Ruto Fulfills Housing Promise With First Batch of Units in Mukuru Kwa Njenga

President William Ruto has officially handed over 1,080 newly constructed housing units to residents of Mukuru Kwa Njenga as part of the government’s Affordable Housing Programme, a flagship initiative under the Bottom-up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).
Speaking during the handover ceremony, President Ruto emphasized the government’s commitment to delivering decent housing for all Kenyans, particularly those in low-income areas.
“Today is a testimony that we can build decent houses for ordinary Kenyans. These 1,080 units are just the beginning; we are working on over 13,000 homes in Mukuru,” Ruto said.
The Mukuru project, launched in 2022, sits on a 56-acre parcel of land along Enterprise Road in Nairobi’s Industrial Area. It is Kenya’s largest affordable housing development to date. Once complete, it will feature 26 blocks of bedsitters, 14 blocks of one-bedroom units, and 14 blocks of two-bedroom apartments.
The 1,080 units handed over are the first phase of the development. According to the State Department for Housing and Urban Development, the units were ready for occupation following the final installation of elevators and utilities by late 2024.
In a statement issued by Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga, the project not only addresses the housing crisis but also creates thousands of jobs.
“So far, the affordable housing initiative has generated over 160,000 jobs across the country. Mukuru alone has created thousands of opportunities, from construction to small-scale suppliers,” Hinga noted.
The government is prioritizing Mukuru Kwa Njenga residents for these homes through a rent-to-own scheme. Under this model, beneficiaries pay monthly rates ranging from Ksh3,000 for bedsitters to Ksh5,000 for two-bedroom units. These payments contribute toward a 30-year mortgage that will eventually secure them full ownership.
The Mukuru project is part of a broader national target to construct 200,000 affordable housing units annually. President Ruto reaffirmed that his administration remains focused on making decent shelter a reality for all.
“We are not just building houses. We are building communities, dignity, and a better future for every Kenyan,” he said.
The initiative aligns with the government’s agenda to improve living conditions in informal settlements and bridge the country’s growing housing deficit.