Kasarani sub-county · Nairobi
Njiru Ward
Njiru is one of the 5 wards of Kasarani sub-county in Nairobi. It covers about 8 km² and had 135,000 people at the 2019 census. In our records it is peri-urban, mixed housing; rapid development.
From the ward boundaries and records on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-10.
Places in Njiru
- Njiru Town
- Saika
- Kamulu (parts)
- Githunguri
- Njiru Market
- Njiru Riverside
- Outer Ring Road
Zoning in Njiru Ward
What the Development Control Policy 2026 allows depends on the zone. These zones cover Njiru:
| Zone | Share of ward | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Njiru | 82% | 15 | 50% | 750% | 0.05 ha |
| Saika | 8% | 8 | 50% | 400% | 0.05 ha |
| Mowlem Commercial Core | 6% | 15 | 50% | 750% | 0.05 ha |
| Dandora Phase 1-5 | 3% | 10 | 60% | 900% | 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 Njiru
On the map, the City Water Reticulation and Trunk sewer layers show the water mains and trunk sewers near a plot in Njiru. How to apply for a water connection or a sewer connection, Nairobi Water’s regions and the supply days by area.
Registration blocks in Njiru
- Block 179 · Maili Saba
- Block 220 · Utawala
- Block 177 · Saika
- Block 222 · Njiru
- Block 89 · Dandora Sharp Corner/Sauti moja
- Block 135 · Ndirikania
- Block 127 · Komarock Saika
Wards next to Njiru
Ward office
Along Kangundo Road, in Njiru Chiefs' Office Compound
Member of County Assembly in our ward records: Hon. Carrington Gichunji Heho.
Njiru ward maps
Drawn maps of Njiru 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 Njiru Ward
Which sub-county is Njiru Ward in?
Njiru Ward is in Kasarani sub-county, Nairobi City County, alongside Clay City, Kasarani, Mwiki and Ruai wards.
What is the population of Njiru Ward?
135,000 people at the 2019 census, on about 8 km² — around 16,815 people per square kilometre.
What zoning applies in Njiru Ward?
Mostly the Njiru zone (about 82% of the ward), then Saika, Mowlem Commercial Core and Dandora Phase 1-5. 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 Njiru Ward?
Open the Nairobi Maps map at Njiru, zoom in until the parcel outlines appear and tap a parcel — or type its LR, block or FR number into the search box.