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August 25, 2026
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Blow as Court Stops Another Affordable Housing Project

Blow as Court Stops Another Affordable Housing Project

The multibillion-dollar project is currently facing more than 80 court cases, with most disputes arising from a lack of public participation and from environmental and procedural requirements nationwide...

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A Kiambu court has halted the Affordable Housing Project in Githunguri for a second time on a disputed 58-acre plot of land. This decision follows a case filed by community elders who believe the land is intended for cultural and community activities.

  • Approximately 2,180 affordable housing units will not be built as initially planned.
  • Community elders in Githunguri are advocating for the land to be used for facilities like libraries and hospitals, suggesting the project's estimated Ksh5.5 billion to Ksh6.5 billion be redirected.
  • Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga has criticized such legal challenges, calling them selfish and obstructive, and highlighted the 85 active lawsuits affecting the program.

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