October 05, 2023
Kenya: New Bill Aims to Put an End to Chaotic Public Transport Fare Hikes
Fare hikes orchestrated by public transport operators may soon become a thing of the past, thanks to a groundbreaking bill designed to regulate commuter fares that is currently… Read more »
October 03, 2023
Kenya: Use Housing Tax Prudently, Activist Tells Government
A housing sector activist is demanding prudent utilization of housing taxes to build decent and affordable houses in informal settlement as the world marked UN Habitat Day. Read more »
October 01, 2023
Kenya: President Vows to Get Rid of Kibera, Africa's Largest Slum, in 10 Years
President William Ruto says Kibera slums will be non-existent in the next ten years due to the affordable housing program. Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Voted Most Supportive at Small Business Awards 2023
The Nairobi County Government has been voted as the "Most Supportive County" during the just concluded Small Business Awards 2023. Read more »
September 28, 2023
Kenya: Govt Leasing Out Idle Land to Private Investors, President Ruto Says
President William Ruto says the government is in the process of leasing out idle land held by public institutions to private investors. Read more »
August 05, 2023
Kenya: PS Korir Leads Initiative to Unlock Land Dispute Which Blocked Expansion of Kericho Town for Decades
Lands and Physical Planning PS Generali Nixon Korir spearheaded a process to resolve the decades old Chelimo squatter problem which had blocked the expansion of Kericho town. Read more »
August 03, 2023
Kenya: Govt Backdates Implementation of Housing Levy to July 1
The government has backdated the mandatory contribution towards the Housing Levy proposed in the Finance Act, 2023 to July 1. Read more »
July 14, 2023
Kenya: Kenyan Landlords Lose 30% of Revenue Monthly Due to Lack of Automation - Report
Kenyan landlords and property managers are losing 30 percent of revenue monthly due to lack of automation, new data reveals. Read more »
July 11, 2023
Kenya: Habitat for Humanity Kenya Advocates for Solutions to Address Housing Deficit in the Slums
Habitat for Humanity Kenya has today launched a two-year campaign dubbed 'Home Equals' aimed at addressing housing deficits for people living in informal settlements. Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi County, Habitat for Humanity Kenya Partner to Build Houses in Informal Settlements
Habitat for Humanity Kenya has today launched a two-year campaign dubbed 'Home Equals' aimed at addressing housing deficits for people living in informal settlements. Read more »
July 10, 2023
Kenya: Govt Recruiting 4,000 Tree Nursery Attendants
The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry through Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has kicked off the recruitment of 4,000 unskilled tree nursery attendants into the… Read more »
July 02, 2023
Kenya: 2 Children, 18 Women, 31 Men - Londiani Crash Toll Rises to 51
The death toll from the Londiani Junction market accident has risen to 51. Read more »
June 26, 2023
Kenya: City Hall Clamps Down Maendeleo House, Caxton House Due to Land Rate Arrears
Maendeleo House and Caxton House are among the buildings that have been clamped down by the Nairobi County government in an initiative led by Finance County Executive Charles… Read more »
June 13, 2023
Kenya: Govt Shuts Down 5,995 Liquor Outlets In Intensified Alcohol Crackdown
The government has shut down at least 5,995 liquor joints as the war against illicit brews intensifies. Read more »
June 12, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Bows to Pressure, Slashes Housing Levy By Half
President William Ruto on Monday succumbed to pressure and slashed the Housing Fund levy by half, from the current three percent to 1.5 percent. Read more »
June 05, 2023
Kenya: Sakaja Says Housing Sector in Nairobi Should Be Developed Due to Demand
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has emphasized the need for the development of housing, infrastructure and environmental sector due to the county's large population. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Defends Housing Bill, Says It's Good for Citizens
President William Ruto has defended the contentious housing levy while saying it is a sure bet to bridge the country's housing deficit. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Stresses Need to Strengthen UN-Habitat's Capacity
President William Ruto has stressed the need to strengthen UN-Habitat's capacity to support member States in advancing the agenda of sustainable urbanization. Read more »
Kenya: UN-Habitat Assembly Kicks Off in Nairobi With Renewed Hope on Urban Agenda
The second session of the UN-Habitat Assembly kicked off in Nairobi Monday, with renewed hope for better housing and a long-term urban agenda. Read more »
June 01, 2023
Kenya: Housing Fund Contribution a Moral Obligation, Backers Are Patriots - President Ruto
President William Ruto has termed contributing to the proposed Housing Fund as a moral obligation for Kenyans in formal employment. Read more »
May 31, 2023
Kenya: Govt Role in Affordable Housing Is Indispensable, CS Njeru Says at World Bank Housing Conference
Lands Cabinet Secretary Zachariah Njeru has said that Governments and policymakers have an indispensable role in making affordable housing a reality. Read more »
Kenya: Looming Health Crisis as Garbage Cartels Convert Public Roads Into Dumping Sites in Dagoretti North
In the heart of Dagoretti North constituency within Nairobi, a looming public health crisis has taken root, fueled by the rampant illegal dumping of solid waste. Read more »
May 30, 2023
Kenya: HFC, Athletics Kenya Partner to Provide Athletes With Affordable Homes
HFC has announced a partnership with Athletics Kenya (AK) to enable thousands of Kenyan athletes to afford homes. Read more »
Kenya: Housing Fund Will Attract Foreign Investment, Finance Bill Should Be Passed - CBK Governor Nominee Thugge
Nominee for Central Bank of Kenya Governor post Kamau Thugge has defended the proposed Finance Bill 2023 despite vehement opposition from various stakeholders, insisting it will be… Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi's Evolution From Humble Beginnings to Modernity
The evolution of Nairobi, Kenya's capital city that is East Africa's economic powerhouse, from a modest railway depot to a vibrant and dynamic metropolis is a testament to the… Read more »