Magongo Mainland – What you Need to Know About Mombasa’s Magongo Mainland at a Glance

Where is Magongo mainland?

It is in the western side of Mombasa, Changamwe constituency. It is the area adjacent to the defunct KPRL (refinery) in Changamwe. The areas surrounding it include Nuru, Wayani and Sisi kwa Sisi. The very spot where you find a junction between the road to Magongo Mwisho and the Old Mombasa-Nairobi highway is the one known as Mainland (though the last time I checked, the junction was being replaced with a Magongo Mainland flyover).

What are some of the landmarks in Magongo Mainland Mombasa?

There is the refinery on one side. Further up is Narok Bar and Restaurant, Magongo Night club and Limuru Annex club, Kilindini KNUT branch offices… to mention but just a few.

Which Matatu Saccos serve Magongo Mainland Mombasa?

The ones I know of include MOM Sacco (Matatu Owners Mombasa) Sacco and 3M Port Sacco. By the way, it is worth mentioning that not all Magongo-bound matatus pass by mainland. There are two Magongo routes: Magongo Kwa Hola and Magongo Mainland. Therefore, if you are going to Magongo Mainland, you better be sure that you take a Magongo Mainland (as opposed to a Magongo Kwa Hola) Matatu. You can catch Magongo matatus at Likoni Ferry, KFA/Mwembe Tayari, Majengo, Saba Saba or Changamwe Round About.

How much does it cost from Mombasa CBD to Magongo Mainland?

On a matatu? It depends on when you are traveling. During the peak hours/rush hours, the fare can be as high as 70 shillings. During the off-peak hours, the fare can fall to as low as 50 shillings or even 40.

What does house rent cost in Magongo Mainland?

It depends on the standard of house you are looking for. A single room can cost as little as 3,000 and as much as 5,000 depending on its classiness and depending on its location. For a 1-bedroomed house, you should be looking at anything between 7,500 and 15,000, again depending on its classiness and exact location. For a bedsitter, the figures would be between 5,000 and 10,000.

Is Magongo Mainland safe?

For the most part, yes. Magongo mainland is one of the few places in Mombasa that I personally feel safe in anytime of the day or night. The clubs around the area (including Magongo night club, Limuru Annex and Narok Bar and restaurant) create a solid 24-hour economy that comes with quite a bit of security. The area also seems to be well patrolled by Changamwe Police.