Nairobi, often referred to as the 'Financial Hub of East Africa' and home to the renowned 'Silicon Savannah,' is a bustling metropolis that uniquely combines urban sophistication with nature. Serving as the capital and largest city of Kenya, Nairobi stands out for hosting Nairobi National Park, an extraordinary wildlife reserve situated on the city's outskirts.

Its significance as a financial hub is underscored by the presence of major multinational corporations such as General Electric, Google, IBM, Microsoft, and World Bank's International Finance Corporation (IFC), contributing to its status as a key player in Africa's economic landscape. Silicon Savannah, a thriving tech ecosystem, has further positioned Nairobi as a technological and innovation hub, attracting startups and tech enthusiasts from around the world.

Much more than a financial center, Nairobi is a dynamic city offering diverse attractions. Visitors can explore attractions like the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage, where baby elephants are cared for and rehabilitated. exploring the historical Karen Blixen Museum, or enjoying the unique opportunity to feed giraffes at the Giraffe Centre. Nairobi offers an immersive and multifaceted experience that goes beyond the conventional expectations of a capital city.

Mbagathi Hospital, originally commissioned as South Hill Hospital for Infectious Diseases in 1956 by Sir Frederick Crawford, has evolved into a Level 4 Referral Hospital. It caters to over a million residents in the Nairobi Metropolis and is currently managed by the Nairobi City County Government.

The hospital has a current bed capacity of 320, providing comprehensive healthcare services including general and specialized care, dental, radiology, and maternity. The facility is a crucial referral center playing a pivotal role in shaping the dynamic healthcare landscape of the Nairobi Metropolis.

For healthcare professionals and advocates of community well-being, Mbagathi Hospital provides immersive hands-on experiences for medical students and intensive shadowing opportunities for pre-health students. Participants gain firsthand insights into care delivery challenges in busy hospital settings abroad.

Visiting students during their placement abroad will see healthcare challenges such as religious influences on medical practices, financial limitations affecting patient care, and the occurrence of patients presenting at advanced stages of illness.