NYAHURURU, Kenya- President William Ruto has announced a KSh11 billion investment for affordable housing projects in Nyahururu and Laikipia County as the government moves to expand its nationwide housing programme.
Speaking during his development tour of Laikipia, Ruto said the investment is part of the administration’s broader plan to boost access to decent housing, create jobs and stimulate local economies through infrastructure projects.
“I’ve set aside Sh11 billion for affordable housing in Nyahururu and Laikipia County,” the President said.
“Already work is ongoing. This affordable project was not there in 2022.”
The affordable housing programme remains one of the flagship projects under the Kenya Kwanza administration, with the government saying it aims to reduce the country’s housing deficit while also creating employment opportunities for young people in the construction sector.
Government data indicates that hundreds of thousands of housing units are currently under construction across the country under the programme. President Ruto has previously said the project is also intended to support businesses, modern markets and urban renewal initiatives.
The Nyahururu Affordable Housing Project is among developments already listed under the government’s Boma Yangu programme, which markets affordable housing units to Kenyans.
In Laikipia, the government has also been rolling out related infrastructure projects linked to housing developments, including markets, schools and road upgrades aimed at supporting growing urban populations.
During the tour, Ruto defended the affordable housing programme against critics, arguing that the initiative is transforming lives by creating employment and improving living standards.
The President has consistently maintained that the programme is being financed largely through locally mobilised resources and partnerships rather than external borrowing.
The announcement comes amid continued political debate over the Affordable Housing Levy, which has faced criticism from sections of the public and opposition leaders despite government assurances that the programme will deliver long-term economic and social benefits.
