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• Before a Building Goes Up: Who Is Responsible for Making Sure It Is Safe?

  Plans have to be drawn, approvals obtained, materials sourced and construction work carried out. Developing property is not just about putting up a building and finding buyers or tenants. It also means ensuring that the project meets the required building standards. Buildings need regular maintenance and inspections, even after people have moved in. The Eastleigh tragedy has reminded us why this question matters. The recent building collapse in Eastleigh has raised an important question about construction and building safety in Kenya: Who makes sure a building is safe before people move in? When we look at a completed building, we often focus on its design, location, space and finishes. But

• What Is Offtake in Real Estate, and Why Does It Matter in Affordable Housing?

  When we talk about affordable housing, much of the conversation focuses on how many homes can be built and how much they will cost. But there is another question worth asking: who will buy these homes once they are ready? For a property developer, completing a housing project is only part of the job. The money invested in construction still needs to be recovered, loans need to be repaid, and contractors need to be paid. If selling the homes takes longer than expected, the developer can find themselves under financial pressure. This is one reason offtake agreements matter, particularly when private developers partner with the government to deliver affordable housing. But what exactly is offtake, how does it work, and what happens when things do not go according to plan? READ ALSO :

• Buying Property in Kenya? Why the Neighbourhood Matters as Much as the House

  You do not want to move into your dream home only to discover that getting to work is a daily struggle. Think about the places you visit regularly and how easily you can get to them from the property. Visit at different times of the day and pay attention to things such as street lighting, security arrangements, noise and the general condition of the surrounding area. Finding the right home is not just about the house itself. It is about finding a place where your everyday life works, too. You have found a house you love. The kitchen is just right, there is enough space for everyone, and you can already picture yourself settling in. You might even be mentally arranging the furniture. But wait

• Parklands Court Ruling: What Property Owners and Buyers Need to Know

  The Parklands Residents Association says approvals issued from October 15, 2026, are null and void. The dispute goes back to October 14, 2025, when the Environment and Land Court in Nairobi delivered a judgment concerning development in Parklands. The notice covers various permissions, including building works, demolitions, changes of use, increased development density, subdivisions, plot amalgamations and lease renewals. For buyers and investors, predictable approval processes are important because property decisions often involve substantial financial commitments. Development approvals in Nairobi’s Parklands area are facing fresh uncertainty following a court ruling that has put new building permissio

• Why Are Mortgage Rates Higher in Kenya Than in the USA?

  Why does a country with a much larger economy like the USA have lower mortgage rates than Kenya The CBK's policy rate also influences borrowing costs across the economy. In the USA, lenders can sell many eligible mortgages into financial markets, including through mortgage-backed securities. If you are planning to buy a home, waiting for interest rates to fall may seem like the obvious choice. But there is no certainty about when rates will decline or by how much. Mortgage interest rates in Kenya averaged 14.9% in 2024, according to the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). In the USA, the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage was 7.40% on 8 October 2026. That is a significant difference. And it