
Homeowners in Mukuru have begun moving into affordable housing units, with more residents expected to take occupation, according to Capital FM. The development is presented as another milestone in Kenya’s government Affordable Housing Programme, which aims to expand access to decent, affordable homes for low- and middle-income households. Specific unit numbers, costs, timelines and eligibility criteria were not included in the feed.
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