Sakaja Reveals Conditions For Re-occupying County Houses

Nairobi County Governor Johnson Sakaja, during a Sunday address, offered reassurance to Ziwani residents who had previously occupied county-owned housing, asserting that they would not face eviction.

In his statement, Governor Sakaja outlined specific conditions that these residents must fulfill to regain access to the houses.

Speaking at a fundraising church event held at A.IC Ziwani in Nairobi County, Sakaja articulated that the occupants could return once they paid a designated service charge and after the government had concluded the construction and improvement of these housing units.

This commitment from the governor aims to alleviate concerns among Ziwani residents and underscores the government’s commitment to their housing security.

The initiative not only safeguards the residents’ current living situations but also lays out a path for their eventual return, ensuring a fair and equitable process for all involved.

“If you have been living in our county houses and you have the book and are on our records…when we finish construction you will come back, the house is yours,” stated Sakaja.

Sakaja also revealed before the occupants are allowed back, the county government will  first have to confirm past mortgage payments.

”All you will pay is a service charge. We are looking at what you have been paying in the past as mortgage so it’s your house,” said Governor Sakaja.

Accompanied by Makueni County Governor  Mutula Kilonzo and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen the Governor reiterated the county’s plan to complete the upgrade efficiently.

The houses that were listed for upgrade by the Nairobi County Government include houses in Huruma, Kariobangi South, Kariobangi North, Buruburu Estate, Bondeni, Ziwani, and Bahati.

Governor Sakaja picked up the facelift programme which had been started by the Nairobi Metropolitan Services under General Mohamed Badi.

After taking over, Governor Sakaja issued a notice calling for tenants, residents’ views, and participation in the impending upgrade of the county and renewal of old estates.

The plan by the Nairobi County Government aligns with the National Government’s plan under President Ruto to build Affordable Housing units.