Makongeni Estate Stories

PS Hinga defends Makongeni demolitions, says majority of tenants were paid Sh150,000
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 26, 2025

Makongeni Estate, covering 139 hectares under the Kenya Railways Staff Retirement Benefits Scheme, is among Nairobi’s older estates. The redevelopment...

Makongeni residents secure legal win as judge suspends evictions and demolitions pending hearing
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 24, 2025

The petitioners are seeking multiple conservatory orders, including the immediate restoration of water and electricity, a halt to any further eviction...

Law Society of Kenya demands immediate halt to Makongeni demolitions over lack of compensation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 24, 2025

Hundreds of residents, many of whom had not yet received their relocation facilitation funds, were caught off guard on Sunday as demolition crews bega...

Makongeni residents protest planned demolitions under affordable housing project
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 14, 2025

Residents and traders in the area have protested the plans, citing several reasons why the exercise should not proceed despite the government’s ambiti...

Makongeni Estate set for redevelopment under Ruto’s affordable housing plan
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 31, 2025

Located near the Central Business District and key transport hubs, Makongeni sits on highly valuable land, drawing significant interest from developer...

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