REAL ESTATE NEWS

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Tsavo, a real estate firm founded by Leonard and Emily Mcharo, has risen to prominence in Kenya's property market by addressing the burgeoning demand for affordable housing among the middle class. The company's residential developments, strategically located across Nairobi's key suburbs, Athi River…
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Kenyan landlords face a delicate balancing act: safeguarding their investments while adhering to the rights of their tenants under a complex legal framework.  As the rental sector in Kenya continues to expand, understanding these legal nuances is crucial for avoiding costly disputes,…
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The Nairobi County Government, under the leadership of Governor Johnson Sakaja, has escalated its campaign to recover unpaid land rates as the financial year approaches its conclusion.  With substantial arrears threatening the provision of essential city services, the county is enforcing…
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Hundreds of homeowners in Mavoko are facing a precarious future as a complex land dispute escalates in the Machakos High Court, pitting them against East African Portland Cement (EAPC) and Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB).  Residents who purchased land from local community groups years ago now face…
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The New Makasembo Estate, a large-scale housing development, has been inaugurated in Kisumu. The estate is poised to address the city's pressing housing needs and establish a new benchmark for urban residential projects. The estate features 2,340 residential units spread across six blocks, designed…
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Nairobi's real estate landscape is evolving with the development of Habitat, a 24-story mixed-use complex on Ralph Bunche Road.  Developed through a partnership between Mi Vida Homes and Space Master Properties, the project marks a significant foray into medical tourism by integrating…
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Kenya's real estate sector remains a cornerstone of the nation's economy, accounting for approximately 5.3% of the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2024, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics' 2025 Economic Survey.  The industry's rapid growth, particularly evident in…
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The Kenyan travel industry is undergoing a significant transformation as online booking platforms surge in popularity, driven by convenience, competitive pricing, and the rise of remote work and "bleisure" travel trends.  However, alongside this growth, challenges such as fraudulent listings…
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A new chapter has begun in the ongoing transformation of Nairobi's Mukuru slums as the first residents of a government-backed affordable housing project officially received keys to their newly constructed homes.  In a ceremony presided over by President William Ruto, the handover marked a…
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President William Ruto's ambitious Affordable Housing Program, designed to alleviate Kenya's housing deficit and stimulate economic growth, is facing increasing scrutiny as reports of displacement, legal challenges, and project delays emerge across the country.  While the government touts the…