Use the map of East Africa below to answer questions (a) Name the towns marked P,Q and R (b) (i) Explain three physical factors that influence the location of Mombasa (ii) Explain four problems that Mombasa experiences as it grows (c) Compare the ports of

Explain four problems that Mombasa experiences as it grows

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KCSE Geography Paper 2 2001 Section B Question 7.

Its strategic position of the East coast of Africa was an ideal calling point for traders to and from the far East
The island provides a good defensive site against external threats
The flat land was ideal for construction of buildings
The deep water on Mombasa and Kilindini channels provided a natural harbour for traders
Rivers Mwachi / Kombeni provided fresh water for domestic use
The coral limestone found in the area was used as building stones for houses

There is an acute shortage of water as the population has outgrown the available supply
The growing population has outstripped/ educational facilities/ health/ sanitation creating pressure and scarcity
Inadequate housing facilities has led to growth of slums/ informal structures for dwelling
The narrow streets causes delays/ congestion on roads
The narrow streets cause delays/ congestion on roads
There is limited space for expansion on the island which has resulted into expansion of the town towards the mainland.
Due to high rate of unemployment, crime and social evils are common
Industrial / domestic wastes has caused pollution

(v)Mombasa relies on road, railway, air and pipeline while Rotterdam has a river canals in addition
(vi) Rotterdam uses advanced technology in providing services at the port while Mombasa port has had very limited expansion in technology
(vii) Rotterdam has expanded to a new outer port known as Euro port while Mombasa port has had very limited expansion
(viii) Mombasa experiences tropic climate/ modified equatorial while Rotterdam experiences cool temperature climate/ cool temperature. Western margin climate