’s General Post Office.
2. Where is the nearest post office to Makina?
The Kibera Post Office near Toi Market serves Makina, located about a 5-minute walk from the ward’s center. It provides all regular postal services.
3. What is the postal code for Toi Market?
Toi Market, within Makina Ward, uses postal code 00504 for all mail and deliveries.
4. Does Makina have its own post office?
Yes. The Kibera Post Office, located in Makina near Toi Market, provides local services including mail, parcels, and P.O. Boxes.
5. What areas are covered by postal code 00504?
Postal code 00504 covers Makina Village, Vuma Estate, Bosnia, Kongo, Giagishiri, and adjacent sections along Kibera Drive and Toi Market.