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HomeDaily NewsSaturday, October 3, 2026Ruto Warns Wealthy Landowners Against Harassing Coast Residents - October 2026
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Ruto Warns Wealthy Landowners Against Harassing Coast Residents - October 2026

President William Ruto has issued a stern warning to wealthy landowners at the Coast, vowing to take decisive action against those harassing local residents. He declared that his administration will not yield to the demands of absentee landlords at the Coast who are seeking billions in compensation for land intended for squatters. Separately, the Kenyan government announced it will invest Ksh7.5 billion to construct 3,000 housing units in Lamu County in preparation for the Dangote East Africa Refinery development. This initiative is expected to accommodate workers for the refinery project.

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Ruto warns wealthy landowners against harassing coast residents

Ruto warns wealthy landowners against harassing coast residents

President William Ruto has issued a stern warning to wealthy landowners at the Coast, vowing to take decisive action against those harassing local residents.

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Key Highlights

President William Ruto has issued a stern warning to wealthy landowners at the Coast, vowing to take decisive action against those harassing local residents.

  • The President stated that his administration will not tolerate the continued mistreatment of citizens by powerful individuals.
  • This warning comes amidst ongoing land disputes and historical grievances in the Coast region.
  • President Ruto emphasized that justice will be served to protect the rights and dignity of all Kenyans, regardless of their economic status.
Saturday 7:46 AMNation News

We will not give in to demands by absentee landlords, Ruto says

We will not give in to demands by absentee landlords, Ruto says

President William Ruto has declared that his administration will not yield to the demands of "absentee landlords" at the Coast who are seeking billions in compensation for land intended for squatters.

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Key Highlights

President William Ruto has declared that his administration will not yield to the demands of "absentee landlords" at the Coast who are seeking billions in compensation for land intended for squatters.

  • The Kenyan government has allocated Sh10 billion to address the squatter problem, including compensating landlords.
  • President William Ruto issued 5,000 title deeds to beneficiaries in Mombasa County, vowing to end historical land injustices.
  • The President questioned the legality of some title deeds and warned against the eviction of residents from lands they have occupied for years.
Saturday 12:19 PMKenyans

Ruto Unveils Ksh7.5 Billion Housing Plan for Dangote Refinery Workers

Ruto Unveils Ksh7.5 Billion Housing Plan for Dangote Refinery Workers

The Kenyan government, led by President William Ruto, has allocated Ksh7.5 billion to construct 3,000 new housing units in Lamu County. This initiative is in preparation for the significant influx of workers expected with the advancement of the Dangote refinery project.

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Key Highlights

The Kenyan government, led by President William Ruto, has allocated Ksh7.5 billion to construct 3,000 new housing units in Lamu County. This initiative is in preparation for the significant influx of workers expected with the advancement of the Dangote refinery project.

  • Ksh7.5 billion has been dedicated to building 3,000 new housing units.
  • The national government is spearheading this housing development.
  • The housing aims to accommodate workers and residents drawn by the upcoming Ksh2.2 trillion Dangote refinery and its associated industrial ecosystem.
Saturday 6:33 PMKBC Top Stories

Ruto: Government to build 3,000 housing units in Lamu at Ksh7.5B

Ruto: Government to build 3,000 housing units in Lamu at Ksh7.5B

President William Ruto announced that the Kenyan Government will invest Ksh7.5 billion to construct 3,000 housing units in Lamu County. This initiative is in preparation for the development of the Dangote East Africa Refinery.

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Key Highlights

President William Ruto announced that the Kenyan Government will invest Ksh7.5 billion to construct 3,000 housing units in Lamu County. This initiative is in preparation for the development of the Dangote East Africa Refinery.

  • The housing project is an addition to ongoing affordable housing initiatives totaling Ksh6 billion in Lamu County.
  • President William Ruto highlighted that the refinery project will prioritize the benefits for the people of Lamu.
  • The President also issued title deeds to residents and urged vigilance against conmen, emphasizing the government's commitment to correcting historical land injustices.
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