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April 24, 2026
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The House That Remittance Built: Unlocking Kenya’s Diaspora Real Estate Boom

The House That Remittance Built: Unlocking Kenya’s Diaspora Real Estate Boom

By Milka Wachira In the 12 months to June 2025, Kenyans abroad sent home a record USD 5.08 billion, according to the Central Bank of Kenya. That is more Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

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Kenyan diaspora remittances have reached a record USD 5.08 billion in the 12 months to June 2025, yet a substantial portion of this capital is not being channeled into the nation's real estate sector due to trust issues and structural gaps.

  • Record remittance inflow of USD 5.08 billion (over KES 650 billion) in the year to June 2025, surpassing earnings from tea, coffee, and tourism.
  • Low formal mortgage uptake among the diaspora, with over 90% relying on informal or cash-based property transactions.
  • Financial institutions are developing tailored solutions like foreign-currency-denominated mortgages and escrow systems to enhance trust and security for diaspora property investors.

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