Nairobi Governor Compensates Residents for Modern Housing Development
Nairobi, Kenya – In a major modernization program, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has compensated Woodley estate residents with Sh900,000 each for 43 units to pave the way for a 1,900-house development. The new development, named “300 Woodley Village,” aims to enhance the living conditions of Nairobi residents by providing them with better housing in a more modern environment.
The redevelopment will begin with the construction of new units on 10 acres within Woodley Estate’s 100-acre land. Sakaja assured the residents that they would be the first to occupy the new units once construction is completed. The Sh900,000 compensation package will help them relocate temporarily.
“This is a significant step in making Nairobi a great city. We are replacing the existing 43 units with modern housing that will serve more people in a better environment,” Sakaja said. The governor also directed the County Executive Committee (CEC) in charge of urban and housing renewal to ensure the project’s success, with plans to replicate the model in other areas such as Bondeni, Lumumba, and Kariobangi.
Sakaja emphasized that this is the first time the government is offering such a compensation package, and residents will not only receive Sh900,000 but also be the first to be considered for ownership of the new homes. The transformation of Woodley Estate is expected to set a precedent for future urban renewal projects across Nairobi, signaling a new era of modern housing development in the city.
The project aims to provide better housing for more people in a more modern environment, making Nairobi a great city. With the compensation package and the promise of new homes, the residents of Woodley Estate are set to benefit from this major modernization program.