News

President William Ruto has announced that construction of the long-awaited Thika–Westlands Expressway will officially begin in September 2026 — a move that is already reshaping how Kenyans think about buying a home in Nairobi Kenya and along its fast-growing commuter corridor. Speaking during a church service at Jesus Compassion Ministry Ruiru on Sunday, February 22, the Head of State said the new...

In the ever-evolving theatre of Kenyan real estate—where skylines rise with audacity and investment ambitions stretch beyond horizons—Willstone Homes stands as a curator of refined living and strategic wealth creation. We do not merely construct houses; we compose lifestyle sanctuaries, engineer enduring value, and cultivate communities positioned at the epicenter of growth. From the pulsating...

In 2026, building your own home in Kenya is more than a construction decision—it is a bold statement of self-reliance, legacy, and national pride. For many Kenyans, a home is not just shelter; it is inheritance, identity, and proof that a dream, once imagined, can stand firmly on Kenyan soil. Yet as the dream grows, so does the complexity. Rising construction costs, stricter regulations, evolving...

The Kenyan government has taken a major administrative step that could directly influence property ownership in Nairobi Kenya, housing delivery timelines and buyer confidence. During the 29th Ordinary Session of the Intergovernmental Budget and Economic Council (IBEC) held on 14 February 2026, the meeting chaired by Kithure Kindiki, resolved that the Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban...

Land is not merely acquired — it is authorised.Before walls rise, before families settle, before wealth multiplies, land must first be legally recognised, properly zoned, and thoughtfully planned. This invisible foundation is what separates enduring investments from costly mistakes. At Willstone Homes, zoning is not an afterthought. It is the intellectual architecture upon which every development...

This Friday ushers in more than just a weekend—it opens the gates to a once-in-a-generation convergence of passion, pride, sport, and love. As Kenya hosts the inaugural leg of the HSBC SVNS Division Two at Nyayo Stadium on February 14th–15th, 2026, the nation pulses with anticipation. The roar of the crowd, the speed of the game, the unity of purpose—this is rugby at its most exhilarating....

At least six people were injured on Wednesday February 11 morning after a building under construction collapsed at the junction of Racecourse Road and Kirinyaga Road in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD), once again drawing attention to deep safety gaps in the Nairobi real estate market. Police confirmed that the incident occurred in the early hours of February 11 near the busy OTC area in...

Most buyers believe they know what to look for before purchasing a home. Bedrooms.Location.Views.Finishes.Amenities. But there is one invisible metric—rarely discussed, often misunderstood—that silently shapes your comfort, your lifestyle, and the true value of your investment. It’s the reason many buyers walk into a “spacious” apartment and think: “Why does this feel smaller than...

Real estate investors and developers in The Nairobi property market are increasingly cautious about launching new projects as Kenya election uncertainty builds ahead of the 2027 general polls, according to the latest Knight Frank Kenya market report. The renowned property consultancy firm says the Kenyan real estate sector has shifted from expansion to consolidation, with most capital now directed...

The Kenyan real estate market in 2026 stands at a fascinating, almost paradoxical intersection — one where anxiety and opportunity coexist, where caution is loud yet conviction quietly compounds wealth. Global headlines speak in dramatic tones of property cycles, corrections, and bubbles. Political calendars inch closer to election season. Currency charts fluctuate. Memories of the 2008 global housing...