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August 28, 2026
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Demand for prime offices and residential property in Nairobi rises

Demand for prime offices and residential property in Nairobi rises

Nairobi's prime office occupancy rate rose by 4.05 percent to 84.88 percent in the six months to June 2026 compared with a similar period last year...

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Demand for prime office and residential property in Nairobi has seen a significant increase in the first half of 2026, driven by limited supply and a growing focus on quality.

  • Nairobi's prime office occupancy rate rose by 4.05 percent to 84.88 percent.
  • The report was released by Knight Frank, with insights from CEO Mark Dunford and Head of Residential Tarquin Gross.
  • Prime residential sale prices increased by 6.2 percent, while rents saw a 0.73 percent rise.

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