Nairobi, June 17 -- For most entrepreneurs, the decision to close a business comes after losses begin piling up. Two weeks ago, Alex Ndung'u chose to exit while his venture was still raking in profits.

The closure of Kentwood Address Runda, one of the most popular clubs along Kiambu Road, rattled the nightlife sector. Blogs went wild with speculations.

When BDLife finally tracks Alex, the entrepreneur appears at peace with his decision. The club, he says, was still making money, but not enough to justify what he sees as a changing market.

After six years in the nightlife business, Alex believes Nairobi's entertainment scene has become an increasingly expensive contest driven by celebrity DJs, influencers and paid seat-fillers. Rather t...