This archive report was first published on 22 August 2020.
On August 22, 2020, Unity Homes marked a significant milestone in its Sh4.5 billion housing project at Tatu City, handing over keys to buyers of the first block of apartments at Unity West, one year after breaking ground.
The British-Kenyan venture's first 48 units are spread across four blocks, with 12 apartments each. Another 48 units will be handed over to owners in October 2020, and the entire 384-unit first phase of the project will be completed by the end of 2022.
According to John Latham, Executive Director of Unity Homes, the project's goal of delivering accessibly priced housing has been achieved. 'One year after breaking ground, Unity Homes has achieved its goal of delivering accessibly priced housing,' he said. 'Our inspiration is driven by the desire to see as many Kenyans as possible access good housing in a safe, secure and modern environment.'
Officiating at the key handover ceremony, British High Commissioner Jane Marriott said: 'The completion of the first collection of units here in Tatu City is a testament to the UK's partnership on affordable housing. This provides Kenyans with quality, eco-friendly homes in support of President Uhuru Kenyatta's Big Four agenda.'
The Unity Homes project is contributing to the Government's Big Four Agenda goal of creating 500,000 new homes by 2022. With a cumulative housing deficit of two million units growing by 200,000 units per year, the project is addressing the needs of low-to-middle income households.
