From POSH To GHETTOs; What Went Wrong In These Old Elite Neighborhoods Of Nairobi's EASTLANDs?

From POSH To GHETTOs; What Went Wrong In These Old Elite Neighborhoods Of Nairobi's EASTLANDs?

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Once considered some of the most elite and well-planned neighborhoods in Nairobi, areas like Mbotela in Eastlands tell a powerful story of urban transformation. In this episode of Village to Town TV, I take you on a real-time drive through Mbotela Estate, located in Nairobi’s Eastlands suburbs, as we uncover how history, policy, population pressure, and neglect reshaped these once-posh estates.

As we cruise through the streets, you’ll learn fascinating background information and real data about Mbotela—from its colonial-era planning and early middle-class status to its gradual decline into congestion, informal settlements, and overstretched infrastructure. This is not just a drive; it’s a deep dive into Nairobi’s urban history, housing challenges, and the harsh realities facing many old estates today.

This video is part of our mission at Village to Town TV: documenting real Kenyan neighborhoods, showing both their past glory and present-day struggles—without filters.

👉 Watch till the end to understand:

Why Eastlands estates were once Nairobi’s most desirable places to live

What went wrong in Mbotela and similar neighborhoods

How poor planning, corruption, and population growth changed everything

What this means for the future of Nairobi’s housing

If you enjoy urban exploration, Nairobi history, real estate discussions, and raw street-level driving tours, this video is for you.

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