
The proposed Diani Beach Residences project, marketed as a luxury development by CityBlue, is reportedly facing scrutiny due to discrepancies in its regulatory filings and the figures presented to international investors. Critics suggest that the project could have detrimental effects on the surrounding area for decades, contrasting the polished image being promoted.
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