In the high-stakes world of Nairobi real estate, "demolition" is the most terrifying word in the dictionary. But in May 2014, the residents of South B witnessed a plot twist that felt less like a government operation and more like a Hollywood thriller. This is the story of how a mobile phone—and a very specific legal shield—silenced the roar of bulldozers threatening homes worth tens of millions of...
Nairobi real estate
Nairobi’s upmarket neighborhoods like Runda, Muthaiga, and Lavington have long been prime real estate hubs, attracting high-income tenants, including expatriates working with NGOs and international aid organizations. However, a recent policy shift in the United States under President Donald Trump has sent ripples through Kenya’s property market, creating uncertainty for landlords. In this...