The club owner betting against city nightlife

Author: Sinda MatikoPublished on: June 17, 2026Country: Kenya

Business & Economy

Alex Ndung'u closed his popular club Kentwood Address Runda in Nairobi while it was still profitable. He explains that the nightlife sector is becoming too expensive with celebrity DJs and influencers. He is now pivoting to fitness and wellness, which he considers a faster-growing industry.

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