What “NIAJE” Means in Kenya (Nairobi’s Most Common Greeting)

If you spend time in Nairobi, you will quickly hear one greeting everywhere: “Niaje.” But what does it actually mean? And how are you supposed to respond? In this video from Speak Nairobi, we break down one of the most common greetings used in Nairobi. You’ll learn what “Niaje” means and how locals respond with phrases like “Poa”, “Fiti”, and “Fiti sana”. We also hear from a few people about the Swahili greetings they learned while visiting Kenya, including words like “Jambo” and “Mambo”. Speak Nairobi is a channel that explores how people really communicate in Nairobi — from Swahili to Sheng to everyday street conversations. If you're curious about how Nairobi really talks, this channel is for you. Subscribe for more videos about Nairobi language, culture, and communication. #nairobi #nairobilife #swahili #kenya #kenyalifestyle