The State Department for Housing and Urban Development will construct 20,000 housing units in Changamwe, Mombasa in response to the escalating housing crisis in the Coast region.
The initiative will be spearheaded by the National Housing Corporation, which owns approximately 60 acres of land in Changamwe.
The house units will include 10,000 affordable housing units, 4,000 social housing units, and 6,000 affordable market housing units.
Speaking during an official tour to assess the housing status in the region, NHC General Manager Construction and Project Management Thomas Ofwa said NHC is committed to delivering decent, affordable and modern housing to the people of Changamwe.
State Department for Housing and Urban Development Administration Secretary Hiram Kahiro emphasised the government's commitment to ensuring provision and access to decent and affordable housing for all Kenyans within the coast region.
Kahiro underscored the government's dedication to the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda that aims to empower those at the bottom of the economic pyramid.
"We recognise the need to promote socio-economic development in this region and across the country, passing on the benefits of affordable housing to individuals, families and the community at large," he added.
The redeveloped Changamwe estate will feature schools, a sports complex, access to clean water, electricity, sanitation, and other integrated amenities.
The coast region's ambitious housing plan involves the construction of a substantial number of new units across various neighbourhoods.
The plan will not only address the immediate housing crisis but also establish a foundation for a sustainable future that enhances the quality of life for all residents and provides a blueprint for other communities facing similar challenges.
The government invited collaboration and support from residents to ensure the success of these vital initiatives.
