REAL ESTATE NEWS
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A notable shift is underway in Kenya's Central Region, where women are increasingly becoming significant players in the real estate market, challenging traditional land ownership norms.
Fueled by economic empowerment initiatives, evolving societal attitudes, and supportive government policies, this…
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Frustrated by high agency fees and a lack of transparency in Nairobi’s rental market, residents are increasingly turning to social media platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, and Telegram to find housing.
This digital shift offers a peer-to-peer alternative that disrupts the traditional reliance on…
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The allocation of a social housing unit to Ms. Milka Moraa, a woman who recently received public support after a church dismissed her request for rent assistance, has ignited a debate over the affordability of the Kenyan government's housing program.
The incident began when Apostle James Maina Ng’…
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For many, owning a home represents a significant milestone, embodying long-term investment and financial security.
However, prospective homeowners often face the critical decision of whether to build in a bustling city or a tranquil village setting. Each choice presents distinct advantages and…
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President William Ruto's ambitious affordable housing program is experiencing uneven progress across Kenya.
This has fueled scepticism among citizens about its potential to deliver affordable homeownership. While some projects are advancing rapidly, others face delays or remain stagnant, raising…
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A draft policy currently under public review by the Nairobi County government proposes significant alterations to building height regulations across the city, potentially paving the way for a dramatic reshaping of the capital's skyline.
The proposed Nairobi City County Development Control policy…
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Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome has sparked a significant backlash among Kenyans following her recent remarks regarding the affordable housing programme's housing levy.
During an appearance on NTV's "Fixing the Nation," Wahome clarified that contributions made towards the housing levy should…
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Kenya's sand industry is undergoing significant change following the introduction of the Sand Harvesting Regulations, 2024, announced by Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on February 18.
This regulatory framework is designed to promote sustainable sand extraction practices while protecting…
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The government has confirmed that forthcoming affordable housing projects will include sectional property title deeds as proof of ownership.
This decision, announced during a briefing by Lands, Public Works, Housing, and Urban Development Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome at Ardhi House in Nairobi,…
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Nairobi's uptown neighbourhoods have maintained their status as some of the most expensive areas for housing, even as the broader real estate market grapples with significant declines, according to the latest Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) Housing Price Index.
For the third quarter of 2024, the…