Mombasa is the second-largest city in Kenya after the capital, Nairobi, with a population of over 1.5 million people. It’s the biggest business hub in East and Central Africa due to the fact that it has one of the biggest sea ports in Africa. Due to its strategic location on the Indian Ocean, it was made a major trading centre by the Oman Arabs and the Portuguese before it was, On 25 May 1887, relinquished to the British East Africa Association
Cultural, Mombasa is a cosmopolitan city, with the Mijikenda and Swahili people predominant. Major language spoken in the city is Swahili, Arabic and English. Around 80 percent of the Kenyan population are Christians, however due to the strong Arabic influence experienced during the Oman Arabs rule.In this regard,Mombasa island has a large number of populations who practice Islam.
The city is also a major tourist destination, renowned for its silky white sandy, warm turquoise waters of its Beaches. This magnificent city is home to the award-winning Diani beach, voted as the best beach in Africa, thus making it one of the ultimate beach holiday destinations in the world. Various water sports, a marine national park, and a vibrant range of hotels, beach bars, and restaurants make Mombasa a holiday paradise on its own