Port Reitz (; alternatively spelled ''Portreitz'') is a district of

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, and is located north-west of the island. It was named after Lieutenant J. J. Reitz, an officer in the Royal Navy, who became commander or resident of Mombasa in February 1824.

Mombasa Airport

Port Reitz is the location of

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, the second largest airport in Kenya. The dual-

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airport was originally named Port Reitz Airport.

Port Reitz Hospital

At the end of the main Port Reitz road is the Port Reitz District Hospital. The hospital operates a mental institute, a

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and

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centre. A

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is located opposite the hospital complex. The road leading to the complex has come under political criticism due to the neglect of upkeep.mzalendo :: Eye On Kenyan Parliament

Transport

Port Reitz is reached by

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from Mombasa island. Although Port Reitz is a matatu terminus, shared taxis to Migadini are within walking distance.

References

{{Mombasa Populated places in Coast Province Mombasa