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Nairobi Block 16 (Harambee)
Nairobi Block 16, Harambee, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 16/ and the plot number. It covers about 25 ha in Harambee ward and holds about 62 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 16
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 16/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 16/ and the plot. Capital letters, spaces and words like “Nairobi” or “Block” do not matter. The map opens on the parcel, with its size, its zoning and its survey plans. The details behind a parcel are for Gold and Platinum members; the outlines are free to see.
Zoning in Block 16
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buruburu | 80% | 3 | 50% | 150% | 0.01 ha |
| Uhuru Estate | 20% | 16 | 35% | 560% | 0.04 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 16
- Block 51 · Ofafa Jericho and Makongeni
- Block 74 · Buruburu
- Block 75 · Buruburu
- Block 77 · Buruburu
- Block 80 · VET
- Block 213 · Moi Airbase
Survey plans for Block 16
The Registry Index Map sheets for this block show every parcel in it with its number. On the map, tap the block in the Survey Blocks layer: each sheet is listed and can be bought on its own by Gold and Platinum members. A parcel’s own survey plan (FR) is in its details.
The block’s gazetted boundary
The general location of the block is Buruburu. Nairobi Block 16 commences at co-ordinate (2563234mE, 9858902mN), on Rabai road, and boarders Block 51 (Ofafa Jericho and Makongeni) to the West. Thence, it runs Eastwards along Rabai road for a distance of 504.7 meters to co-ordinate (263725mE, 9859008mN), an intersection with Mumias road. It’s also an intersection of Block 74 (Buru Buru) to the North and Block 77 (Buru Buru) to the East. The boundary runs southwards along Mumias road for 255.6 meters to co-ordinate (263787mE, 9858760mN). This is also the intersection with Block 75 (Buru Buru) to the South. Thence, the boundary runs west for a distance of 59.0 meters to co-ordinate (263729mE, 9858758mN). Then runs southwards for a distance of 205.4meters to co-ordinate (263741mE, 9858568mN) and continues South-East direction for a distance of 103.7 meters to co-ordinate (263839mE, 9858535mN). The boundary runs westwards for a distance of 263.7 meters to co-ordinate (263707mE, 9858410mN). This is also the intersection of Block 75 to the south and Block 81 to the west. Thence, the boundary runs in a general North direction for a distance of 290.6 meters to co-ordinate (263471mE, 9858663mN), where it changes direction to Westwards and runs for a distance of 18.1 meters to co-ordinate (263457mE, 9858651mN), the intersection of Block 81 to the South and Block 51 (Ofafa Jericho and Makongeni) to the West. The boundary then runs for a distance of 336 meters in the North-west direction to the point whence it commenced
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 16
What is Nairobi Block 16?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Harambee. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 16/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 16?
About 62 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.015 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 16?
In Harambee ward, Makadara sub-county, covering about 25 ha.
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 16?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 16/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 16/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.