President William Ruto handed over keys to more than 4,500 beneficiaries of the Affordable Housing Programme at New Mukuru in Nairobi, marking a significant milestone in the government’s effort to transform Kenya’s urban landscape. The project forms part of the pledge to provide modern, planned urban housing and to elevate Kenya to a “Singapore‑status” country. The hand‑over ceremony on Thursday follows the issuance of 1,080 units in May and signals a major shift toward replacing informal settlements with dignified, serviced housing.
According to President Ruto, the keys represent more than mere access to a house; they provide a decent home for families and their children. The New Mukuru site is slated to contain 14,000 affordable housing units, while over 240,000 units are currently under construction nationwide. In addition to the homes, the government has supplied supporting public facilities, including modern police and fire stations, a well‑equipped hospital, and a school. The newly built apartments feature electricity, hot showers, internet and piped gas, underscoring the push for planned urban estates with integrated services.
President Ruto praised the young people working at the Mukuru site for their expertise and resilience, and he criticized political leaders who have incited residents of informal settlements to resist relocation. He vowed to continue the affordable housing programme, highlighting its benefits and long‑term impact. The programme is a key component of the government’s urban development strategy, aimed at addressing the housing shortage and improving living conditions for low‑income households. As the initiative gains momentum, further investment in infrastructure and services is expected to support the growth of planned urban estates, providing thousands of Kenyans with decent housing and higher living standards.
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