Mwenda Thuranira Advice Kenyan Home Seekers

Real estate entrepreneur Mwenda Thuranira has advised Kenyans who are not realtors or who lack time to supervise construction projects to consider buying ready-made houses instead of building from scratch.

Speaking in an interview with Alex Mwakideu, Thuranira said construction requires close supervision, proper planning, and technical understanding, warning that many people start building without enough time to manage contractors and materials, which often leads to delays and rising costs.

He noted that ready-made houses offer a more predictable path to home ownership, especially for busy professionals and first-time buyers.

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Instagram reactions highlight cost concerns.

Thuranira’s remarks sparked wide discussion on Instagram, where many users shared their personal experiences with construction costs and project management challenges.

“Kama wewe sio realtor na huna time ya kusupervise construction, wachana na mambo ya kujenga, buy a ready-made house,” Mwenda Thuranira said in the interview with Alex Mwakideu.ALSO READ: Mwenda Thuranira Disowns Links to Governor Guyo Amid Fake Poster Scandal

Several users supported his statement, saying construction can easily become overwhelming without proper supervision. One Instagram user, Tony Kamau, shared his experience with fencing costs.

“I was quoted 1.8M for 50/100 fence. Buying is very expensive. Bought materials and ended up using 700k,” Tony Kamau commented.

Rising demand for ready-built homes in Kenya

Thuranira’s advice comes at a time when Kenya’s real estate sector continues to shift towards ready-built housing solutions.

According to housing sector reports, Kenya faces a housing deficit estimated at more than two million units, with demand increasing due to rapid urbanisation and population growth.

Developers are increasingly focusing on gated communities and affordable housing projects to bridge the gap and provide move-in-ready homes.

“When you buy a ready-made house, you see what you are paying for, and you avoid unnecessary stress,” Thuranira added during the interview.

Property analysts say ready-built homes reduce risks such as project delays, contractor disputes, and fluctuating material costs, which are common challenges in individual construction projects.

Thuranira’s position in the real estate sector

Mwenda Thuranira is known for his involvement in Kenya’s real estate industry and for regularly sharing property investment insights through media interviews and public engagements.

He has consistently encouraged structured planning, financial discipline, and informed decision-making in property ownership.