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Originally published by The Standard BusinessDecember 26, 2025
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Why the built environment is slow to absorb job seekers

Amid an aggressive plan by the government to build houses, behind the curtain, job seekers in the built environment are getting a cold reception from a sector that is outwardly thriving...
✨ Key Highlights
Despite the government's ambitious housing projects, the Kenyan built environment sector is struggling to absorb job seekers, leaving many graduates unable to secure employment.
- The sector is experiencing a paradox where it appears to be thriving yet offers limited job opportunities.
- President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga have launched projects like the LV Marina Housing Project in Kisumu, aimed at turning low-income earners into homeowners.
- The issue highlights a disconnect between the growth of the housing sector and its capacity to employ skilled individuals.
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