Author: Peris Gachago

Former Cabinet Secretary for Gender, Aisha Jumwa, is currently facing a legal battle over a Sh250 million house she purchased last year. The dispute involves Bejav Furniture Limited, which has taken the matter to court, seeking to compel Jumwa to pay an outstanding Sh60 million, part of the agreed purchase price. Bejav Furniture initially pursued a bankruptcy declaration against Jumwa but the case was referred to mediation. The saga began when Jumwa, who was sworn in as Cabinet Secretary on October 27, 2022, approached Roselyn Wambui in February 2023 to buy her property, initially valued at Sh250 million. After negotiations,…

The Kenyan construction industry is entering a new era with the launch of the National Building Code 2024. Developers or construction industry practitioner have just one year to align their projects with these new regulations, which are set to revolutionize the way buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained in Kenya. Since 1968, Kenya has relied on outdated building codes that have struggled to keep pace with modern construction demands. The use of substandard materials, poor workmanship, and the flouting of zoning rules have contributed to the alarming number of building collapses and other construction-related incidents. The Building Code 2024 marks…

Losing a title deed can be an overwhelming experience, but it’s important to remember that all is not lost. Whether due to theft, misplacement, or unforeseen circumstances, a missing title deed can be replaced through a clear and structured legal process in Kenya. Instead of panicking, you can take the necessary steps to recover this crucial document, ensuring your property rights remain intact. This guide will walk you through the process, providing peace of mind and practical solutions for getting a new title deed in hand. Why Should You Replace a Lost Title Deed? A title deed is one of…

Home Africa, a real estate firm grappling with substantial debt, has entered administration following prolonged financial challenges. According to a gazette notice dated July 23, 2024, the company’s directors have been stripped of their rights to manage or transact with the company’s assets. Messrs Kamal Anantroy Bhatt and Dhir Kamal Bhatt of Anant Bhatt LLP have been appointed as Joint Administrators, effective May 13, 2025. This move is in line with Section 563(2)(b) of the Insolvency Act, 2015 of Kenya. Read: Nairobi Areas Experiencing Rent Price Drops Due to Economic Strain Previously, Home Africa had sought to address its financial…

Nairobi’s suburbs are experiencing a notable drop in rental prices, as well as house sale prices, according to a recent report by HassConsult released on Tuesday, July 30. Upper Hill and Muthaiga have been identified as the most affected areas, with tough economic conditions cited as the primary cause for this negative trend. For the second quarter of 2024, Nairobi’s suburbs and satellite towns recorded only a marginal increase of 0.01% in rent prices, reflecting a shrinking demand for rental properties in suburb areas. In contrast, satellite towns showed stronger performance, with an average rent price increase of 2.1%, compared…

Imagine a landlord using a strange trick to make sure tenants pay their rent arrears. It sounds unusual, but for one tenant, this became a real problem. Here’s what happened: the landlord locked the tenant’s door with a padlock, but not in the usual way. The lock was just hanging there, so the door didn’t close properly and stayed open. This left the tenant’s home exposed and vulnerable. The tenant had already paid a deposit, which she usually meant to cover damages or unpaid rent. “Even though the deposit was paid, the landlord continued to lock the door in this…

A Kenyan man has caused quite a stir online after sharing some extreme advice on how to deal with landlords who refuse to return rental deposits. His tips, posted on Facebook, have led to a heated discussion, with many people questioning whether his suggestions go too far. The Facebook user, named Fred Braddock, shared some radical ideas on how to get back at landlords who won’t return deposits. Instead of just accepting the loss, Fred encouraged tenants to take drastic actions to damage the property. He suggested things like using a knife to remove tiles and flooding the house with…

The government decided to withdraw the controversial Land Laws (Amendment) Bill 2023, fearing it would trigger public anger if it appeared to be amending the Constitution covertly. At the time of withdrawal, the Bill, which proposed an annual levy on freehold land and sought to reduce the National Land Commission’s (NLC) powers by transferring key functions to the Lands Cabinet Secretary, was under review by the House’s Lands Committee. The Bill, sponsored by Leader of Majority Kimani Ichung’wah, aimed to amend six Land Acts: the Registration of Documents Act, Land Control Act, Land Registration Act, Land Act, Community Land Act,…

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Residents of Nairobi County who have purchased or rented apartments from developers will soon have to pay sectional rates in addition to value capture.Charles Kerich, a member of the County Executive Committee (CECM), disclosed this in an interview with Spice FM on Monday, May 23. Developers have been paying the same prices for apartments as for undeveloped land, which is why Kerich believes value capture is crucial.According to the CECM, value capture would guarantee equitable land charges and broaden the county’s revenue source. He clarified the unfairness of the current land charges by saying, “Let us take, for example, that…