I'll be sharing a flat in Westlands, Nairobi with three other women in their twenties. I have my own room and I'll share a bathroom with one of the room mates.
It looks modest, I know, but I decided to budget less money on housing and more for the experiences. Plus it has everything I need and more. It's pretty close to work: I'll walk for 10 min. to get a bus (or a matatu as they're called) and the bustrip should take about 10 min. If the traffic would be horrible, it's a distance I could walk.
Additionally the rent, 270€/month, is perfectly within my budget AND the rent includes all services - security, cleaning and laundry (incl. ironing) SIX times a week! Hiring someone to clean your house and wash your clothes is a local custom for anyone who can afford it
and a great way to fight unemployment. Still, for a Finn it might take some time getting used to.
and a great way to fight unemployment. Still, for a Finn it might take some time getting used to.
I'll sign the contract when I get to Nairobi and see the place, but for now it looks pretty good, so yey for me!
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