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Why More Homeowners Are Regretting Hidden Roof Designs

Homeowners with hidden roof designs are reporting persistent leaks, with construction experts attributing many of the problems to poor drainage systems, inadequate waterproofing and improper installation.In Gikambura…

Jun 15, 2026

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How Construction Loans Are Helping Kenyans Turn Homeownership Dreams Into Reality

Construction loans offered by the Co-operative Bank of Kenya are helping more families and businesses build and renovate properties by allowing them to spread costs over longer repayment periods.Owning a home remains…

Jun 14, 2026

Real Estate

Government Assures Kenyans Affordable Housing Homes Are Legally Protected

The government has assured Kenyans that homes purchased under the Affordable Housing Programme remain legally protected, following remarks by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua warning against investing in the s…

Jun 12, 2026

Real Estate

Commercial Property No Longer the Guaranteed Investment It Once Was

Nairobi’s office property market continues to face high vacancy rates, with landlords across key commercial districts struggling to attract tenants despite offering incentives and lower rents.The city’s skyline, once…

Jun 11, 2026

Real Estate

DCI Nabs Suspect Linked to KSh900,000 Fake Land Deal

A man accused of involvement in a fraudulent land transaction worth KSh900,000 has been arrested in Othaya, Nyeri County, after months on the run from authorities.The suspect was apprehended during a covert operation…

Jun 6, 2026

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Nairobi Landowners Warned as Authorities Move to Reclaim Protected Land

The Nairobi Rivers Commission (NRC) has identified several properties in Lavington for possible demolition after finding that parts of the developments appear to encroach on protected riparian land along the Kibagare…

Jun 5, 2026

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Kenyan Professionals in Canada Confront Housing Challenges Amid Growing Population

As Canada's population surged past 40 million in 2026, according to Statistics Canada, Kenyan professionals in Canada face growing challenges in accessing affordable housing. This comes amid a national housing crisis…

Jun 2, 2026

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Buying Land in Kenya? Experts Warn About Rising Cases of Fake Surveyors

The Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (ISK) has warned that the growing number of unqualified individuals posing as surveyors and real estate professionals is putting lives, property and investments at risk.The issue…

Jun 1, 2026

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Minnesota Fraud Suspect's Funds Linked to Nairobi Luxury Real Estate

Federal investigations have uncovered a trail of transactions linking a Minnesota Medicaid fraud suspect to luxury real estate investments in Nairobi, Kenya. Muhammad Omar, 32, from Roseville, Minnesota, is under scru…

May 31, 2026

Real Estate

How Parents Are Redesigning Homes for Crawling and Walking Toddlers

As children begin to crawl and walk, many mothers are redesigning their homes to make them safer and easier for young children to use independently.The shift from infancy to mobility often changes the way families org…

May 29, 2026

Real Estate

Centum Hands Over High-end Apartments in Nairobi’s Rosslyn

Centum Real Estate has handed over the first 175 homes at its Cascadia apartment project in Nairobi’s Rosslyn district, marking the opening phase of the 400-unit development due for completion by December 2026.Nearly…

May 26, 2026

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As Rents Soar, Londoners Adapt to Vacant Spaces Amid Housing Crisis

As London grapples with a soaring rental market, residents are increasingly turning to unconventional living arrangements, utilizing vacant pubs, offices, and even police stations. This trend, known as property guardi…

May 25, 2026

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How Kileleshwa Changed From Quiet Suburb to Nairobi High-Rise Hub

Kileleshwa has changed rapidly from a low-density residential suburb into one of Nairobi’s most heavily developed high-rise neighbourhoods, driven by zoning changes, rising housing demand, and growing property values…

May 25, 2026

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New Surface Coating Solution Set to Transform Kenya’s Building Finishes

Pavilion Master Builders has introduced Mixx Cement to the Kenyan market through a partnership with South Africa’s Mixx Cement Company. The product was unveiled in Nairobi as a durable coating solution for modern inte…

May 21, 2026

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Chaka Emerges as Central Kenya’s New Property Investment Frontier

Chaka is emerging as a key property investment hub in Central Kenya, with new controlled estates and infrastructure projects driving demand for housing and land.Once known mainly as a trading centre along the Nyeri–Na…

May 21, 2026

Real Estate

Why Kenyan Homebuyers Want More Than Just Buildings

Kenya’s real estate sector is shifting towards developments centred on services, experience, and long-term engagement, as developers combine property with hospitality, wellness, and flexible working environments.Accor…

May 15, 2026

Real Estate

Kenya Launches Historic Postgraduate University at Konza Technopolis

Kenya has formally established the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology as a specialised postgraduate university focused on science, technology and advanced research following the award of a charter by W…

May 15, 2026

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Nairobi House Prices Shift as Luxury Two-Bedroom Homes Fall to Sh8 Million

The price of a two-bedroom stand-alone house in Nairobi’s high-end suburbs has dropped sharply to Sh8 million, down from Sh22 million in 2022, according to data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics.The decline…

May 14, 2026

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Why Thousands of Kenyan Homeowners Still Pay Rent in Cities

Thousands of Kenyans are paying rent in cities despite owning homes elsewhere, as work, transport challenges and family needs keep them away from their properties.Michael Ogillo, who has worked in Nairobi for nearly 2…

May 14, 2026

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How Kamakis Transformed From Farmland Into a Booming Property Hub

Kamakis Corner in Ruiru has grown from a farming settlement into one of the Nairobi region’s fastest-developing property hubs, driven by rising land values, new estates and expanding commercial activity along the East…

May 12, 2026