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Commercial real estate in Nairobi: NSSF to build East Africa’s tallest building in the CBD

The future of commercial real estate in Nairobi is set to take a major leap forward after the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) unveiled plans to develop East and Central Africa’s tallest building in Nairobi’s Central Business District. The KSh30 billion NSSF Twin Towers project will be built at the junction of Uhuru Highway and Kenyatta Avenue on a prime but previously idle parcel of land,...

Reimagining Home, Heritage, and High-Value Returns: How Kenyan Diaspora Investment Is Redefining the Real Estate Landscape—and Why Willstone Homes Stands at the Epicenter of This Transformational Movement

A New Era of Diaspora-Driven Prosperity In recent years, a powerful and unmistakable shift has taken root among Kenyans living abroad. Beyond remittances and familial support, the Kenyan diaspora is increasingly channeling its financial muscle into long-term, tangible assets—most notably, real estate back home. This movement is not merely transactional; it is deeply emotional, strategically...

Unraveling the Labyrinth of Legal Language: A Grand, Illuminating, and Authoritative Guide to Investing in Apartments in Kenya with Confidence, Clarity, and the Trusted Expertise of Willstone Homes

Real estate investment in Kenya stands at the intersection of aspiration and opportunity—a dynamic landscape where modern skylines rise alongside time-honored legal traditions. Yet for many prospective homeowners and investors, the promise of owning an apartment is often obscured by dense legal terminology, intricate procedures, and unfamiliar statutory requirements. At Willstone Homes, we believe...

AFCON 2027 and the Dawn of a New East African Renaissance:How Kenya, the Mother Host of Africa’s Greatest Football Spectacle, Is Leading a Once-in-a-Generation Real Estate Investment Revolution with Willstone Homes

n June and July of 2027, Africa will pause, breathe, and look eastward. Stadium lights will blaze, anthems will echo, and millions of eyes across the globe will settle on East Africa as the region hosts the 36th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2027). Yet beyond the roar of the crowds and the poetry of the beautiful game, something far more enduring is taking shape—a powerful real estate and...

Nairobi Real Estate Market Shows Strong Growth as House Prices Rise and Rents Decline

The Nairobi real estate market is witnessing renewed momentum in 2026, according to HassConsult’s Q4 2025 report. The consultancy reveals that house prices in Nairobi Metropolitan surged 7.7% in 2025, up from 5.2% in 2024, while average rental costs declined by 2.5%, easing the financial burden on tenants. This report highlights a growing demand for standalone homes, particularly in Nairobi satellite...

From Foundations to Futures: How Willstone Homes Crowned the Last Friday of January with Purpose, Progress and Profound Community Impact — Ushering in the Final Weekend of a Remarkable Month

As January draws to a close and the final weekend of the month dawns on this vibrant Friday, the 30th, Willstone Homes stands tall — not merely as a developer of homes, but as a curator of communities, a steward of dreams, and a catalyst for social transformation. The close of this month marks more than a calendar milestone; it represents a crescendo of achievement, compassion, and forward momentum...

From Glossy Brochures to Grounded Living: How Cost-Conscious Kenyan Home Buyers Are Reshaping the Market—and How Willstone Homes Is Building the Refuge They Are Looking For

For decades, the story of home ownership in Kenya has been told through polished brochures, glassy towers, and aspirational imagery concentrated in a few Nairobi suburbs. The promise was seductive: luxury, prestige, and status neatly packaged into square footage most Kenyans could only admire from afar. Yet beneath the sheen, a quieter, more powerful narrative has been unfolding—one driven not by...

Willstone Homes Empowers Chamas to Transform Shared Vision into Timeless Land Ownership Across Kenya

A New Chapter in Kenya’s Property Story Begins with Willstone Homes In the ever-evolving rhythm of Kenya’s real estate landscape—where ambition meets opportunity and foresight defines prosperity—Willstone Homes stands as a master architect of possibility. More than a real estate company, Willstone Homes is a curator of futures, a trusted bridge between collective aspiration and tangible...

Nairobi’s Office Market

Why Nairobi’s Office Market Is Facing a Vacancy Crisis

Despite strong macroeconomic fundamentals and Kenya’s continued appeal as a regional business hub, Nairobi’s office market is navigating a significant vacancy crisis. The tension between supply growth, shifting tenant behaviour, and economic headwinds has created a landscape where traditional office demand struggles to keep pace with the rapid inflow of new space. This article breaks down the drivers...

Buying Land in Kenya Without Losing Sleep, Money, or Your Mind: The Ultimate First-Time Buyer’s Master Guide to Owning Prime Land in Mang’u and Juja with Willstone Homes

For many Kenyans, buying land isn’t just a transaction—it’s a rite of passage. It’s the first brick in the wall of generational wealth, the quiet beginning of a future home, a farm, a rental empire, or simply peace of mind knowing “niko na shamba yangu.” Yet, let’s be honest: for first-time buyers, the Kenyan land market can feel like a dense jungle—full of opportunity, yes, but also...

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