June 05, 2023
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 »
May 22, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Says 3% Housing Levy is Nation's Collective Business
President William Ruto has defended the proposed 3 percent Housing levy for Kenyans saying it is a collective business of Kenyans. Read more »
May 20, 2023
Kenya: Housing Fund to Enable Credit Risk Borrowers Own Homes
Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development CS Zachariah Njeru told a Senate Standing Committee that the Housing Fund is meant to help a majority of Kenyans own homes. Read more »
Kenya: We're Serious About Empowering Kenyans to Be Home Owners - CS Njeru
Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development CS Zachariah Njeru Friday told a Senate Standing Committee that the Housing Fund is meant to help majority of Kenyans to own… Read more »
May 18, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Post Primary Teachers Union Rejects Ruto's Housing Plan Citing Inadequate Pay
The Kenya Post Primary Teachers Union KUPPET has called on Parliament to amend the Finance Bill 2023 in a bid to make the proposed Housing Levy voluntary. Read more »
May 09, 2023
Kenya: Central Organisation of Trade Unions Defends Ruto on Proposed 3% Housing Levy
The Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) has criticized unions that are against the idea of the housing levy proposal. Read more »
April 27, 2023
Kenya: It's Time to Evolve Kenya's Urban Transportation
Kenya, a stunning country with diverse cultures and landscapes, has seen significant growth in the motorcycle community in recent years. Motorcycles have become a popular mode of… Read more »
Kenya: Sakaja Proposes Scrapping of Weekend Parking Fees to Allow Businesses to Thrive
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has proposed the scrapping of weekend parking fees in Nairobi to encourage business establishments to thrive. Read more »
April 26, 2023
Kenya: Kuppet Wants Teachers Excluded From Mandatory Contribution to Affordable Housing
The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) Kakamega branch has expressed reservations about the proposed mandatory contribution of 3 percent of civil servant's… Read more »
April 23, 2023
Kenya: Kenyans to Contribute 3% of Income to Housing Fund As Investment - President Ruto
President William Ruto has said the government will further strengthen the Housing Fund to help more Kenyans purchase affordable housing units. Read more »
April 21, 2023
Kenya: City Hall Removes Hilton Hotel Barriers Easing Pedestrian Movement
The Nairobi County Government has removed the barrier that had blocked access outside the Hilton Hotel easing mobility for pedestrians. Read more »
April 20, 2023
Kenya: Sakaja Proposes Free Parking Near Mosques Every Friday Between 12-2 - 30pm
Nairobi Governor Johson Sakaja sys there will be free parking near mosques in Nairobi every Friday between 12:00pm and 2:30pm to allow Muslims to pray without obstacles. Read more »
April 13, 2023
Kenya: Basigo to Deliver 15 Electric Buses to Nairobi's Public Transport Operators
Kenyan electric vehicle startup BasiGo will deliver 15 electric buses to public service vehicle (PSV) operators in Nairobi. Read more »
April 12, 2023
Kenya: City Hall to Merge Sub Counties Into Clusters of Five Boroughs
The Nairobi County Government is set to merge the various Sub Counties into clusters of five Boroughs by June. Read more »
April 10, 2023
Kenya: Safaricom Investment Co-Operative Leads Kenya's Affordable Housing Projects
President William Ruto ascended to power last year with a promise to build more affordable houses for Kenyans. Read more »
April 08, 2023
Kenya: City Hall to Put Mechanisms in Place for Easy Movement in the CBD
The Nairobi County Government Mobility department will in the next 2 weeks put in place mechanisms to ensure movement along Tom Mboya (Koja Roundabout to Haile Selassie Avenue) and… Read more »
April 07, 2023
Kenya: Authorities Close Popular Nairobi Club on Noise Pollution Complaints
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has closed down Oyster Bay, a popular fast food and entertainment joint in Kilimani, Nairobi, for noise pollution. Read more »