January 10
Kenya: NHC to Construct 20,000 Affordable Housing Units in Changamwe
The National Housing Corporation (NHC) has announced the construction of twenty thousand housing units in Changamwe, Mombasa, to address the current housing shortage in the coastal… Read more »
January 06
Kenya: Nyandarua Women's Representative Mulls Parliamentary Motion to Tackle Neglected Traffic Rules and Road Safety in Kenya
Nyandarua women's representative Faith Gitau has declared her intention to present a motion in parliament addressing the neglected traffic rules and regulations, against a backdrop… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Student Association Endorses Housing Levy for Improved University Accommodation, Job Opportunities
The Kenya University Students Association Organization (KUSO) has voiced support for the housing levy, emphasizing its potential to provide dignified accommodation and employment… Read more »
January 02
Kenya: Nairobi Expressway Toll Hikes 'Due to Depreciating Shilling'
Transport and Roads Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has attributed the increase in the Nairobi Expressway toll fee to the Project agreement by the Chinese government taking… Read more »
December 28, 2023
Kenya: Jua Kali Contractors, Slum-Based Lobbies Stage Pro-Housing Levy Protests
A section of slum dwellers, community-based organisations and Kenyans employed in the jua kali sector held a peaceful protest in the Nairobi CBD on Wednesday where they are voicing… Read more »
December 23, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Railways Increases Nanyuki, Kisumu Trips Due to Passenger Spike
Kenya Railways has introduced daily trips to and from Nanyuki and Kisumu due to passenger spike during the festive season. Read more »
December 21, 2023
Kenya: Ichung'wah Trashes Ruling Disallowing Public Participation on Housing Levy
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah has trashed a High Court order staying planned public participation on the revised housing levy law. Read more »
Kenya: Majority Leader Trashes Order on Housing Levy Public Participation
Majority Leader in the National Assembly Kimani Ichung'wah has trashed a High Court order putting a stay on a planned public participation on the revised housing levy law. Read more »
December 20, 2023
Kenya: Businessman Nazir Jinnah Says Ruto's Housing Projects Timely, Calls for More Collaboration
Businessman Nazir Jinnah says Kenya has a unique opportunity to ensure affordable housing for all, through public-private partnerships. Read more »
Kenya: IFC Invests Sh3.08 Billion in IHS Kenya to Boost Affordable Housing Projects
Construction of 5, 000 affordable houses in Kenya has received a boost after the International Finance Corporation (IFC) committed to investing Sh3.08 billion in IHS Kenya. Read more »
East Africa: Why Sustainable Infrastructure Is a Necessity for East Africa's Urbanization and Climate Change Mitigation
Rapid urbanization in recent decades has created many socio-economic advantages, with cities and urban areas contributing significantly to economic growth. Read more »
December 11, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Power Says Electricity Restored in Most Parts of the Country
Kenya Power has announced that they have managed to restore power in most parts of the country, and restoration of power in the coast and the remaining sections of Nairobi is still… Read more »
December 07, 2023
Kenya: Govt Includes Non-Salaried Earners in Revised Affordable Housing Bill
The government has tabled a revised Affordable Housing Bill in the National Assembly including gross income earned by individuals outside formal employment among ratable earnings… Read more »
December 02, 2023
Kenya: Housing Levy to Proceed Once Legal Frameworks Are in Place - NHC Director
The affordable housing levy will pick up once the necessary legal frameworks are in place, Joshua Nyamori, a director at National Housing Corporation has said. Read more »
December 01, 2023
Kenya: The Loss and Damage Fund Must Work for the Most Vulnerable
Dec 1 - the world convenes in Dubai for COP28, developing countries will be looking out for opportunities to massively scale up action against the "loss and damage" arising from… Read more »
November 30, 2023
Kenya: Kakamega County to Seek Compensation for Demolished Houses
Kakamega County will join the Law Society of Kenya as an interested party in seeking legal action for compensation of Families whose houses have been demolished at the Milimani… Read more »
Kenya: Habitat for Humanity Kenya, Homa Bay County Sign MOU on Affordable Housing
In a significant step towards fostering sustainable development, Habitat for Humanity Kenya (HFH Kenya) and Homabay County Government have signed a Memorandum of Understanding… Read more »
November 28, 2023
Kenya: Azimio Leaders Welcome High Court Ruling Declaring Housing Levy Unconstitutional
Azimio leaders led by wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka have lauded the high court ruling declaring the housing levy under the financial Act(2023) unconstitutional which targeted… Read more »
Kenya: Senators Slap Sakaja With Sh500,000 Fine, Threaten to Halt Nairobi Urban Regeneration Project After He Skips Session
Senators are mulling halting the Nairobi Regeneration and Urban Renewal Program following after Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja failed to show up to shed light on the progress of… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Says Govt to Comply With Court Ruling on Housing Levy
President William Ruto now says the government will comply with the High Court ruling on the Housing Levy. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Pleads With Judges to Exercise Judicial Discretion 'Not to Sabotage' Housing Levy
Deputy president Rigathi Gachagua has pleaded with the judiciary to exercise judicial discretion 'not to sabotage' the housing levy. Read more »
Kenya: You Should Wait Till Matter Clears Entire Hierarchy of Courts to Celebrate, Sifuna Says On Housing Levy Ruling
Nairobi senator Edwin Sifuna has cautioned Kenyans against early celebrations in the wake of the High Court ruling that declared the Housing Levy unconstitutional. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Seeks 45-Day Stay On Housing Levy Declaration
The Government has sought a 45-day stay to regularize the Housing Levy and impugned Finance Act provisions following the verdict by the High Court which has declared the Housing… Read more »
November 11, 2023
Kenya: Nairobi's GTC Towers Unveils Captivating Gallery Showcasing City's Historical Evolution
Nairobi's newest photo gallery has been unveiled at GTC Towers, offering a captivating visual journey through the history of Kenya's capital, Nairobi, from the 1800s to its vibrant… Read more »
November 08, 2023
Kenya: Land Prices in Nairobi's Satellite Towns Rise Fastest
Land prices in Nairobi's satellite towns have risen the fastest as investors eye a piece of these areas. Read more »