Which statement about Kibera is true?

• A. It is a high-income district in Nairobi
• B. It is located far beyond 50 kilometers from the city center
• C. It has no unemployment
• D. It is the largest slum in Africa with an estimated population of 700,000 people

Answer: (D)

Kibera is an informal settlement near Nairobi, not a high‑income district, and it sits very close to the city center—well within a few kilometers, so the idea that it’s located far beyond 50 kilometers is not correct. It also does not have no unemployment; in fact, unemployment and underemployment are common there, with many residents working in informal activities.

The statement that is true describes Kibera as the largest slum in Africa with an estimated population around 700,000. This framing captures both the scale and the living conditions typical of Kibera: extremely high population density, limited access to formal services like clean water and sanitation, and a vast informal economy. While population estimates vary and sources differ on exact numbers, Kibera is widely reported as Africa’s largest slum by population, which is why this statement is regarded as true.