REAL ESTATE NEWS

The Nairobi County Government is set to initiate a comprehensive crackdown on land rate defaulters starting Monday, May 11, following the expiration of a grace period for landowners to settle outstanding dues.  Governor Johnson Sakaja has announced the deployment of enforcement teams across…

East Africa’s real estate market is experiencing a significant transformation, characterised by a move towards locally driven expertise and regional financing mechanisms.  This shift marks a departure from the sector’s historical reliance on foreign capital and rigid commercial models,…

Kenya has achieved a significant milestone in its commitment to environmental sustainability, surpassing one million square meters of green-certified floorspace.  This achievement underscores the nation's growing dedication to reducing carbon emissions, promoting energy efficiency, and…

Kenya is strategically investing in bamboo with the aim of transforming its construction sector and fostering economic empowerment within rural communities.  The move, underpinned by recent legislative shifts and innovative entrepreneurial initiatives, seeks to unlock the significant potential…

New data from HassConsult reveals a significant shift in Nairobi’s residential property market, with satellite towns experiencing substantial growth in demand and property values over the past year. The trend indicates a growing preference for more affordable locations with robust…

Kenya's ambitious affordable housing agenda, a cornerstone of the Kenya Kwanza Alliance's policies since assuming power in September 2022, is under scrutiny as concerns emerge regarding the quality of life in these developments. As the nation grapples with a significant housing deficit…

A comprehensive survey on land ownership in Kenya has revealed that family disputes pose a greater threat to landowners losing their property than external factors such as fraud and corruption. The Kenya Housing Basic Survey Report 2023–2024, published by the Kenya National Bureau of…

Nairobi's land market demonstrated renewed vigour in the first quarter of 2025, according to a recent HassConsult survey released on April 29. The survey revealed a diversified growth pattern across the county, with satellite towns emerging as key drivers of this resurgence amid evolving buyer…

Nairobi's aspirations of becoming a leading smart city in Africa have suffered a setback, according to the latest Smart City Index 2025, published by the IMD's World Competitiveness Centre. The Kenyan capital has fallen to a disappointing 136th position out of 146 cities surveyed globally, a…

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has issued a stern warning to landowners within the county who are delinquent in their property tax payments.The county government has set an April 30 deadline after which the county will begin enforcing stringent measures, including property auctions and…