Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga Stories

Government invests Sh90 billion in affordable housing projects backed by Sh120 billion levy collection
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 23, 2025

The funding boost follows a March warning from a parliamentary committee that the programme faced a Sh16.9 billion shortfall, putting stipend payments...

COTU denies role in drafting affordable housing regulations, demands proof from PS Hinga
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 07, 2025

On Friday, Hinga accused COTU of misleading the public, pointing out that the union was directly involved in the drafting of the law and its accompany...

Government launches youth registration for 113,000 climate jobs
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 06, 2025

He explained that Climate WorX is a transitional employment and social protection programme that targets labour-intensive public works in three main a...

Housing, Public Works departments request Sh6.8 billion in additional funding
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 16, 2025

PSHinga told the committee that after paying for fixed obligations such as rent, utilities, security, cleaning services, and support to the Nairobi Ri...

CS Wahome: Housing levy contribution not guarantee to home ownership
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Feb 19, 2025

In March 2023, Housing and Urban Development Principal Secretary Charles Hinga had indicated that the housing levy is a form of saving, not a tax.

Kenyans invited for open days to inspect 4,888 affordable housing units
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 19, 2024

The open days provide a platform for Kenyans to make inquiries about the programme, seek assistance with registration on the Boma Yangu portal, and le...

Residents in six estates of Nairobi's Eastlands ordered to vacate by April 30
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 01, 2024

Residents in those areas have been directed to vacate their homes after clearing any outstanding rent arrears, utility bills, and service charges.

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