Mvita’s administrative headquarters, situated along Digo Road in Mombasa, is served by the postal code 80100. This area functions dually as a sub-county and constituency within Mombasa County on the Kenyan coast. Geographically, Mvita encompasses Mombasa Island’s historic core, bounded by the Indian Ocean and Kilindini Harbour, with neighboring areas including Changamwe (north) and Likoni (south).
Mvita at a Glance
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Administrative Type | Subcounty & Constituency |
| Year Established | Pre-colonial era (c. 12th century) |
| Parent County | Mombasa |
| Geographic Location | Mombasa Island, Coast Province |
| Total Area (sq km) | – |
| Population (Latest Census) | – |
| Number of Wards | – |
| Administrative HQ | Digo Road, Mombasa |
| Current Representative (MP) | – |
| Latest CDF Allocation | – |
Administrative Structure
Mvita operates under Kenya’s devolved governance system, combining national administrative functions led by a Sub-County Administrator with parliamentary representation via an elected Member of Parliament . The constituency manages development through the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF)
Mvita comprises four electoral wards as per the IEBC, which are:
- Tudor
- Majengo
- Old Town
- Tononoka .
Complete Mvita Postal Codes
Mvita’s postal codes follow a five-digit format, with 801XX variations designating specific localities. The main post office is on Digo Road (80100), serving as the sorting hub for deliveries .
| # | Place Name (Official) | Type | Location/Ward | Postal Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Digo Road Post Office | Govt Office | Central Mombasa | 80100 |
| 2 | Coast General Hospital | Hospital | Tudor | 80103 |
| 3 | Docks | Port | Docks | 80104 |
| 4 | Makupa | Market/Area | Majengo | 80112 |
| 5 | Old Town | Heritage Area | Old Town | 80100 |
| 6 | Tononoka Market | Market | Tononoka | 80100 |