Ruaraka sub-county · Nairobi
Korogocho Ward
Korogocho is one of the 5 wards of Ruaraka sub-county in Nairobi. It covers about 0.9 km² and had 175,000 people at the 2019 census. In our records it is dense informal settlement within an urban-industrial area.
From the ward boundaries and records on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-10.
Places in Korogocho
- Korogocho informal settlement
- Gitathuru area
- villages near Dandora dumpsite
- Kariobangi/Korogocho interface
Zoning in Korogocho Ward
What the Development Control Policy 2026 allows depends on the zone. These zones cover Korogocho:
| Zone | Share of ward | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Korogocho, Kariadudu and Ngomongo | 91% | 5 | 60% | 300% | 0.05 ha |
| Dandora Phase 1-5 | 3% | 10 | 60% | 900% | 0.05 ha |
| Kariobangi | 3% | 8 | 50% | 400% | 0.05 ha |
| Lucky Summer | 3% | 8 | 50% | 400% | 0.05 ha |
Building or changing the use here?
Applications go to Nairobi City County on NPDMS. How planning approval works in Nairobi, which approval you need, and what to check on the plot first. Many projects also need NEMA’s environmental licence: NEMA licences in Nairobi.
Water and sewer in Korogocho
On the map, the City Water Reticulation and Trunk sewer layers show the water mains and trunk sewers near a plot in Korogocho. How to apply for a water connection or a sewer connection, Nairobi Water’s regions and the supply days by area.
Registration blocks in Korogocho
Wards next to Korogocho
Ward office
Korogocho Community Ground next to Chief's office
Member of County Assembly in our ward records: Hon. Absalom Odhiambo Onyango.
Korogocho ward maps
Drawn maps of Korogocho Ward and its boundary, where we hold them, are listed here with their price and can be downloaded once bought — here or from the ward's panel on the map. If we hold none yet, you can ask us to find one at no charge.
Questions about Korogocho Ward
Which sub-county is Korogocho Ward in?
Korogocho Ward is in Ruaraka sub-county, Nairobi City County, alongside Babadogo, Lucky Summer, Mathare North and Utalii wards.
What is the population of Korogocho Ward?
175,000 people at the 2019 census, on about 0.9 km² — around 196,172 people per square kilometre.
What zoning applies in Korogocho Ward?
Mostly the Korogocho, Kariadudu and Ngomongo zone (about 91% of the ward), then Dandora Phase 1-5, Kariobangi and Lucky Summer. Each zone sets its own floors, ground coverage, plot ratio and smallest plot under the Development Control Policy 2026.
How do I find a parcel in Korogocho Ward?
Open the Nairobi Maps map at Korogocho, zoom in until the parcel outlines appear and tap a parcel — or type its LR, block or FR number into the search box.