President William Ruto has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to improving the quality of life for residents of informal settlements through the development of modern, well-equipped housing units with essential amenities.

Speaking while inspecting the ongoing construction of the Kibera Soweto East Zone B Affordable Housing Project (AHP) on Tuesday afternoon, Ruto emphasised that the housing agenda will succeed despite noise from detractors, and that the journey towards building dignity for every Kenyan remains on course.

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“The transformation of informal settlements is not just about housing; it is about restoring dignity, improving livelihoods, and creating opportunities for millions of Kenyans. We are determined to ensure that every Kenyan, regardless of income, has access to decent and affordable housing,” said President Ruto

The Sh7.4 billion project, now over 80 per cent complete, comprises 4,465 housing units, including 3,052 one-room units, 1,100 two-room units, and 313 three-room units, all designed to provide dignified living for Kenyans.

It will also include a primary school and kindergarten, a commercial facility, a health centre, as well as recreational amenities. Flood control works feature an open drainage system and the construction of culverts to channel rainwater to the Ngong River.

In addition, the project will benefit from upgrades to key infrastructure, including internal access roads, a paved road linking to Joash Olum Primary School, water supply supported by two boreholes within the facility, a sewer line, and an internal solid waste management system.

So far, more than 2,500 direct jobs for local residents have been created through the project, driven by high demand for locally made materials such as doors, windows, and balustrades sourced from the jua kali sector.

At the same time, the State Department for Housing and Urban Development is working to unlock more housing in Kibera, with plans underway to revive the stalled Kenya Railways Corporation housing project, which includes 900 units.