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Unaitas wins two housing awards SACCO strengthens home ownership access KMRC partnership boosts housing finance reach Unaitas Sacco has secured two recognitions at the Kenya Affordable Housing Awards 2026, held during the 5th Kenya Affordable Housing Conference in Naivasha. The Sacco was named National Reach Champion in the Sacco Category and Affordable Housing Impact Champion…
Stima Sacco Society Limited has been recognised for its contribution to affordable housing finance after winning the Refinancing Efficiency Champion Award in the SACCO Category at the Kenya Affordable Housing Awards 2026. The award recognises Stima DT Sacco’s efforts to expand access to affordable mortgage solutions, supported by its partnership with the Kenya Mortgage Refinance…
Mombasa’s skyline is set for a major makeover as Ksh23 billion in housing projects take shape across the city. A Ksh7 billion Nyali project is already 70.5 per cent complete, with thousands of homes and a 1,000 stall market coming up. A 106 year old market is set for a 13 storey transformation featuring homes,…
KMRC will host the fifth Kenya Affordable Housing Conference from August 20 to 21 in Naivasha. The conference will focus on expanding affordable housing finance, especially for informal workers and Sacco members. Stakeholders will discuss blended finance, land reforms, green housing and technology in the housing sector. The Kenya Mortgage Refinance Company (KMRC) will convene…
IHS Kenya launches Ksh1bn housing project in Tilisi, adding 240 apartments targeting middle income homebuyers and investors. Apartments start from Ksh6.55m, with the development designed to meet EDGE green building certification standards. Developer targets 3,000 homes by 2030 as private investment helps address Kenya’s housing shortage. International Housing Solutions (IHS) Kenya has unveiled a Ksh1…
Kimisitu DT Sacco has partnered with the Kenya Mortgage Refinance Company (KMRC) to launch an affordable mortgage product for members. It offers long term mortgage financing designed to help members move from renting to owning homes, through flexible and affordable terms. Under the arrangement, eligible members can access mortgage loans of up to Ksh 10.5…
Affordable housing: Government says 8,807 units are complete, with 198,726 under construction. Student housing: 37,347 units are being built to accommodate over 130,000 learners. Nandi projects: 24 projects worth Sh15.7 billion are underway, including housing, hostels and markets. The government has defended the progress of the Affordable Housing Programme, saying thousands of housing units have…
Affordable housing bill proposes cutting loan default notice from 90 to 45 days and property sale notice from 40 to 20 days. MPs have raised concerns that the shorter timelines could expose borrowers to faster foreclosures and reduce protections. National Assembly committees are reviewing the proposal, with a final report expected by August 13, 2026….
Homeless population may be as high as 500,000, stakeholders say, far above the official estimate of 18,000. Stakeholders called for stronger housing policies and social protection programmes. Speakers urged closer national and county government collaboration to tackle homelessness. Kenya’s homeless population could be as high as 500,000, according to stakeholders who say official government estimates…
Habitat for Humanity launches housing campaign for Maasai women. Initiative promotes climate resilient manyattas and healthier homes. Project also targets 10,000 jigger affected households in Kenya. Habitat for Humanity Kenya (HFH Kenya) has launched a new housing campaign in Kajiado and Machakos counties aimed at helping vulnerable households, particularly Maasai women, build safer and more…
