We are in May and the heavy rains are still poring in most areas in Kenya. Beware that the rain is still heavy, and you should be keen whenever travelling or even the surrounding.
We should always be keen on the garbage disposal as these may cause
waterborne diseases and even cholera. Let us keep o
ur surrounding clean for the
sake of children and even adults.
The long rains that have rendered some roads impassable have caused farmers to huge losses as their farm produce cannot be reached or taken to the market on time.
The most affected are
the rural areas where farmers helplessly see their farm produce getting damaged.
In some areas farming has now become difficult as the rains are non-stop thus hindering people to do anything on their farms.
The long rains in Kenya are experienced from March to May as the short rains are from October to December, this year the long rains have cause more disaster that in the recent years.
The rains hit hard in Mai Mahiu (Northwest of Nairobi) as it displaced and killed so many people while others are missing. The residents say the disaster was caused by water blowing through a clogged tunnel under a railway bridge.
Days
of torrential rains have pound parts of Kenya, killing many people and animals
as well as displacing many people from their homes. The rains began in March
which was assumed as the long rains but have turned into disaster in the past weeks.
Always
be careful and don’t underestimate the floods, some roads have been rendered
impassible making it difficult for the transport sector to conduct its businesses.
When in need of a quiet place to do your studies, research or references please visit any of the below libraries.
1. East African Herbarium Library
It has been in operation since 1982.
Services Offered
The services they offer include
· Reading facilities,
· Lending books and journals
Opening Hours
Mondays to Fridays 0800hrs to 1700hrs
Location
The library is located at the Nairobi National Museum
Board the Matatu at Koja (Old Nation House Bus Terminus), the matatu passes through Ngara
2. McMillan Memorial Library
The library was established in 1931,
Services Offered
The services offered include reading materials, Lending of books
Location
The library is located at the city Centre along Banda Street next to Jamia Mosque.
Opening Hours
Mondays to Fridays 0800hrs to 1800hrs except public holidays
3. Kenya National Library Services – Nairobi
Services Offered
Their services include reading facilities, lending books, internet and bureau services etc.
Location:
The library is located in Community area of Upper Hill opposite NHIF building.
· Community
Matatu No. 7C
Board a City Hoppa at Kencom house along moi Avenue
Opening Hours
Mondays to Fridays 0800hrs to 1830hrs except public holidays
Saturdays 0830hrs to 1700hrs
4. Kenya National Archives
The facility was established in 1956.
Services offered
The services include, reading facilities, lending books, access to public documents and records.
Location
The Kenya National Archives is located at the city Centre along Moi Avenue opposite Hilton Hotel
Opening Hours
Mondays to Fridays 0830hrs to 1630hrs except public holidays
Saturdays 0830hrs to 1300hrs
5. Kenya National Library Services – Buruburu
This is a branch of the main KNLS Library in Community area of Nairobi
Services offered
The services include reading facilities, lending books, internet and bureau services, access to Kenyan Daily Newspaper, etc.
Location
It is located at Buruburu Phase 2 along Mumias South Road.
· Buruburu
Matatu No.58
Board the Matatu along Tom Mboya Street opposite Kenya National Archives
The Matatu passes through Jogoo Road
Opening Hours
Mondays to Fridays 0800hrs to 1630hrs except public holidays
Saturdays 0830hrs to 1700hrs
6. Rahimtulla Trust Library
It was established in 1953
Services Offered.
The services include reading facilities, lending of books and periodicals section
Location
The library is located at the city Centre along Mfangano Street near Central Bus Station
Opening Hours
Mondays to Fridays 0800hrs to 1600hrs except public holidays
When in need of a quiet place to do your studies, research or references please visit any of the below libraries.
It has been in operation since 1982.
The services they offer include
· Reading facilities,
· Lending books and journals
Mondays to
Fridays 0800hrs to 1700hrs
The library is located at the Nairobi National Museum
Board the Matatu at Koja (Old Nation House Bus Terminus), the
matatu passes through Ngara
The library was established in 1931,
The services offered include reading materials, Lending of books
The library is located at the city Centre along Banda Street next
to Jamia Mosque.
Mondays to
Fridays 0800hrs to 1800hrs except public holidays
Their services include reading facilities, lending books, internet
and bureau services etc.
The library is located in Community area of Upper Hill opposite NHIF
building.
Matatu No. 7C
Board a City Hoppa at Kencom house along moi Avenue
Mondays to
Fridays 0800hrs to 1830hrs except public holidays
Saturdays 0830hrs to 1700hrs
The facility was established in 1956.
The services include, reading facilities, lending books, access to
public documents and records.
The Kenya National Archives is located at the city Centre along Moi
Avenue opposite Hilton Hotel
Opening Hours
Mondays to Fridays 0830hrs to 1630hrs except public holidays
Saturdays 0830hrs to 1300hrs
5. Kenya National Library Services – Buruburu
This is a branch of the main KNLS Library in Community area of Nairobi
The services include reading facilities, lending books, internet
and bureau services, access to Kenyan Daily Newspaper, etc.
It is located at Buruburu Phase 2 along Mumias South Road.
·
Buruburu
Matatu No.58
Board the Matatu along Tom Mboya Street opposite Kenya National
Archives
The Matatu passes through Jogoo Road
Mondays to
Fridays 0800hrs to 1630hrs except public holidays
Saturdays 0830hrs to 1700hrs
It was established in 1953
The services include reading facilities, lending of books and
periodicals section
The library is located at the city Centre along Mfangano Street
near Central Bus Station
Mondays to
Fridays 0800hrs to 1600hrs except public holidays
The Super Metro
Buses have brought a new wave into the city of Nairobi, their culture and
quality of service offered has made it among the top service providers in the
transport industry. The Sacco has risen to become among the most preferred
Public Service Vehicles by commuters in Nairobi Metropolitan.
Super Metro Routes
Kikuyu/Westlands
Board the Matatu along Maragua Lane opposite Galitos – Moi Avenue or near Mr Price – Moi Avenue
Syokimau/Mlolongo/Kitengela Route
Board the Matatu along Mfangano
Street off Ronald Ngala Street.
Juja Route
Board the Matatu along Maragua Lane
opposite Galitos – Moi Avenue or near Mr Price – Moi Avenue
Board the Matatu along Maragua Lane
opposite Galitos – Moi Avenue or near Mr Price – Moi Avenue
Board the Matatu along Government
Lane near Mr Price – Moi Avenue
Rongai Route
Board the Matatu along Government Lane near Mr Price – Moi Avenue
Malaa Route
Board the Matatu at Bus Station
Kahawa West
Board the Matatu at Bus Station
