NYERI

town, south-central Kenya. Nyeri lies at an elevation of about 5,750 feet (1,750 m) and is linked by road and rail with Nanyuki, about 36 miles (58 km) to the northeast, and Nairobi, about 60 miles (96 km) to the southwest. Nyeri is a pleasingly arranged town in the Aberdare foothills with extensive green meadows and gardens. The foothills are covered by a dense eucalyptus forest and afford a magnificient view of Mount Kenya to the northeast. The town's major industries include production of leather goods, soap, wood and furniture, processed food, soft drinks, cord, rope, twine, clay and concrete products, agricultural implements, and fabrics. There is an airfield nearby. Pop. (1983 est.) 39,200.